When Piers Morgan called Jake Paul’s boxing matches “boring, staged bullsh*t” a few weeks ago, it stirred quite the reaction.
But now, Morgan has done a full U-turn, apologizing publicly to the YouTube star-turned-professional boxer.
The apology came after Jake Paul hired high-profile lawyer Alex Spiro, signaling that Paul was serious about defending his reputation and possibly pursuing legal action.
The Details Behind Morgan’s Public Apology
Morgan addressed his 8.9 million followers on X with a lengthy explanation and apology.
He clarified that what he really meant was that Jake Paul’s opponents have mostly been older fighters past their prime.
Morgan acknowledged that while these fights might be entertaining and financially rewarding, they don’t give a true picture of Paul’s skills against top-ranked boxers.
Importantly, Morgan insisted he never meant to suggest Paul’s fights were illegal or actually fixed.
He also seemed optimistic about Paul’s upcoming negotiations to fight Anthony Joshua, calling it “a seriously credible bout” against one of the world’s best heavyweights.
Morgan even invited Paul to come on his show “Uncensored” for a face-to-face discussion.
The Lawyer Standing Firm for Jake Paul
Jake Paul hired Alex Spiro, a powerhouse attorney known for fiercely protecting celebrity clients like Elon Musk, Jay-Z, Alec Baldwin, and Naomi Osaka.
Spiro has a reputation for aggressive legal defense—he notably helped Alec Baldwin avoid involuntary manslaughter charges after the tragic “Rust” shooting by uncovering withheld evidence.
With Spiro on his side, Paul’s team made it clear they’re not taking accusations of staged fights lightly.
Fighting Back Against Fight-Fixing Allegations
Despite Jake Paul securing his 12th professional win this past June, rumors about his matches being fixed or staged have persisted in the media.
Paul’s manager, Nakisa Bidarian, who also co-founded MVP, spoke out strongly on The Ariel Helwani Show.
He called these allegations “defamation” and warned that they are harming both Paul’s business and MVP’s interests.
Bidarian highlighted that these false claims are jeopardizing partnerships with major brands like DAZN, Netflix, and Celsius.
He revealed that legal teams are already looking into taking action against multiple individuals spreading these damaging accusations.
Jake Paul’s Most-Watched Fight and Growing Audience
One of Paul’s most notable fights took place last November against former heavyweight champ Mike Tyson.
This blockbuster event streamed live on Netflix drew over 108 million viewers worldwide—proving that Paul’s boxing career has undeniable reach and impact, regardless of the critics.