WWE has intervened to prevent its full-time superstar Logan Paul from proceeding with a planned boxing match against former NFL player Le'Veon Bell. Paul received a call from WWE officials citing injury risks, leading him to cancel the bout despite his arguments that there was no danger involved. Bell has accused Paul of faking the intervention out of fear.
Logan Paul, a full-time WWE performer, had been exchanging challenges on social media with Le'Veon Bell, a former Pittsburgh Steelers running back. Bell, who holds a 2-1 record in his boxing career, accepted Paul's invitation for a bout. On March 8, 2026, Paul shared details of a phone call from WWE representatives, who instructed him not to fight NFL players due to the potential for injury.
In a live stream video, Paul recounted the conversation, stating, “I’m not gonna get injured. These guys can’t box, they’re football players. There’s no risk.” He even proposed offering WWE half of his anticipated $2 million winnings from the event. Despite his disappointment—having already spent money on a contract—Paul agreed to comply, describing himself as a 'good company man.' Paul has prior boxing experience, including an exhibition against Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Paul announced the cancellation on X, writing, "Welp. The bosses called. Turns out I’m too valuable of a WWE Superstar to be fighting bums. I want to take this opportunity to congratulate @LeVeonBell and @BreidenFehoko for their 15 minutes of relevancy. Now back to being broke and retired. I’m going back to RAW every Monday…"
Bell responded swiftly on social media, alleging Paul fabricated the call to avoid the fight. He posted, "AYE HOLD UP!!!!!!!!!!!! HE HAD SOMEBODY CALL IN AND ACT LIKE HE CANT MAKE THIS HAPPEN ANYMORE?!!!! THIS IS THE BIGGEST 🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆🦆 WE HAVE EVER SEEN BEFORE OUR EYES .. @LoganPaul IS ACTUALLY SCARED!!! THIS IS CRAZY, HE ACTUALLY FAKED A PHONE CALL 😂😂😂😂"
Paul is not currently booked for WrestleMania 42. The incident highlights tensions between Paul's WWE commitments and his interest in crossover boxing matches.
