**Jake Paul** has taken a decisive step in addressing allegations that his boxing matches are staged by hiring prominent attorney **Alex Spiro**, who previously represented **Elon Musk** and defended **Aaron Hernandez** during his double homicide case. The legal action aims to pursue defamation claims against individuals who have made false assertions about the legitimacy of Paul’s fights, with the goal of protecting both his personal brand and the integrity of the sport. MVP, Paul’s promotional company, has emphasized the importance of these legal measures in safeguarding his reputation and the credibility of the boxing industry.
Spiro, known for his high-profile clientele, has stated that he has been retained by Paul to pursue legal redress for the damages caused by the false claims. “If someone uses their public soapbox to harm him and the sport with lies, there will be consequences,” Spiro said in a statement to Fox News Digital. MVP, which co-founded by Nakisa Bidarian, has also weighed in, asserting that the statements are “categorically false and damaging,” and that legal action is necessary to protect the company’s brand and the integrity of sports. Bidarian reiterated that every fight Paul has participated in has been sanctioned by athletic commissions and has involved legitimate sports betting and media partnerships, calling the accusations of rigging “ridiculous.”
The controversy surrounding the staged fight claims intensified following Paul’s high-profile bout with Mike Tyson, where Bidarian maintained that the match was legitimate. Paul’s recent victory against Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. not only improved his professional record but also elevated his status in the sports world, making him eligible for a title bout. Despite the legal and public attention, Paul remains focused on his boxing career, with his team vowing to continue defending his reputation and the credibility of the sport against those who make unfounded claims.