Jake Paul has always been a magnet for controversy, and his upcoming fight with Mike Tyson is no exception. The bout, set for November 15 at the AT&T Stadium, has tongues wagging and eyebrows raising.
Paul recently sat down with Steve-O on his podcast to dish the dirt, and he spilled some hot tea! The ‘Problem Child’ admitted that fighting ‘Iron’ Mike is a “lose-lose” situation, whether he wins or loses the fight.
“I see it from the public’s perception; yeah, it comes across as a lose-lose for sure, and I see that angle for sure, and I’m going to have to deal with that, but the way I rationalize it, it’s a win-win-win for me personally,” said Paul.
However, Jake Paul still thinks it’s worth it because of the history it can make. This fight could be the most-watched boxing event ever. The streaming giant’s 277 million subscribers dwarf the 4.6 million who tuned in for Mayweather vs. Pacquiao. That’s a lot of eyeballs that will tune in for this odd matchup.
The young boxer is excited about sharing the ring with a legend. But let’s talk about the elephant in the room – Tyson’s age. At 58, Iron Mike is old enough to be Paul’s dad. Paul’s aware of the criticism, but he’s not letting it knock him down. He’s focused on the opportunity, the history, and, yes, the viewership.
Mike Tyson Shares Health Update Ahead Of Boxing Match With Jake Paul
At 58, Tyson is preparing to face YouTube sensation Paul in the ring. It’s an unlikely matchup that’s got everyone talking. However, Tyson’s latest comments have raised some eyebrows.
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During a recent MMA commentary gig, Tyson dropped a bombshell. He admitted that he was feeling “a little shaky” and having trouble walking. But don’t count Iron Mike out just yet. He’s as determined as ever. Tyson claims he would be “perfect” in two months.
“[Things are] a little shaky. It’s hard to walk right now. “But two months from now I’m going to be perfect… The fight is won in the gym. Listen, I’ll do anything to help me.” (h/t USA Today)
Despite the pain, Tyson’s not taking it easy. He’s already sparring six rounds daily. The fight itself is a bit unusual. It’s professional but with a twist. They’re using two-minute rounds instead of the standard three.
