Jake Paul publicly criticized the boxing industry, calling it 'archaic' in an interview with Fight Hub TV. His comments coincided with ongoing negotiations for a rematch between Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao, scheduled for September 19, 2026, at The Sphere in Las Vegas. Paul highlighted how the sport's professionalism is undermined by negotiation delays caused by egos and decision-makers. He pointed out that trivial issues, such as glove types and ring sizes, often complicate major fight negotiations. This rematch follows their 2015 bout, which Mayweather won by unanimous decision and remains one of boxing's most significant events, generating 4.6 million pay-per-view buys. The upcoming fight will be streamed on Netflix, aiming to attract a wider audience beyond traditional pay-per-view methods. While reactions to Paul's critique have been mixed, it underscores the ongoing challenges within the boxing industry as it prepares for this highly anticipated rematch.