Jake Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) roster has been given a significant boost, with the addition of six new signings.
WBC featherweight champion Tiara Brown (20-0) and IBF super welterweight titlist Oshae Jones (9-0) are the standout names on the list, but MVP has also snapped up super flyweight LeAnne Cruz (11-0), super featherweight Elise Soto (10-0), lightweight Miranda Reyes (8-3-1) and influencer boxer Jully Poca (4-0 MF Pro).
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Brown is the WBC featherweight championCredit: Getty
“Tiara, Oshae, Jully, LeAnna, Elise, and Miranda each represent a fundamental pillar of our MVP brand, world champions, Olympic pedigree, global stars, top contenders, and elite competitors with superstar potential, and we are thrilled to have them join our growing roster of athletes,” said MVP CEO Nakisa Bidarian.
“MVP is elevating women’s boxing across divisions and borders, and we look forward to each of our new signees making their promotional debut soon.
“Our mission is to ensure fans have one brand that has the best fighters in the world, and today further cements that position.”
MVP co-founder Paul added: “My passion for boxing starts from me stepping in the ring, but it’s equally focused on what I contribute to the sport outside of the ring with MVP.
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“Today’s signings reflect my continued commitment to using my platform to push boxing to the biggest audiences possible in the world.”
2012 World Amateur Championships gold medallist Brown snatched the WBC 126lbs belt from Skye Nicolson in March with a tireless display before defending it against Emma Gongora in September.
Her signing makes a WBC, WBA, and WBO unification bout with Amanda Serrano significantly easier to get over the line, as both women are now under the same banner.
“Signing with Most Valuable Promotions is a major moment in my career,” said Brown.
“From my amateur foundation to becoming a world champion, every step prepared me for this level.
“I’ve earned everything through discipline and consistency.
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Jones is an Olympic bronze medallist and IBF super welterweight championCredit: AFP
“Now I get to showcase that experience and championship mindset on a global stage with MVP.”
2020 Olympic bronze medallist Jones translated her amateur success into the pros in November 2024 when she outpointed Femke Hermans to become IBF super welterweight champion in only her eighth outing in the paid ranks.
Jones defended her title against Elia Carranza in July and is now eyeing an undisputed fight with Mikaela Mayer in the new year.
“From earning an Olympic medal to becoming a two-belt world champion, every step has prepared me for this,” said Jones.
“With MVP behind me, I’m ready to compete on the biggest stages and continue building my legacy.”
The signing of Brazilian social media star Poca marks a return to Paul’s roots.
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Poca dominated the influencer boxing sphere and is now looking to make a splash in the prosCredit: Getty
Poca is the most-followed female boxer, with a combined 6.5m followers across all her platforms, and dominated crossover boxing, with four wins under the Misfits Boxing banner.
She is now looking to go down the traditional route as she embarks on a professional boxing career.
“I chose MVP because they don’t just put women on the card; they lead the way in putting us in the spotlight,” said Poca.
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“Seeing how they have done with Amanda Serrano, Alycia Baumgardner and others shows me their incredible commitment to making sure female fighters are valued as we should be.
“While I am so grateful to everyone who has supported my journey so far, joining MVP gives me a platform to represent my country on the world stage and help take Brazilian boxing to a whole new level.”