5 reasons why Kamaru Usman shouldn't venture into boxing

#2. Kamaru Usman would not draw entertaining boxing attractions

Kamaru Usman has gone back and forth with the infamous Jake Paul. However, the conversation didn't seem to last long. Usman has shown how dangerous he is in the UFC, but his name has yet to light the world ablaze.

Since the pendulum of boxing is swinging heavily for entertainment and name value, a fight with either of the Paul brothers seems unlikely.

Paul continues to lobby for a fight with Tommy Fury, so he is seemingly taken in the meantime. The elder brother, Logan Paul, just cashed out big in an exhibition with Floyd Mayweather. Overall, the potential for 'super boxing fights' just doesn't appear to be burgeoning with bodies for Kamaru Usman, but Canelo Alvarez would be of interest.

Standing at six feet, Kamaru Usman endures a tough weight cut each time he makes the welterweight limit. In addition to his muscled frame, the drop in weight is a certain challenge for the Nigerian-born athlete. Conversely, Alvarez stands at five-foot-nine, and Kamaru Usman would seemingly have an apparent size advantage if that fantasy match became reality.

While a boxing match with Canelo Alvarez seems attractive, it remains to be seen if Usman's name recognition will be commanding enough to entice the unified super-middleweight world champion to risk a crossover bout.

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#1. Kamaru Usman risks tarnishing his legacy

As it stands, the welterweight champion is widely regarded by many to be the best fighter on the planet regardless of weight class. A lofty assertion indeed, but one that rings with some truth. If he contends with a new boxing venture, the unpredictability of a new sport leads to questions that simply cannot be answered.

The welterweight champion is poised in the heat of battle, but with less experience, he puts his legacy and accolades on the line if he takes on any boxing venture. During his time as a UFC champion, the welterweight has found success in the set of rules he operates by.

Former UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley made the switch to boxing. 'The Chosen One' put forth a good account of his skills against Jake Paul. In the end, activity was his kryptonite, and the Disney star won the match. Even before Woodley inked 'I love Jake Paul' on his finger, the loss did not reflect well on his MMA resume.

A loss to a Paul brother would hurt Usman's claim to being the best UFC fighter in the world. After all, 'The Nigerian Nightmare' has remained unbeaten since 2012 in his respective sport. With so many other avenues to explore for financial gain, Kamaru Usman would be wise to avoid a venture into the unknown boxing world.