In a recent explosive interview, Dillian ‘The Body Snatcher’ Whyte launched a scathing attack on former world champion Lawrence Okolie, labeling him a ‘snake’ and a ‘rat’ for his recent actions. Whyte’s ire was sparked by Okolie’s decision to assist Jake Paul in his training camp, preparing for a bout against none other than Anthony Joshua, the man who had given Okolie his big break in the boxing world.
Whyte, known for his candid opinions, didn’t mince words when expressing his disappointment. ‘How could Okolie help Jake Paul get ready to face AJ, when AJ is the one who put him on the map?’ Whyte questioned, clearly baffled by Okolie’s lack of loyalty. ‘There’s no loyalty in this game at all. I don’t like Okolie; he’s a snake, he’s a rat.’
The drama unfolded in Puerto Rico, where Okolie was seen sparring with Paul, even reportedly giving him a black eye, as claimed by Paul himself in a clip from Adin Ross’ live stream. Despite this, Joshua made quick work of Paul in their December 2025 bout, knocking him down multiple times before stopping him in the sixth round, even breaking Paul’s jaw in two places.
Okolie, once managed by Joshua’s 258 and promoted by Matchroom Boxing, defended his actions, stating that he and Joshua remain on good terms personally. ‘As people, me and Joshua are still friendly. He’s someone I’ll always respect,’ Okolie said. ‘My life has changed through his life, and that’s something I’ll never forget. Business is business.’
Despite his harsh words, Whyte has shown no interest in facing Okolie in the ring, citing his ‘negative’ style. Whyte’s last fight was a disappointing first-round stoppage loss to Moses Itauma in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in August 2025. Looking ahead to 2026, Whyte has his sights set on former champions Deontay Wilder and Andy Ruiz, hoping to secure a bout with one of them.
This feud sheds light on the complex dynamics of loyalty and business in the boxing world. As the drama continues to unfold, one thing is clear: the boxing community will be watching closely to see how these tensions play out, both in and out of the ring.
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