At 57, Mike Tyson continues to impress the boxing realm. When most fighters would enjoy their retirement days in peace, outside the ring, the former heavyweight champion continues to fight. Is he prepared for this daunting task? Fans remain reassured as a new clip emerges on the internet.
This summer, come July 20, in front of an estimated 80,000 people, ‘Iron Mike’ will fight influencer-turned-boxer, Jake Paul, at the AT&T Stadium in Texas. This marks the return of Tyson into the ring four years after his last exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr. For that fight, both he and Jones Jr., were in a similar range of age. However, against 27-year-old Paul, Tyson has a massive disadvantage from an age standpoint. Will that be a deciding factor in this shocking headliner?
Mike Tyson Goes Heavy on the Bag
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Earlier, the legendary heavyweight undertook a photo shoot, the stills of which have impressed fans. A video from the photoshoot in which the fighter can be seen throwing powerful jabs at a heavy bag emerged on the internet. While the video was mostly staged and did not hail from his workout session, it however did showcase how abled the fighter is for a boxing fight despite his advanced age. Reporter, Michael Benson shared the clip on his X profile.
Mike Tyson, 57, posting footage of himself hitting the heavy bag during a photoshoot today ahead of the Jake Paul fight on July 20th…
[🎥 @MikeTyson] pic.twitter.com/BU5zZdtwQN
— Michael Benson (@MichaelBensonn) March 10, 2024
It has been reported that Mike Tyson is currently training under the tutelage of MMA coach, Rafael Cordeiro. He was the same trainer, the fighter had in his corner for the infamous exhibition bout against Jones Jr. Will this combination earn him victory against Jake Paul? Let’s see what the fans have to say.
Even if you win…
What if Mike Tyson, despite his age being a barrier, wins over Jake Paul in the Netflix-promoted showdown? A user noted that it still wouldn’t add anything to Mike Tyson’s legacy.
Even if you win, this fight adds nothing to your legacy Mike. Please reconsider.
— Lee 🇬🇭 (@LeeDiddy) March 10, 2024
However, another fan was confident that age wouldn’t be an obstacle for Tyson to dominate the ‘Problem Child.’
Mike even now at this age KOs the bum JP. But we all know Mike takes alot of money to let JP win. corrupt pantomime 💩
— Mogs (@Mogs_10) March 10, 2024
But what if Jake Paul wins? A user declared that they would never watch boxing again.
If Jake Paul Wins I could never watch another boxing match ever! It’s rigged
— Tyler McVeano (@McV00072) March 10, 2024
Most, like this user, agreed that Mike Tyson is better than Jake Paul.
I speak for everyone when I say mike Tyson is better than Jake Paul
— Cristiano Hive (@Cristianohive9) March 10, 2024
However, another user was not confident in Mike Tyson’s current abilities inside the ring.
Hate to say this but Mike bout to lose maybe even get knocked out
— Hightz Axlerod (@datboyhightz) March 10, 2024
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It remains to be seen if Mike Tyson will stand equally tall in the ring as he does right now in the days leading to it. However, one thing is certain. A frenzy for this exciting fight will ensue in the coming few months.
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Who do you think will dominate the fight – Jake Paul or Mike Tyson? Let us know in the comments section below.
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