Jake Paul to Face Kickboxing Champion Cedric Doumbe in Dubai

A Christmas Eve showdown is coming to Dubai as internet personality-turned-boxer Jake Paul faces French kickboxing champion Cédric Doumbé at Coca-Cola Arena on December 24th, 2026. The bout will mark the pair’s first professional meeting and is scheduled as an eight-round cruiserweight contest.

The fight is Paul's first outing since his knockout loss to Anthony Joshua back in December 2025, while Doumbé brings a decorated kickboxing career, two GLORY world titles and a reputation for explosive knockouts into the boxing ring.