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    Who are the boxing commentators for Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson on Netflix?

    THE highly-anticipated crossover fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul is set to capture the attention of the sports world. The 58-year-old boxing icon will take on the YouTuber, who is 31 years younger than him, in a professional heavyweight bout live on Netflix on November 15.Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are set to meet in the ring on November 15Here’s what we know about the commentators taking part on the night.Who are the boxing commentators for the Mike Tyson v Jake Paul fight on Netflix?The eight-round heavyweight showdown is scheduled for Friday, November 15, at the 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium in Dallas, Texas. The undercard kicks off at 8pm ET / 1am UK , featuring six thrilling match-ups, including a highly anticipated bout between Ireland’s Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano.There will be five commentators taking part, including Tyson’s own son.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…Amir TysonFormer boxing champion Lennox Lewis seen with Amir and Mike TysonAmir, 27, is one of Tyson’s five kids, and he will be joining the commentary team as he watches his father fight.None of Tyson’s sons have followed in his footsteps and become professional boxers.Amir has become a commentator, having been warned off the dangerous sport by his dad.In August, Amir slammed influencer Hailey ‘Hawk Tuah’ Welch after she attempted to sing the lyrics to Jay-Z’s iconic track, Empire State of Mind.Most read in BoxingHe took to Instagram, saying: “This era of 15 minutes of intense fame to complete irrelevancy has gotten completely out of hand.”Amir went on to lament the fleeting nature of internet fame, calling out the rise of internet celebrities.However, he seemingly praised Tyson’s opponent, Jake.Jake Paul makes training decision for Mike Tyson fight after dramatically losing TWO STONE for last fightHe vented: “Only people from the internet that have… gained actual celebrity status are the Paul brothers and maybe the Speed, Kai Cenat, and Adin Ross… My kids and grandkids won’t have a clue who these streamers are lol.”Sibley ScolesSibley Scoles has been presenting major sporting events for a whileSibley is no stranger to hosting major events having been the in-stadium presenter for the 2023 NFL Pro Bowl.She is also the host of Raiders: Talk of the Nation and in-game host for the NFL’s Las Vegas Raiders.Scoles, 36, served as a sideline reporter for the 2022 NBA G League Showcase on NBA TV and a reporter for the MMA organisation Lights Out Xtreme Fighting on Fubo TV.However, her background is in entertainment, having previously served as an on-air correspondent for Access Hollywood as well as co-host of Access Hollywood Weekend Edition.She also served as an on-air correspondent at E! News, covering Hollywood’s biggest red carpets and awards shows.Sibley was seen in August at a ceremony honouring Lenny Kravitz with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in Los Angeles.Tyron WoodleyTyron Woodley is a former opponent of Jake Paul’sFormer UFC champion Tyron Woodley believes that this fight between Paul and Tyson is actually quite close because of Tyson’s advanced age.The welterweight, who was knocked out by Jake Paul when they fought in August 2021, told TMZ: “It’s a very even fight, to be honest.“It’s even because of the age of Mike Tyson. I think it’s an even fight because of the age of Mike Tyson. He’s completely, obviously, out of his prime. “In his prime most of his fights were almost attempted murder, so literally Jake wouldn’t have stood a chance. “Nobody would even commission or sanction a fight between him and Mike Tyson.”Woodley also thinks that Paul is now choosing his opponents more carefully than before.He added: “Jake’s always on a win-win situation.“He’s fighting guys that if he loses, ‘He lost to this guy. You lost to Tyron, you lost to Anderson Silva, you lost to [Nate] Diaz.’ “So he’s always in a position where if he wins he goes up, if he loses it’s like, OK, he took a risk, he took a chance.”Woodley defended his own title four times since 2009.Wade PlemonsWade Plemons received support from Jake Paul when he came under fireCredit: InstagramWade Plemons is a famous YouTuber and is usually seen on DAZN’s broadcast interviewing fighters and talking about fights in general.In 2023, Plemons uploaded a video to his YouTube channel in which he spoke about a potential KSI vs Jake Paul match-up.He stated in the video, titled ‘KSI vs Jake Paul.. Is NOT Happening’, that a fight between Paul and Floyd Mayweather would sell more PPVs.Such insecure clowns. Wade is quality. Plays it down the middle.Jake Paul on KSIIt appeared to strike a nerve with KSI, who went on a furious rampage on X (formerly known as Twitter) and he posted: “Man, f*** Wade.“This Wade guy plays all sides. Trying to please everyone. You are so fake, omg. F*** you and everything you stand for, you two-faced c***.“This man acts like he knows everything about boxing. He doesn’t know s***. You’re not that guy.”But KSI’s manager Mams Taylor, who co-owns Misfits, appeared to sack the American live on a Twitter Space.Taylor remarked: “Have fun on KingPyn.” In reference to a rival crossover boxing promotion.Paul then appeared to defend Plemons, calling KSI “insecure.”He tweeted: “Such insecure clowns. Wade is quality. Plays it down the middle.”Says things about me I don’t like, but that just means he’s keeping his opinions real. Now back to my vacation.”Plemons himself was an all-around athlete who excelled in football to become a noted receiver for Tennessee Tech University.Dasha KuretDasha Kuret is known in the wrestling worldDasha Kuret is the final part of the broadcasting team for the event.The American fitness model is also a professional wrestler and ring announcer. She was known for her time as a backstage interviewer and ring announcer in WWE under the ring name Dasha Fuentes and All Elite Wrestling under the ring name Dasha Gonzalez. Dasha, 36, was surprisingly released from All Elite Wrestling in April 2024. Taking to Instagram, Kuret said that it’s important for her to see how far she’s come and that she won’t let this setback stop her from working hard. She wrote: “Sometimes the world tries to break you, but just try to take a second to look back and see how far you’ve come!!! “I’m not perfect by any means, I make mistakes, but I just try to keep on learning and be the little engine that could!!! Chug, chug, chug along!!!”READ MORE SUN STORIESKuret made her AEW debut in 2019 as part of the Spanish announce team. She also competed in the 2020 AEW Women’s Tag Team Tournament. More

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    Who else is on the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson undercard? All fight on huge Netflix bill

    JAKE PAUL is taking on his toughest opponent yet in Mike Tyson – the co-main event is a cracker and there are some other great fights on the undercard too.The event was originally meant to be held on July 20 but due to some health issues, Iron Mike had to postpone. Mike Tyson (L) and Jake Paul (R) are set to face off on November 15.Credit: AFPIn May, the former heavyweight champion was on a flight where he endured a medical emergency that saw him being pushed out in a wheel chair.He suffered an ulcer flare up that needed medical assistance on board a flight that was taking him to LA from Miami.But before the main event there are six blockbuster fights on the Texas bill, with two title fights on the line, with one of them being a highly anticipated rematch.And SunSport can provide you with all the details below. Read more on Paul vs TysonWhat is the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson full card?Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will headline the huge bill in Texas.But fans are also looking forward to seeing the highly-anticipated title rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano.Bruce Carrington and Dana Coolwell will kick-start the Netflix event.Jake Paul vs. Mike TysonKatie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 – for IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO lightweight titlesMario Barrios vs. Abel Ramos – for WBC welterweight titleNeeraj Goyat vs. Whindersson NunesShadasia Green vs. Melinda WatpoolLucas Bahdi vs. Corey MarksmanBruce Carrington vs. Dana CoolwellMost read in BoxingKatie Taylor will take on Amanda Serrano in huge title clash.Credit: EPAHow to watch Paul vs TysonIt will exclusively be shown on Netflix in what is their first major event in the combat sports world. Jake Paul confirmed on X that it will be free for all Netflix subscribers.What has been said?Mike Tyson has reiterated that anyone thinks he’s a nice person and he is out to prove a point against social media sensation Jake Paul.Tyson said: “I’m not a nice person. I’m a decent person, I try to do the right thing. “I don’t want to make friends with you, I don’t care if you put me on your yacht, I don’t give a f***. “I’m not gonna be nice to nobody; I’ll be Kind, but never nice.” More

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    Jake Paul had vision of himself fighting Mike Tyson while high on psychedelics three years ago

    JAKE PAUL versus Mike Tyson is a controversial fight for the ages three years in the making – born from a psychedelic hallucination. YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul faces heavyweight icon Tyson next Friday in Texas in a bout widely slammed over the age difference.Jake Paul is big on meditationThe two have been friends for years, even celebrating new years together in 2021.But it was around that time that Paul took a trip to Costa Rica for a spiritual ceremony taking psychedelic drug ayahuasca. And he had a vision of fighting Tyson – who was instantly on board. Paul said in the Netflix fight docuseries: “I went Costa Rica for my first ayahuasca ceremony. I wanted to uncover things about myself. READ MORE IN BOXING”One of the craziest things was the vision I had of me and Mike Tyson fighting. “As if it had already happened or something in the future or was going to happen, that was the feeling it gave me. “And it showed me the millions of kids watching through their TVs and devices and it showed the butterfly effect that creates for the sport of boxing.”So next day I get in contact with Mike and he’s like, ‘Yeah, Jake. I love this idea. This is awesome man, this sounds great idea. We need to make this happen.’ Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”And that’s the power of opening yourself to the energy of the universe but also acting on those things.” Ayahuasca comes from stewing the leaves and stem of a jungle vine that grows in the Amazon rainforest, and it is usually drunk as a tea.Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again’It takes 20 to 60 minutes to kick in, and its effects can last up to six hours, including visual hallucinations, euphoria, paranoia, and vomiting.The drug contains dimethyltryptamine – or DMT – which is deemed a Class A drug in the United Kingdom, making it illegal on these shores.Ayahuasca is also banned in the UK, but can be taken legally elsewhere.Former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder, 38, is another boxer to have advocated for taking the psychedelic.What are the effects of ayahuasca?While the drug may affect people differently, some of the common effects include:Nausea/vomitingDiarrheaAnxietyEuphoriaIntense visual and auditory hallucinationsPowerful emotionsIncreased body temperatureFeelings of connection and unity More

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    Anthony Joshua makes decision on next fight throwing Daniel Dubois rematch into doubt

    ANTHONY JOSHUA’S rematch against Daniel Dubois has been thrown into doubt after the ace made a huge decision regarding his next fight.The heavyweight ace, 35, is still reeling from September’s defeat against his British rival in front of a record 96,000 crowd at Wembley.Anthony Joshua’s rematch against Daniel Dubois has been thrown into doubtCredit: GettyAJ was KO’d by Dubois in the fifth round of their Wembley battleCredit: GettyJoshua was KO’d in the fifth round by Dubois, having already been put down several times throughout the fight.The huge occasion saw AJ miss the chance to win back his IBF heavyweight title.And boxing fans have been waiting ever since for Joshua to announce details of his rematch with Dubois in either the UK or Saudi Arabia.Boxing supremo Turki Alalshikh had proposed a date on February 22, with Dubois eager to get back into the ring as soon as possible.READ MORE IN BOXINGBut Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn has poured cold water on a fight in early 2025.And a rematch against Dubois looks to be in serious doubt, with Hearn adding that Joshua is not expected to lace up his gloves until next summer at the earliest.After being asked by a fan on Instagram how long AJ would be resting for, Hearn said: “He had five fights in 18 months, he will be fine. Back in the summer.”That lengthy wait does not work for Dubois, who is eager to defend his belt after a dominant performance in London.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSLast week, his promoter Barry Hearn said: “I don’t see (AJ) happening next. We’re looking at a couple of things at the moment and we’ll make a decision.“I was hoping we’d get it down fairly quickly but we won’t. Soon we’ll be in a position where we can close on something, we’re talking to a few other guys.Eddie Hearn provides update on Anthony Joshua’s next fight with two names eyed “I’m hearing that he’s injured. Whatever it is, if things are going to happen, they happen.“It’s taken a while to feel like it won’t happen and unless I get a phone call saying it’s on, then we’ve got to make some decisions.“We’re in the Daniel Dubois business. He’s the champion, he’s the guy who matters to me. “February is when I want to get him out, and he wants to be out.”How AJ punched his way to the topANTHONY JOSHUA punched his way to the top of the world before being knocked off his perch. More

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    Mike Tyson threw up blood before passing out in medical emergency then ignored doctors’ advice NOT to fight Jake Paul

    MIKE TYSON has opened up on his mile-high medical emergency – which had him throwing up blood and “defecating tar.”The boxing icon was left hospitalised after he fell ill during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles in May.Mike Tyson has revealed the extent of his summer health scareCredit: EPAThe 58-year-old fell ill during a flight from Miami to LACredit: Instagram / @miketysonHis bout against Jake Paul was postponed following the discovery of a stomach ulcerCredit: GettyTyson, 58, had been due to battle YouTuber Jake Paul, 27, just weeks later in a remarkable comeback dust-up. The fight was postponed following the incident and will now be held next weekend.Iron Mike has revealed doctors found a two-and-a-half-inch ulcer in his stomach.Tyson told Netflix: “A week and a half [before the incident] I was training and I was doing great. READ MORE ON MIKE TYSON”Then I started feeling tired. I was explaining to my trainer, I don’t know what is wrong with me. “Coming [to LA] from Miami on the plane, I went to the bathroom and I threw up blood. “The next thing I knew I was on the floor. I was defecating tar.”The upcoming bout was immediately postponed after Tyson’s health scare, with doctors telling him to “take it slow exercise-wise.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA defiant Tyson continued: “I went to the hospital and they found I had an ulcer. It was two and a half inches, it was bleeding. “All my friends were calling me like I was dying. Jake Paul offered WORLD TITLE fight by champ in 2025 if he beats Mike Tyson”I asked the doctor whether I was going to die and she didn’t say no. She said we have options though. That’s when I got nervous.”I just wanted to get out of that f***ing hospital bed. I don’t want to die in a hospital bed. I want to die in the ring.”Tyson and Paul are now due to fight at Dallas’ AT&T Stadium on November 15. Texas Licensing Regulators will assess Iron Mike the day before the bout to check he is medically fit to fight as a pro. Iron Mike and Paul will now do battle on November 15 – if doctors give Tyson the green lightCredit: GettyJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTThe fight – which is being streamed live on Netflix – could be downgraded from a professional bout to an exhibition depending on the result of Tyson’s scan.And it could even be cancelled entirely if doctors are worried about the heavyweight icon’s well-being. Tyson last stepped into the ring in an exhibition against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020. Mike Tyson’s controversial comeback Mike Tyson is BACK!Yes, boxing’s youngest heavyweight champ of all time – just 20 when he achieved the feat – is preparing to lace them up again. He faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul on July 20 in Texas.The controversial clash – set for the 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium in Dallas – has been scrutinised over the 30-year age gap.Tyson will be 58 by the time the fight for the ages comes around and nearly 20 years removed from his last professional contest.He was last seen in the ring in November 2020 for an exhibition with fellow legend Roy Jones Jr, which ended a draw after eight rounds. Paul is meanwhile 9-1 in the ring, losing only to Tommy Fury in 2023, and has won three times since.His fight with Tyson will also be a landmark first on Netflix, with over 250MILLION subscribers able to watch the bout. Before that, the former heavyweight’s last professional fight was a TKO loss to Kevin McBride in June 2005.Nicknamed The Baddest Man on the Planet, Tyson is one of the most feared boxers of all time. He reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990, before retaking the WBA crown in a remarkable comeback six years later.READ MORE SUN STORIESIron Mike won 50 of his 58 bouts, including 44 of those by way of knockout.Paul in the other hand has win ten of his 11 fights, with just one loss to Tommy Fury. More

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    Tyson Fury’s coach and legendary boxing mentor who helped turn him into world champion dies aged 85

    THE BOXING coach who helped turn Tyson Fury into “The Facebreaker” has died.Dave Stacey, who has died aged 85, was the first coach to teach young Fury boxing at Torbay Amateur Boxing Club, in Devon.The coach helped train Tyson Fury when he was youngerCredit: GettyThe veteran was credited with helping the future champion pick-up the fundamentals during long stints when he stayed with family in the South West.It helped cement the talent that saw him nicknamed “The Facebreaker” after he shattered an opponent’s jaw and eye socket as an amateur.Mike Reardon, the club’s chairman, said Mr Stacey had been the heavyweight’s first coach.He said: “Tyson would have taken part in group sessions for beginners where they learn the basics like stance and how to punch.Read more sport“We have a lot of boys and girls coming and going at the gym and it’s impossible to remember them all, but I think Dave always remembered Tyson because of his size. He was tall for a lad his age.”Fury has said that after his parents separated he spent a lot of time with an auntie and uncle in Torquay.He said in an early interview: “They helped me learn how to read and write. I went swimming and surfing. The first gym I went to was in Torquay.“My dad would hold up his hands and say “one two,” but that was all. He never said he wanted me to box or took me to the gym. Most read in Boxing”He didn’t even know when I first started going to the gym.”The gym where Fury trained was at a former church and Stacey was the head coach there.Fury went on to join Jimmy Egans’s Amateur Boxing Club in Manchester and had his first amateur bout for them when he was 16 years old, in March, 2005.There was a riot after his second amateur bout in Hinckley, Leicestershire, two months later.Dave’s daughter Nicole led tributes, saying: “First and foremost, he was a real family man and was always very proud to tell other people that he felt like the luckiest man in the world to be a husband and father and we really felt that love.”He was a very loyal person and would do absolutely anything for us. People would always describe him as a real character and he was unashamedly himself.“He had the ability to talk to anyone and put them at ease.”If there was a setback of any kind he wouldn’t dwell on it, he would tell people how he felt, pick himself up and take the challenge on. I suppose that’s the boxing mentality and focus.”READ MORE SUN STORIESPaying tribute, a Facebook post from Torbay Boxing Club added: “Torbay ABC are extremely saddened to hear of the passing of Dave Stacey, a highly regarded coach for the club.”RIP Dave you were a true legend.”Dave Stacey pictured alongside Tyson FuryFury trained at Torbay Boxing Club after spending a lot of time with an auntie and uncle in Torquay.Credit: Getty More

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    I sparred Jake Paul for Mike Tyson fight… he paid so well I earned enough money to buy my first house

    BOXER DeAndre Savage left Jake Paul’s fight camp with enough money to buy himself his first home.Savage was among a group of heavyweights selected by Paul’s coaching team in preparation for his November 15 bout against Mike Tyson.DeAndre Savage sparring Jake PaulSavage bought a house with the money made from sparringThe 34-year-old spent weeks sharing the ring with Paul in the YouTuber-turned-boxer’s Puerto Rico training base.But when he returned home he put the money made from camps with Paul, Jarrell Miller and Andy Ruiz Jr into buying a property.Savage purchased a bungalow that sits on 1.5 acres of land – coincidentally from Paul’s head trainer Theo “Third” Chambers. He told SunSport: “From sparring and being in the camp, I made good money.READ MORE IN BOXING”I made good money with Jake and I’ve been in camp with Big Baby Miller this year and I’ve been with camp with Andy Ruiz, so I just put it all together.”I just finished up camp with Jake Paul, so I just took the money that I made and I bought a house. The house is actually Third’s house.”I just figured while I got the money, I’m gonna do something with it instead of blow the money because most fighters they don’t invest in themselves and they just spend the money and blow the money.”So instead of doing that, I’m gonna invest my money into a house and I’ll be able to look at my house and be like, you know, that’s where my money went.”Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSSavage was a late bloomer in the sport, only picking up the gloves aged 25 after leaving behind a career in American football. He had 28 amateur bouts before turning professional in 2021 – since amassing a 6-0 record winning all by knockout.DeAndre Savage2And after meeting with Paul’s coach Chambers in Detroit, he was recruited as a sparring partner. Paul, 27, has ten wins and only a single loss to Tommy Fury, 25, on his boxing record as Savage opened up on being inside his camp. He said: “From the outside looking in and listening to everyone else, the world is not taking Jake serious.”But Jake does work hard and he’s still a little green, so I understand the route that he’s taking.”Fighting the UFC fighters and stuff like that and people that don’t really know how to box because he’s still green.I just finished up camp with Jake Paul, so I just took the money that I made and I bought a house.DeAndre Savage “But, Jake sells out the arena, sells the tickets, he’s doing big things that some people wish that they can do and they can’t do it.”But yeah, Jake worked real hard, work real hard. He got some great moves in the ring.”Paul takes on Tyson, 58, in Texas in a clash that has been criticised due to the 30-year age gap.And even Savage is backing the ageing icon to defeat Paul. He said: “Mike Tyson is up in age. I would like to see Mike come and win again because that’s a top two, top three heavyweight ever.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I would like to see Mike Tyson win but if he don’t knock him out early, Mike’s not gonna win the fight.”If he don’t knock him out in the first two rounds, Mike ain’t gonna win the fight.”Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Rex More

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    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson rule changes: How many rounds are there and what size gloves will both boxers use?

    JAKE PAUL and Mike Tyson are just DAYS away from a blockbuster boxing encounter in Texas – and the rule changes have been revealed!The Problem Child put Mike Terry through six brutal rounds in his last fight which ended with a stoppage win.Jake Paul (L) humiliated Mike Perry (R) in JulyCredit: GettyAnd it helped Paul rebuild his reputation in the ring as it was his third consecutive triumph since losing to Tommy Fury in February 2023.However, the social media sensation now faces a tougher test as he’ll be going up against boxing legend Mike Tyson.Tyson, 58, showed signs of brilliance in his last exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr.Furthermore, the number of rounds and glove sizes has made this huge Texas event a little more exciting.Read more on Paul vs TysonHow many rounds will there be in Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?The huge bout between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will be a maximum of eight rounds – two minutes a round.It was initially scheduled for Saturday, July 20 but Tyson had to pause training after an ulcer flare-up earlier this year.However, Iron Mike has insisted he’s back on track to face his social media opponent.Paul has the ability to go eight rounds having gained experience over the years and this was last shown in his six-round knockout win against bareknuckle champion Mike Perry.Most read in BoxingWhat has been said?Boxing legend Mike Tyson revealed the reason for wanting shorter rounds.”I wanted shorter rounds for more action. If we have shorter rounds, we’ll fight more. More action.”I’m just looking forward to this”Forget what my wife and kids are, thinking about just this one moment, just stick with me and don’t feel sorry for me. Don’t worry about me. That’s all.”Forget what my wife and kids are, thinking about just this one moment, just stick with me and don’t feel sorry for me. Don’t worry about me. That’s all.”It has nothing to do with my kids. It’s all about me. Nothing to do [with them]. And sometimes I wonder, is that bad? Is that my ego, where it’s just to hell with everybody, “I don’t care [that] my health is risked or anything, it’s just who I am. They knew I was that way before they married me.Tyson added “They knew I was that way when I had them and then when they were kids, and I’m just going to always be there. I’m always going to test myself. I’m always gonna push the envelope. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I’m always very nervous and apprehensive until it gets closer to the fight.”What size gloves are both boxers using?It has been confirmed that Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will both use 14oz gloves instead of 10oz. More