By GB News (World News) | Created at 2024-10-30 12:21:34 | Updated at 2024-10-30 19:30:29
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Jake Paul says Mike Tyson's coaches have been talking up the boxing icon as their controversial showdown rapidly approaches.
The two men will do battle at the AT&T Stadium in Texas on November 15, with Netflix set to stream the clash to millions around the world.
The bout is a controversial one due to the huge age gap between the two men. Tyson is 58, whereas Paul is 27.
There are serious concerns that Tyson, consequently, could suffer serious damage when he goes up against a man 31 years his junior.
Boxing news: Jake Paul says Mike Tyson's coaches have been talking up the icon as their controversial showdown rapidly approaches
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The boxing icon has been regularly uploading training footage over the past few weeks to downplay any fears over his health.
And Paul, speaking to Channel Nine, has revealed Tyson's coaches have claimed he's been dropping people in sparring behind the scenes.
"Tyson is dropping people in sparring, he looks the best shape he's been in, that's what his coaches are saying," Paul said.
"I plan on outboxing him and showing the world what I'm capable of. It's going to be a war.
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"He's one of the most famous boxers in the world to ever do it, he and Muhammad Ali, so to step in there with someone of his nature is an honour and a dream come true and it's going to be a spectacle and one of the most entertaining nights the sport has ever seen.
"I was born to do this and I will be world champion."
Paul also touched upon his own legacy.
Some feel he's in a 'lose-lose' situation. If he wins, many will downplay the achievement given how old Tyson is. Should he lose, his reputation and standing in the sport will suffer a massive blow.
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"I was born to do this and I will be world champion and I will go down in the boxing hall of fame as one of the greatest to ever do this."
Paul was speaking to an Australian TV station.
He sent a message to fans saying: "All of Australia tune in, I'm going to Kangaroo kick Mike Tyson in the face."
Tyson, meanwhile, recently accused Paul of not taking their fight seriously.
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"I can't wait for this evening to happen. I just don't think he's taking it seriously," the 58-year-old told Fox 4 Dallas.
"I think he believes he's the young guy and I'm the quasi-retirement child, they may think I'm an easy touch.
"[The fans] won't believe the spectacle that's going to happen, it'll be something they've never experienced before as far as pain is concerned."
