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Is Jake Paul training to fight a legend or just an aging icon past his prime?

When Jake Paul started his YouTube career, he would have never thought that one day he would be facing legend Mike Tyson inside a boxing ring. But as he changed his career path and started making waves in the boxing world, we are now just one month away from this mega cross-generational clash, a fight that no one had even thought about half a decade ago.

But now that it is here, El Gallo does not want to leave anything up for chance. He is once again ready to jump into the ring against The Baddest Man On The Planet. Even though Tyson is almost 60 years old now, Paul knows how scary he can be. The 27-year-old has been preparing himself both physically and mentally for the past few months. That is why when former track and field veteran Larry Wade posted a video of Jake Paul’s training, fans were impressed and predicted a knockout win for the latter.

Larry Wade helping Problem Child push limits

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The video posted by Larry Wade on his Instagram account features Paul doing his strength and conditioning with a group of people. Caleb Plant’s former coach was loudly motivating Paul in the background and was urging El Gallo to be faster and more precise during the shadow boxing routine he was practicing.

Wade has become synonymous with unique coaching methods that focus on speed and demands physical straining. It allows the fighters to remain in top condition until the end of the match. As Jake Paul finished his shadowboxing routine, he immediately started sprinting, showing the impressive stamina that he had built.

While the training method featured a basic strength and conditioning session, Wade’s CV has made many fans confident of Jake Paul’s chances come November 15. Wade has previously trained boxers like Caleb Plant, Shawn Porter, and Badou Jack. So, the fans know that if the Ohio native can follow his training; we are in for a treat.

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Is Jake Paul training to fight a legend or just an aging icon past his prime?

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A Win-Win situation for Jake Paul

A fan familiar with Larry Wade’s previous record wrote, “Let’s goo @coachlarrywade 🔥🔥🔥.” The fan himself appeared to be an amateur boxer who might have previously worked with Wade. So, he knows how transformational and effective his training methods can be.

After seeing Jake Paul working out with Wade, another fan got confidence and wrote, “If he listens to coach Wade, Tyson won’t last 1 round.” Predicting a first-round knockout win for Paul, but no matter who is training you, things can’t be that simple against Mike Tyson.

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Another fan predicted a win for Paul as he wrote, “Jake will be victorious November 15 🙏🏿 🙏🏿,” after being impressed by all the hard work the Problem Child has put into this fight. Paul has been constantly working hard for the past few months. He has not only put in the physical work but has also tackled Tyson’s mind games brilliantly when the former World Champion called him fat. The replies given by Jake Paul with a fake belly instantly became the highlight of social media.

Boxing coach Cromwell Gordon who has worked with Rolando Romero, also commented on the post. He stated how getting in the ring with Tyson is already a win for Jake Paul, regardless of the result. “He has a win-win situation. Getting in the ring with the baddest man on the planet is enough for any fighter even at the end of the rope.” He then proceeded to appreciate this celebrity and exhibition boxing match trend and how this event was going to exceed everyone’s expectations. “Great concept & event. The magnitude of this event only produces winners on both side. Great work coach,” wrote Gordon.

While Coach Gordon is in favor of this event, another fan is completely against it. He wrote, “Training to beat a 60 year old,” in a mocking tone. He was not a fan of Paul taking on Tyson, who is 58 years old and is facing several health issues that can occur during the fight. Mike Tyson might have stated that he is healthy, but by just stepping into the ring, he is putting himself in danger.

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Well, no matter the concerns of fans, the contract is signed and the fight will happen at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The only thing remaining to see is who is going to walk out of the ring victorious.

What do you think about the video uploaded by Larry Wade? Do you think that Jake Paul can easily win against Mike Tyson? Let us know your thoughts down below.

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