On this episode of The Schaub Show, Brendan Schaub breaks down the growing talk around a potential Jake Paul vs Anthony Joshua fight — and why it would be the most dangerous matchup Jake Paul has ever faced. Brendan explains why Anthony Joshua represents a completely different level of power, experience, and risk, and how even a competitive showing would raise serious questions about Joshua’s legacy. He also compares the matchup to previous crossover fights involving Tyson Fury, Francis Ngannou, and Floyd Mayweather, and explains why this fight feels fundamentally different. Later in the episode, Brendan reacts to Ilia Topuria stepping away, reading Ilia’s statement and discussing the seriousness of the situation, including claims of extortion and false allegations. Brendan explains why this isn’t a typical MMA controversy and why it could have major implications for Ilia’s career. Additional topics include: Dana White on streaming costs and the future of the UFC Francis Ngannou and Dana White’s fractured relationship UFC fighter pay and leverage Recent MMA news involving Jamahal Hill and Joanna This episode covers the business, politics, and chaos surrounding combat sports right now — from boxing crossovers to real MMA consequences. Shopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/schaub DraftKings - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app TODAY! New customers, bet just $5, and if your bet wins, you’ll instantly get paid $200 in bonus bets with code SCHAUBSHOW. Rugiet - Ready to level up your confidence? Head to https://www.rugiet.com/ and use promo code SCHAUB for 15% OFF and see if a prescription is right for you. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .
