Professional boxer and YouTube sensation Jake Paul believes boxing legend Mike Tyson is underestimating his strength ahead of their highly anticipated fight in November. In a recent interview, Paul expressed confidence in his ability to hurt Tyson, despite the former heavyweight champion's experience and renowned power.
Jake Paul, the YouTube star who has transitioned into a professional boxer, has warned that Mike Tyson is seriously underestimating him. The two are set to square off in a grudge match on November 15, and Paul is confident he has the power to hurt the boxing legend.
Jake Paul: Mike Tyson is Underestimating My Power
Paul, 26, has won all five of his professional fights, including three by knockout. He last fought in April, defeating former UFC fighter Ben Askren in the first round. Tyson, 58, is a former heavyweight champion and one of the most feared fighters in boxing history. He has a record of 50-6 with 44 knockouts.
Despite Tyson's experience and power, Paul believes he has what it takes to win.
Jake Paul: Mike Tyson is Underestimating My Power
"I think he's underestimating me," Paul said in an interview with Fox News. "I'm not just some YouTube kid. I've been training hard for this, and I'm confident that I can hurt him."
Paul pointed to his performance in his last fight against Askren as evidence of his power.
Jake Paul: Mike Tyson is Underestimating My Power
"I knocked him out with one punch," Paul said. "And Askren is a tough guy. He's a former Olympic wrestler. So, I know I have the power to hurt Tyson."
Paul also said that he is not intimidated by Tyson's reputation.
"I respect him as a fighter," Paul said. "But I'm not afraid of him. I'm going to go in there and fight my fight. And I'm confident that I can win."
Tyson has not fought since 2005, but he has been training for a comeback. He has said that he is in the best shape of his life and that he is ready to fight anyone.
"I'm a glory junkie," Tyson said in an interview with Esquire. "I love people thinking about me all day. I'd rather live a short life of glory than a long life of obscurity. It's just who I am."
The fight between Paul and Tyson is expected to be a huge event. It will be the first time that Tyson has fought a professional boxer since 2005. And it will be the biggest fight of Paul's career.
Paul is confident that he can win, but he knows that he will have to be at his best.
"I'm going to have to fight the perfect fight," Paul said. "But I'm confident that I can do it."
Only time will tell if Paul can back up his words and truly shock the world by defeating the legendary Mike Tyson.
