Mike Tyson's new intense sparring video leaves fans concerned about Jake Paul's safety
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Mike Tyson has shared intense new sparring footage, leaving fans worried about Jake Paul’s safety in their upcoming fight.
The former heavyweight champion, 58, is set to face the 26-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
Initially scheduled for July, the bout was postponed due to a medical emergency Tyson experienced on a flight, which was later identified as an ulcer flare-up.
Mike Tyson backs sparring partner against the ropes
Now fully recovered, Mike Tyson’s recent video shows him in fighting shape and ready to step into the ring.
Tyson shared a clip from his training session which shows him pushing his sparring partner up against the ropes before landing a powerful left hook that sends his opponent slumping down.
This intense display prompts his trainer to stop the sparring session, which leaves Tyson visibly frustrated.
I’m just getting started.#PaulTyson pic.twitter.com/ZdDwQ8FbBR
— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) October 23, 2024
"Are you f****** sure?" the 58-year-old says in the video. "I've got a lot in me, I'm just getting started," said Tyson, according to Daily Mail.
Despite being the underdog against the younger Paul, Tyson’s sparring video has stirred fans, with many believing that 'Iron Mike' still has the skill and power to surprise.
Gene Kilroy praises Mike Tyson's strength and conditioning
Mike Tyson’s team has been regularly posting footage from his training, with additional clips recently shared on social media.
In one video, Tyson receives praise from Gene Kilroy, the former manager of Muhammad Ali, who is seen observing Tyson’s training.
"This is the strongest I’ve ever seen you. And I’ve known you since you were 13. This impresses the s*** out of me," Kilroy says in the video.
The will determines the skill #behindthemike pic.twitter.com/54Yg9jDPOg
— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) October 25, 2024
Kilroy, who admitted he was initially concerned about Tyson’s ability to travel for training, added, "Nothing impresses me. I’m going to tell you the truth. I don’t lie. I was worried about him traveling here, traveling there. I can sleep now at night. This is great."
In the clip, Kilroy also mentions Tyson's rigorous training, comparing it to his preparation for his fight with Lennox Lewis.
"You done more workouts than what I've seen you do the whole time you fought Lennox Lewis. Am I right or wrong?" he asks, to which Tyson replies, "Different era brother. It's a whole new ball game."
Kilroy concludes saying, "I'm proud of you, Mike. I'm proud of you. It's a new generation."
Fans fear for Jake Paul as Mike Tyson appears fully prepared
The internet has been abuzz with reactions, as many fans are now concerned for Jake Paul’s well-being in the upcoming fight.
After watching Mike Tyson’s video, one fan commented, "That boy better run," referring to Paul. Another posted, "Imagine a world where 59-year-old Mike Tyson knocks Jake Paul out. It would be beautiful."
Others took note of Tyson’s apparent determination, with one person saying, "The passion in his voice tells me how much he wants it."
Another fan commented, "Jake is in trooouuuble." One more added, "If this fight is real Jake will die."
One fan praised Tyson's agility, saying, "He's so fast. I mean, not for his age or anything. For any age."
Another user expressed concern, writing, "Jake Paul is going to get severely injured or maimed in this fight. No doubt about it," while one more warned, "Jake Paul messed with a sleeping lion and the lion is (fire emojis)."
"I have a sneaking suspicion Tyson might ACTUALLY hurt Paul? Look at this guy," wrote another fan, expressing a sentiment echoed by many others online.
that boy better run 👀 pic.twitter.com/3yJ01J0n9O
— WOLF OF LUKSO 🆙️ (@CRYPTO_WOLF_OF) October 23, 2024
Imagine a world where 59 year old Mike Tyson knocks Jake Paul out. It would be beautiful
— lewis collinsMMA (@lewiscollinsMMA) October 23, 2024
The passion in his voice tells me how much he wants it
— 401k XRP (@takecareofurchk) October 23, 2024
Jake Paul messed with sleeping lion and the lion is 🔥🔥
— Abdul Mannan (@Mannan27101993) October 23, 2024
I have a sneaking suspicion Tyson might ACTUALLY hurt Paul? Look at this guy.
— Joshua Kintner (@NisusNet) October 24, 2024
he's so fast. I mean, not for his age or anything. For any age.
— Emerging threats (@t1gerp4w) October 25, 2024
Jake Paul is going to get severely injured or maimed in this fight. No doubt about it.
— Darren Marble (@darrenmarble) October 25, 2024
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