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Jake Paul Names Cristiano Ronaldo, Canelo & More In List Of World's Most Overrated Athletes
Jake Paul has positioned himself as one of the biggest names in boxing through his massive social media following and savvy marketing. Of course, he’s also one of the most controversial. And controversy seems to follow the YouTube star turned boxer no matter what he does or where he goes, whether he means it or […]
Jake Paul has positioned himself as one of the biggest names in boxing through his massive social media following and savvy marketing. Of course, he’s also one of the most controversial.
And controversy seems to follow the YouTube star turned boxer no matter what he does or where he goes, whether he means it or not. This time, however, he most certainly meant it.
In a recent video shared on betr’s social media accounts, Paul was asked to list the world’s most overrated athletes. And in typical fashion, his choices have sparked a firestorm online, with many fans taking to the comments of the video to voice their anger with the 28-year-old’s choices. Some commenters have even gone so far to call the post “rage bait.”
“These are all facts,” Paul stated before naming his list.
His list began with a baseball player who many consider one of the greatest of all time. That’s right, Paul named 7x World Series Champion Babe Ruth to his list. Next on his list was NFL QB Trevor Lawrence who he called “overpaid and overrated.”
Following Lawrence, Paul said “this one’s going to piss off a lot of people” before naming Cristiano Ronaldo. Ronaldo, of course, has been one of soccer’s biggest stars alongside Lionel Messi for over two decades, winning six Ballon d’Or’s in the process.
Ryan Garcia and Conor McGregor were next on his hit list before taking aim at the “insanely overrated” Cowboy’s QB Dak Prescott. Next came Timberwolve’s star Anthony Edwards before Paul named his next boxer, Canelo Alvarez.
Canelo is, of course, widely regarded as one of the best boxers of all time, a pound-for-pound great, and is currently the undisputed super middleweight champion. After Alvarez, Paul named Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa before adding the final athlete on his list, former world heavyweight champion Anthony Joshua.
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Sexy influencer takes Wimbledon by storm, leaves athletes drooling — but there's a big catch
She’s too good to be true. After threatening to replace humans in seemingly every sector from law to academia, artificial intelligence is now going after our influencer gigs as well. Meet Mia Zelu, an AI-powered social media star who has amassed over 150,000 Instagram followers by sharing sexy pics of herself at various tennis events […]
She’s too good to be true.
After threatening to replace humans in seemingly every sector from law to academia, artificial intelligence is now going after our influencer gigs as well.
Meet Mia Zelu, an AI-powered social media star who has amassed over 150,000 Instagram followers by sharing sexy pics of herself at various tennis events and elsewhere.
In a recent Insta post, the hyperrealistic blond bombshell is seen sitting courtside at the All England Club during Wimbledon while drinking Pimm’s, a drink that’s associated with the tournament.
“Still not over the event… but the party’s a whole other game,” Zelu, who bills herself as a “digital storyteller” captioned the pic. “Which Wimbledon match was your fave?”
Another showed the tennis influencer — whose creator is unclear — in the stands during a match.
Her photos aren’t the only things that are super naturalistic — Zelu also “uploads” surprisingly heartfelt and human-seeming messages as well.
“You know what’s exhausting? Pretending you’re okay while you’re slowly burning out,” the fictitious content creator declared in one post alongside a pic of her rocking jean shorts at a cafe. “Smiling in messages, staying ‘productive,’ answering ‘all good!’ while everything feels off.”
She added, “We’ve all done it. Some of us are still doing it. Because being honest feels risky. Because we don’t want to seem weak or dramatic. Because it’s just easier.”
Zelu even has a “sister” named Ana, who’s brunette and has amassed 266,000 followers on the platform by posting similarly glamorous snaps.
Despite the fact that Zelu discloses that she’s “AI” in her Insta profile, thousands of admirers liked her post and even posted fawning replies such as “you look stunning” and “will you marry me.”
Some even inquired about her “skin care routine,” although its yet unclear how many of these replies were posted in jest.
However, some hawk-eyed viewers noticed that Indian cricket star Rishabh Pant had liked many of her posts, leading them to believe that he’d been “catfished.”
“Rishabh Pant thinks he’s interacting with a real girl, totally oblivious to the fact that it’s an AI,” criticized one, while another scoffed, “Someone should probably tell Rishabh Pant that this is an AI account…’
Coincidentally, Pant’s likes of Velu’s posts are no longer visible on Instagram and he has yet to weigh in on the backlash, the Daily Mail reported.
Zelu is one of a growing roster of AI-nfluencers flooding the market. Last year, virtual influencer Alba Renai went viral after getting hired as the first non-human host on a weekly special segment of “Survivor” in Spain.
While the trend might seem harmless, there are plenty of dangers to the proliferation of AI doppelgangers — beyond just leaving a certain cricketer with a red face.
Last year, a UK woman who fell for a “US army colonel” she met on Tinder discovered later that he was a romance scammer after he swindled her out of over $20,000 by deploying hyperrealistic AI videos.
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Jake Paul Just Called Ronaldo One of the Most Overhyped Athletes Ever
Jordan OMalley July 9, 2025 at 7:19 AM Jake Paul isn’t new to controversy, but his latest move lit up the sports world like few others. In a clip that went viral, the social media star rattled off a list of athletes he believes are, in his words, “overrated.” Shockingly, the names included legends, champions, […]
Jake Paul isn’t new to controversy, but his latest move lit up the sports world like few others. In a clip that went viral, the social media star rattled off a list of athletes he believes are, in his words, “overrated.” Shockingly, the names included legends, champions, and household favorites.
Cristiano Ronaldo
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Paul knew this pick would upset millions. He even said so before dropping Cristiano Ronaldo’s name. The five-time Ballon d’Or winner has scored over 800 goals, won titles in England, Spain, and Italy, and just helped Portugal win another Nations League. Yet Paul shrugged all that off. To him, Ronaldo is overhyped. He didn’t elaborate, but calling one of the sport’s most consistent icons overrated? That did plenty on its own.
Anthony Joshua
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Once a unified heavyweight champion, Anthony Joshua has lost steam lately. Paul didn’t waste time calling him out, especially after Anthony’s knockout loss to Daniel Dubois in 2024. While Anthony hasn’t fought since the Dubois bout, Paul believes the boxer’s name still carries more weight than his recent performances justify.
Conor McGregor
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Despite being one of the UFC’s most famous figures, Conor McGregor hasn’t won a fight in more than five years. That’s the stat Paul leaned on when dropping Conor’s name. Their rivalry is well-documented, and the two have teased a future clash.
Canelo Alvarez
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Paul isn’t impressed that Canelo Alvarez has held titles in four weight classes. He’s been vocal about it, especially after a rumored fight between the two fell through. Canelo instead signed a deal with the Riyadh Season series. Paul views him as a legacy fighter whose current relevance is inflated. For someone with nearly 60 pro fights, Canelo still couldn’t dodge this jab from Jake.
Ryan Garcia
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Ryan Garcia’s recent headlines haven’t helped his case. Paul criticized the boxer for his high expectations and underwhelming follow-through; even his win over Devin Haney was overturned due to a failed test. For Paul, Ryan’s image as the future of boxing never quite matched the reality in the ring.
Babe Ruth
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It’s not every day someone calls Babe Ruth overrated, but Paul did exactly that. Ruth’s seven World Series wins and 714 home runs are etched in baseball history. But Paul pointed to the era Ruth played in, long before modern training, competition, or television, as a reason to question his legacy.
Dak Prescott
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The Dallas Cowboys quarterback made the list, probably for one glaring reason: his playoff record. At 2–5 in the postseason, Dak Prescott hasn’t lived up to the hype he now earns, at least according to Paul.
Tua Tagovailoa
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Miami Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa was another NFL name Paul went after. He’s shown flashes of brilliance, but injury setbacks and an uneven career arc likely made him an easy pick. Tua ranked among the NFL’s top 100 players in 2023, but that didn’t stop the influencer from calling him out.
Trevor Lawrence
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Even the football star’s potential hasn’t shielded him from criticism this harsh. Trevor Lawrence came into the NFL as a can’t-miss prospect. After being drafted first overall in 2021, he led the Jaguars to one playoff win and a division title in 2022. Still, his 20-30 career record and $55 million annual salary were enough for Paul to call him “overpaid and overrated.”
Anthony Edwards
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Though relatively young, Anthony Edwards is already turning heads in the NBA. He won Olympic gold in 2024 and made history with the most single-season three-pointers in Timberwolves franchise history. But Paul still put him on blast. He didn’t go into detail, but some believe the controversial influencer is jumping the gun here. Considering he’s only 23, Edwards might make Paul regret this pick in a few short seasons.
Tommy Fury – Honorable Mention
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Jake Paul and Tommy Fury shared one of boxing’s most hyped grudge matches in 2023. The latter won by split decision, but Jake downplayed the loss, calling Tommy “basic” and “overprotected.”
Nate Diaz – Honorable Mention
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When Jake Paul fought Nate Diaz in 2023, it was more like an internet crossover than a real boxing match. Diaz, an MMA legend, looked out of place in a boxing ring. Jake won on points but later dismissed Nate’s performance as sluggish and outdated. Despite Nate’s cult following, Jake doesn’t buy the hype.
Logan Paul – Honorable Mention
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Even brothers aren’t safe. Jake has occasionally jabbed at Logan Paul’s combat credibility, especially after Logan’s exhibition with Floyd Mayweather. While Logan shifted toward WWE and PRIME hydration deals, Jake hinted that Logan’s fight record and ring skills don’t live up to the spotlight he enjoys.
Ben Askren – Honorable Mention
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Jake Paul knocked out Ben Askren in under two minutes back in 2021, but the drama didn’t stop there. The influencer often mocks Askren’s physique and downplays the win, saying it proved how overhyped the former MMA wrestler was as a striker. Askren’s decorated MMA résumé didn’t impress Jake.
Dillon Danis – Honorable Mention
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Before his boxing debut, Jake Paul called out Dillon Danis repeatedly, even pelting him with water balloons during an infamous drive-by taunt. Danis talked plenty but never signed a contract. Paul took that as proof of bluffing.
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