Jake Paul, the YouTuber-turned-prizefighter, didn’t miss an opportunity to promote his upcoming summer fight with boxing legend Mike Tyson during the Formula One Miami Grand Prix. With his words carefully chosen, Paul made sure to keep the anticipation high for the highly anticipated bout.
“I have immense admiration for Mike. He deserves utmost respect from me. Being able to step into the ring with him is truly an honor. However, I am determined to defeat him,” Paul expressed passionately as he stood in front of the Ferrari garage at the Miami Dolphins’ Hard Rock Stadium.
Paul, who is 27 years old, is scheduled to face off against Tyson, who is 57 years old, on July 20th at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. This highly anticipated match will be available for streaming on Netflix.
During his meteoric rise in his career, Paul expressed his gratitude for Tyson’s unwavering support and outspokenness. However, both fighters acknowledge that they have unfinished business to settle when they step into the ring together.
“It’s a battle out there. In matters of love and war, anything goes. I have deep affection for the guy, but once it transitions into a professional fight, one of us must meet our demise,” Paul expressed to USA TODAY Sports.
Tyson has been a vocal supporter of Paul’s transition from YouTube sensation to a viral boxing sensation.
Jake Paul says he has to “end” Mike Tyson when they fight each other on July 20.
“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,” Paul said at Formula One Miami Grand Prix. pic.twitter.com/lP4Ny1xBKE
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In the Netflix documentary “Untold: Jake Paul the Problem Child,” Tyson expressed his opinion that Paul has made a significant contribution to the sport of boxing, stating that he has done more for boxing than some of the champions themselves.
According to Mike Tyson, it is crucial to nurture and support Jake Paul’s talent in boxing as he has the potential to revive the sport. Tyson believes Paul possesses a unique spark and is truly exceptional.
In response to inquiries about those remarks, Paul expressed his perspective, stating, “I believe my previous statements still hold true. He is a legendary figure whom I greatly admire. However, when it comes to competing, it becomes a battle where one must give their all and leave nothing behind.”
“I continue to hold a deep admiration for him, and I believe he reciprocates that sentiment towards me for my contributions to the sport.”
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