Jake Paul has claimed that Nico Ali Walsh avoided a fight with him after receiving a substantial offer. Ali Walsh recently returned to the ring and fought through a dislocated shoulder to secure revenge over Sona Akale. Following the match, the grandson of heavyweight legend Muhammad Ali took to the microphone and made a remarkable claim.

He stated, “Before this fight, I turned down a multi-million dollar contract from MVP Promotions to fight Jake Paul, and tonight I’m fighting a real fighter. So, I’m not part of that circus league of boxing. This is the real league of boxing. This is what I’m going to do. I just want everyone to know that I chose the path of boxing. I chose the path of legacy. If I wanted to, I could be a millionaire right now.”

Paul responded on Twitter shortly afterward, criticizing Ali Walsh for allegedly ducking the fight while labeling himself as a “circus act.” Paul, who weighs over 200 pounds, faces logistical challenges in fighting Ali Walsh, who campaigns at middleweight.

It’s likely that an offer was extended to Ali Walsh for a match on July 20, originally planned against heavyweight legend Mike Tyson. However, Tyson withdrew, and Paul is now slated to face ex-UFC star Mike Perry. With a professional record of 10-1, Paul aims to become a world champion, although a potential showdown with Ali Walsh could serve as a significant milestone in his career.

Meanwhile, Ali Walsh continues to pursue excellence in boxing, recently calling out Teofimo Lopez as he eyes the pinnacle of the sport.