Mike Tyson anticipates Jake Paul will avoid direct confrontation in their upcoming fight on November 15 at AT&T Stadium, which will be streamed live on Netflix, as Tyson plans to use his experience to corner and defeat the less experienced Paul, who has a 10-1 pro boxing record.
Mike Tyson doesn’t anticipate Jake Paul confronting him directly when they step into the ring. No way.
Set for Nov. 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Tyson and Paul will face off in an eight-round pro bout. This event marks a first: live streaming on Netflix for subscribers! Exciting times.
When the bell rings? Tyson expects Paul to do a lot of running after getting hit. Classic strategy. The former heavyweight champ plans to trap him from there.
“I see him running around, I have to catch him and slaughter him,” Tyson told TalkSport. Brutal honesty, as always.
“No, [I don’t fear him] because he stepped into the ring. If my mother steps in the ring, she has a problem with me. Whoever’s in that ring, they have a problem. Don’t go in the ring if you don’t want that problem.” Tyson’s philosophy is simple but fierce.
Tyson hasn’t fought since an exhibition bout with Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020, ending in a no decision after eight rounds. His last pro boxing match was way back in 2005, losing by sixth-round TKO—couldn’t answer the bell in what was supposed to be his final pro fight.
Paul boasts a 10-1 record as a pro boxer, bagging wins over MMA stars like Ben Askren, Anderson Silva, Mike Perry, and Tyron Woodley. Impressive lineup!
Tyson acknowledges Paul’s efforts to draw attention to boxing and sees his improvements. Yet, the experience gap? It’s just plain ridiculous, according to Tyson.
“He’s a good little fighter, but he only has [11] fights,” Tyson said. “That’s considered an amateur in our field.” Ouch! Experience speaks volumes.