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Jake Paul lays out hit list for remaining career, including Canelo Alvarez, Francis Ngannou, and Conor McGregor

Jake Paul is a man with options. Unlike all those UFC fighters locked down by impenetrable contracts, “The Problem Child” is a free man. Alongside former UFC executive Nakisa Bidarian, Paul is the co-founder of Most Valuable Fights (MVP), meaning…

Published: Friday, 9 October 2026 at 7:00 AM
Jake Paul lays out hit list for remaining career, including Canelo Alvarez, Francis Ngannou, and Conor McGregor
Key Things to Know
  • Jake Paul revealed a career hit list on social media featuring Canelo Alvarez, Francis Ngannou, and Conor McGregor.
  • Paul called upon Most Valuable Promotions co-founder Nakisa Bidarian to make the proposed bouts happen.
  • The hit list spans both boxing and MMA, naming opponents like Sean Strickland, Ryan Garcia, and Deontay Wilder.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jake Paul shared an ambitious hit list on social media detailing the potential opponents he wants to face before ending his combat sports career. Currently unscheduled and sidelined throughout 2026 following a jaw injury, the Most Valuable Promotions co-founder called on business partner Nakisa Bidarian to organize matchups across both boxing and mixed martial arts.

Paul's target list features high-profile fighters including Canelo Alvarez, Francis Ngannou, Conor McGregor, Sean Strickland, Ryan Garcia, and Deontay Wilder, alongside winning a world title. Writer Andrew Richardson notes that several proposed bouts face contractual or logistical hurdles, particularly with fighters currently under exclusive UFC contracts.

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