Former Boxing Champion Heather Hardy Sues Jake Paul and Most Valuable Promotions

Former boxing champion Heather Hardy filed a lawsuit in Texas on September 23 against Jake Paul and his promotion company, Most Valuable Promotions (MVP). The legal action, which seeks damages exceeding $10 million, stems from Hardy’s 2023 appearance on an MVP card, which marked the final fight of her career.

The complaint alleges negligence and violations of the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act. Hardy claims the promotion placed her in a rematch against Amanda Serrano that presented an extraordinary risk of neurological harm. Following a unanimous decision loss, Hardy retired and has since reported suffering from a traumatic brain injury that impacts her vision and daily living.

In response, MVP stated that Hardy’s participation was arranged through her promoter, Lou DiBella, and that she was medically cleared by the athletic commission overseeing the event. The organization maintained that the bout proceeded in accordance with standard medical and safety requirements and expressed sympathy for Hardy’s current health circumstances.