Jake Paul returns to the ring on Thursday, Dec. 24, against former kickboxing world champion Cedric Doumbe in an eight-round cruiserweight bout at Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. It is Paul's first fight since his loss to Anthony Joshua in December 2025. Here are our Jake Paul vs. Cedric Doumbe predictions and boxing picks, plus the latest odds and fight details ahead of the Christmas Eve bout.
Paul is the -700 favorite on the moneyline, an implied win probability of 87.5%.
Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe odds
Only a moneyline is offered for the Jake Paul vs. Cedric Doumbe cruiserweight bout. Paul is the -700 favorite to win outright against Doumbe, a former kickboxing champion who is older and shorter. The odds imply an 87.5% win probability for Paul.
| Market | Jake Paul | Cedric Doumbe |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -700 | +439 |
Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe fight details
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Thursday, Dec. 24 |
| Venue | Coca-Cola Arena, Dubai, United Arab Emirates |
| Format | Eight rounds, cruiserweight (200 lbs), 10-ounce gloves |
| Start time | Not yet announced |
| Broadcast/stream | Not yet announced |
| Promoter | Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) |
How to watch Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe
A broadcast partner for the event has not been announced. We will update this section as soon as viewing details are confirmed. The fight is scheduled for Christmas Eve — Dec. 24, 2026.
Guess who's back… …Devinez qui est de retour. #PaulDoumbe Tickets go on sale Sunday November 15th. Link in bio to register. Free and open to the public: Paul vs. Doumbé Kickoff Press Conferences take place Tuesday, November 10 at 6:00pm CET at Pavillon Cambon in Paris, France and Thursday, November 12 at 6:00pm GST at Dubai Opera House in Dubai, UAE.
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) November 2, 2026
Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe tale of the tape
| Jake Paul | Cedric Doumbe | |
|---|---|---|
| Age | 29 | 34 |
| Boxing record | 12-2 (7 KOs) | 1-0 |
| Other pro record | N/A | 75-7-1 in kickboxing (45 KOs); 6-1 in MMA |
| Height | 6-foot-1 | 5-foot-8 |
| Reach | 76 inches | 75 inches |
| Stance | Orthodox | Orthodox |
| Last fight | Loss to Anthony Joshua (Dec. 2025) | Beat Jaleel Willis (MMA, May 2024) |
Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe prediction
It's not overly surprising to see Jake Paul take a considerable step back in opponent following his December 2025 knockout loss to Anthony Joshua. Paul was clearly outmatched against the former world champion in Miami, and his toughest test to date ended with a broken jaw.
There's no reason to go against the oddsmakers here, who have given Paul -700 odds to win on Christmas Eve. I'll be staying away from the moneyline and will await prop betting opportunities closer to fight night.
If you really want to be on the winner, I'd suggest getting in now. We regularly see major odds movement toward Paul as the fight gets closer.
Our pick
Prediction: Jake Paul moneyline (-700)
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Best bets and props for Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe
There aren't yet any prop bets available for Jake Paul vs. Cedric Doumbe. Closer to fight night, expect markets for total rounds (Over/Under), method of victory, total knockdowns, and more.
Jake Paul's recent fights
Jake Paul comes off a knockout loss to Anthony Joshua at Kaseya Center in Miami on Dec. 19, 2025, which left him with a broken jaw. Read our Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua predictions for the pre-fight betting breakdown.
Who is Cedric Doumbe?
Cedric Doumbe is a French fighter born in Cameroon. He's a two-time Glory welterweight champion with records of 75-7-1 in kickboxing and 6-1 in MMA, plus one pro boxing fight (a four-round points win in 2015). Doumbe last defeated Jaleel Willis via first-round TKO in a Bellator catchweight bout in May 2024.
Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe FAQ
When is Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe?
The fight is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 24, at Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai. A start time hasn't yet been announced.
What weight class is Paul vs Doumbe?
The bout is an eight-round cruiserweight fight contested at 200 lbs with 10-ounce gloves.
How can I watch Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe?
No broadcast partner has been announced for Jake Paul vs. Cedric Doumbe. Paul's last fight, against Joshua, streamed on Netflix.
Who is favored in Jake Paul vs Cedric Doumbe?
Jake Paul is the -700 favorite on the moneyline against Cedric Doumbe.
What is Cedric Doumbe's boxing record?
Doumbe is 1-0 as a professional boxer. He is also 75-7-1 in kickboxing and 6-1 in MMA.
Odds are correct at the time of publishing and are subject to change.
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