Overview
- MVP co‑founder Nakisa Bidarian confirmed Tuesday that Jake Paul’s team is in active, nonbinding negotiations with Darren Till as a leading candidate for Paul’s next bout.
- Paul has been medically cleared to fight after surgery to repair a broken jaw suffered in his December 2025 loss to Anthony Joshua, setting the stage for a planned return.
- Till has publicly said he is waiting for a contract and has remained active since leaving the UFC, compiling wins in boxing and a recent unanimous decision at BKFC 94.
- Bidarian floated December 24 as an attractive date if agreements are completed quickly but said the fight would likely move to early 2027 if opponent and distribution talks take several more weeks.
- Final timing, venue and broadcaster will hinge on promoter and distribution deals and on resolving Till’s promotional commitments, a choice that will shape audience reach and commercial terms.