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Former UFC Fighter Muhammad Mokaev Teases Major Announcement From Jake Paul’s Promotion
Muhammad Mokaev and Jake Paul (Photo By Imagn Images)

Muhammad Mokaev seems to be about to make his Netflix debut. The 16–0 flyweight is fresh off winning the inaugural Brave CF Flyweight Championship with a second-round head kick knockout of Gerard Burns. He has now teased a major announcement tied directly to Jake Paul and the growing MVP MMA card scheduled for May 16.

“Huge fight to announce  @jakepaul gonna announce it soon!,” Mokaev said on X. The timing aligns perfectly with Paul’s confirmation that Tuesday will bring the full card announcement for a Netflix event. The event already carries significant star power even before the final pieces are locked in.

The card he is joining already reads like a genuine major event rather than a celebrity boxing showcase with MMA window dressing. Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano headlines a women’s superfight that has been decades in the making. Francis Ngannou makes his MVP debut following his PFL release. Nate Diaz, who has never needed much introduction on any platform, adds another marquee name to a lineup that keeps growing.

Mokaev brings legitimate credentials to whatever matchup gets announced. He is not joining just for recognition; he is an undefeated fighter with finishing ability. And championship gold, who has been quietly building a strong case outside the UFC ecosystem.

Jake Paul Calls Out Jon Jones To Join MVP After UFC Rant

Paul stood at the Rousey vs. Carano press conference for a Netflix card. He directed a message straight at Jon Jones. He mixed a recruitment pitch with pointed commentary on the UFC contract dispute that has played out publicly for weeks. “Jon, you’re always welcome to come over to MVP. We’ll get you…what you deserve,” Paul said.

The key question now is whether Jones is genuinely interested or whether the UFC will resolve the contract situation before anything develops. Paul has now publicly planted the flag. He has given Jones a documented alternative to reference in future negotiations with the UFC. He likely planned this when he chose to say it out loud.

This article first appeared on Total Pro Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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