Highlights
- Tyson and Paul’s upcoming boxing match declared professional, intensifying concerns over health and safety due to age gap.
- Paul’s controversial comments hint at high stakes and dangerous showdown with Tyson, stirring anticipation in the boxing world.
- Despite doubts and calls for cancellation, Tyson and Paul unwavering in commitment to highly anticipated match on July 20.
Jake Paul has ignited a firestorm of controversy with his recent comments regarding his upcoming boxing match against legendary heavyweight Mike Tyson. The YouTube sensation, known for his brash persona and headline-grabbing antics, suggested that either he or Tyson “has to die” in their highly anticipated showdown scheduled for July 20.
This comes after it was confirmed that their bout in July, live on Netflix, will be sanctioned as a professional boxing match. The decision was met with controversy due to Tyson’s age and the possible ramifications for his health.
Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul Ruled A Professional Boxing Match
Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul is officially a pro boing match and will go on their boxing record.
Jake Paul Sends Deadly Threat To Mike Tyson
‘The Problem Child’ Wants To ‘End’ The Boxing Legend
The revelation came during Paul’s appearance at the Miami Grand Prix, where he triumphantly witnessed Lando Norris’s victory. Amidst the celebratory atmosphere, Paul’s words sent shockwaves through the boxing, raising serious concerns about the well-being of both fighter in an attempt to hype the fight.
In an interview with USA Today, Paul said the following:
“I love Mike. I’m super respectful of him. It’s an honor to be in the ring with him. But I have to end him. “It’s war. All is fair in love and war. I love the guy, but as soon as it turned into a pro fight, one of us has to die.”
Despite Tyson’s status as a former undisputed heavyweight champion, questions loom over his ability to compete at the age of 57, having not fought professionally since 2005. Paul’s declaration of intent to treat the bout as a life-or-death struggle has only intensified anxieties surrounding Tyson’s physical readiness for the bout.
Boxing Legends Warn Jake Paul Of Mike Tyson’s Punching Power Ahead Of Fight
Boxing legends Roy Jones Jr. and Lennox Lewis warn Jake Paul about Mike Tyson’s legendary power.
Paul’s remarks emphasize the high stakes and potential dangers involved in the clash between two fighters with “one-punch knockout power.” While acknowledging Tyson’s formidable reputation, Paul expressed confidence in his own abilities, asserting that he is prepared to meet the challenge head-on despite the odds stacked against him.
Tyson has continued to showcase his training regimen through social media, demonstrating his commitment to the fight. He also had to pass a series of health test for the fight to get the greenlight as a pro bout.
Despite calls for the bout to be called off, both Paul and Tyson remain resolute in their determination to proceed with the match as planned. Paul has emphasized that Tyson himself initiated discussions to elevate the contest to a professional level, indicating a mutual agreement to pursue the fight with full intensity and no holds barred.
As the countdown to July 20 begins, the boxing world remains captivated by the looming spectacle, which will likely be one of the biggest sporting events of the year.
