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      What is Katie Taylor’s boxing record going into her rematch on the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson undercard?

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      KATIE Taylor avenged the only loss in her pioneering career last time out, exacting bloody revenge over Chantelle Cameron.The undisputed two-weight champion is putting her light-heavyweight belts on the line in her rematch against Amanda Serrano.Katie Taylor overcame Amanda Serrano in their first mega-fight in April 2022Credit: GettyIt is widely considered to be the greatest women’s boxing bout of all timeCredit: GettyDubliner Katie Taylor won her first mega-fight against Amanda Serrano in April 2022. It is widely considered the greatest women’s boxing bout of all time.Katie Taylor’s boxing recordKatie Taylor’s boxing record is 23-1-0.This means she has won 23 of her professional boxing bouts, lost one and drawn none.read more on katie taylorJake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tipsHer victories include six knockouts, giving her a KO percentage of 26.09%.Katie has competed in a total of 204 rounds throughout her professional career, with her fights lasting an average of 8.5 rounds. Her sole defeat came via a majority decision, meaning she has never been knocked out in the ring.Most read in BoxingMost recent fightKatie’s most recent fight took place on November 25, 2023, at the 3Arena, Dublin, Ireland.In this highly anticipated rematch, Katie faced off against Chantelle Cameron for the undisputed super lightweight championship.Katie Taylor makes bet with Jake Paul that Mike Tyson will win Netflix boutAfter 10 blood-soaked two-minute rounds, the judges called it 95-95, 98-92 and 96-94 to the hometown heroine.This victory was particularly significant as it avenged her only professional loss, which had occurred earlier that year against the same opponent.But just six months after the Irish lightweight queen stepped up in weight and was convincingly beaten by the Northampton fighter, they returned to the same venue for a re-run.Katie was gritty and dirty at times — accidentally using her head to butt a gruesome gash into Cameron’s head — and spectacularly skilful at others as she dominated the bigger boxer.After the final bell Katie roared: “Two weigh undisputed sounds very nice — oh my God!”Katie Taylor celebrating her revenge victory over Chantelle Cameron in their rematchCredit: SportsfileKatie Taylor fight historyHere is Katie’s full pro record:Katie Taylor vs Karina Szmalenberg, Wembley Arena, London, 2016-11-26, Katie won via TKOKatie Taylor vs Viviane Obenauf, Manchester Arena, Manchester, 2016-12-10, Katie won via PTSKatie Taylor vs Monica Gentili, O2 Arena, London, 2017-03-04, Katie won via TKOKatie Taylor vs Milena Koleva, Manchester Arena, Manchester, 2017-03-25, Katie won via PTSKatie Taylor vs Nina Meinke, Wembley Stadium, London, 2017-04-29, Katie won via TKOKatie Taylor vs Jasmine Clarkson, Barclays Center, Brooklyn, 2017-07-29, Katie won via RTDKatie Taylor vs Anahi Esther Sanchez, Principality Stadium, Cardiff, 2017-10-28, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Jessica McCaskill, York Hall, London, 2017-12-13, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Victoria Noelia Bustos, Barclays Center, Brooklyn, 2018-04-28, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Kimberly Connor, O2 Arena, London, 2018-07-28, Katie won via TKOKatie Taylor vs Cindy Serrano, TD Garden, Boston, 2018-10-20, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Eva Wahlstrom, Madison Square Garden, New York, 2018-12-15, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Rose Volante, Liacouras Center, Philadelphia, 2019-03-15, Katie won via TKOKatie Taylor vs Delfine Persoon, Madison Square Garden, New York, 2019-06-01, Katie won via MDKatie Taylor vs Christina Linardatou, Manchester Arena, Manchester, 2019-11-02, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Delfine Persoon, Matchroom Fight Camp, Brentwood, 2020-08-22, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Miriam Gutierrez, SSE Arena, London, 2020-11-14, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Natasha Jonas, Manchester Arena, Manchester, 2021-05-01, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Jennifer Han, Headingley Stadium, Leeds, 2021-09-04, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Firuza Sharipova, Liverpool Arena, Liverpool, 2021-12-11, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano, Madison Square Garden, New York, 2022-04-30, Katie won via SDKatie Taylor vs Karen Elizabeth Carabajal, Wembley Arena, London, 2022-10-29, Katie won via UDKatie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron, 3Arena, Dublin, 2023-05-20, Katie lost via MDKatie Taylor vs Chantelle Cameron, 3Arena, Dublin, 2023-11-25, Katie won via MDKO = knockout, TKO = technical knockout, UD = unanimous decision, MD = majority decision, SD = split decision, DQ = disqualified, PTS = points decision, RTD = retired.Katie Taylor and Karina Szmalenberg posing following a press conference ahead of their fightCredit: Sportsfile – SubscriptionCareer highlightsThroughout her astonishing amateur career, Katie became a five-time world champion.She also won gold at London 2012 — the first time women’s boxing was included in an Olympic Games.On November 26, 2016, Katie made her professional debut against Karina Szmalenberg (née Kopinska) at Wembley Arena, London.The fight ended in a technical knockout victory for the Irish fighter in just 58 seconds of the first round.Katie showcased her Olympic pedigree, overwhelming her opponent with a flurry of punches that forced the referee to stop the contest.The quick victory highlighted her power and skill, immediately establishing her as a force to be reckoned with in the professional ranks.Katie Taylor outclassed Viviane Obenauf in six roundsCredit: PA: Press AssociationIn her second professional bout December 10, 2016, Katie faced Viviane Obenauf at the Manchester Arena.Katie won by points decision after six rounds, with the referee scoring the fight 60-53 in her favourShe controlled the pace and outclassed her Brazilian opponent, knocking Obenauf down in the second round.Following these early victories, Katie quickly rose through the ranks, winning her first world title in October 2017, when she claimed the WBA lightweight belt by dominating Anahi Sanchez.In April 2018, she added the IBF title to her collection, unifying the division with a powerful unanimous decision victory over Victoria Bustos.Katie Taylor arrived back to a heroes welcome at Dublin airport after becoming undisputedCredit: Sportsfile – SubscriptionKatie’s career reached new heights in 2019 when she defeated Delfine Persoon at Madison Square Garden to become the undisputed lightweight champion, holding all four major world titles (IBF, WBA, WBC, and WBO) simultaneously.This achievement made her only the eighth boxer in history — male or female — to hold all four major titles concurrently.In 2022, Katie defended her undisputed lightweight title in a historic fight against Amanda Serrano at Madison Square Garden.She won by split decision in what was hailed as the biggest fight in women’s boxing history.Despite suffering her first professional loss to Chantelle Cameron in May 2023, Katie bounced back six months later, exacting revenge in the rematch to become the undisputed super-lightweight champion. READ MORE SUN STORIESThis victory made her a two-weight undisputed champion, further solidifying her legacy as one of the greatest boxers of her generation.Throughout her glittering career, Katie has been credited with raising the profile of women’s boxing globally and inspiring a new generation of female boxers. More

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      ‘He must die,’ says Jake Paul in chilling message to Mike Tyson after slap made Netflix fight ‘personal’

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      JAKE PAUL has warned Mike Tyson “he must die” after their Netflix fight was made “personal” by a shocking on-stage slap.Fans are eagerly awaiting tonight’s boxing clash at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas after months of hype.Jake Paul has warned Mike Tyson ‘he must die’ in their boxing fight on FridayCredit: GettyPaul was left furious after he was slapped by his veteran opponentCredit: SportsfileThe scrap will be streamed around the world through Netflix.And boxing experts are eager to see whether Tyson, 58, can rediscover his old heavyweight champion form to silence young pup Paul, 27.The 31-year age gap between the pair has been one of the most talked-about factors leading up to the fight.But Tyson set a new tone for the contest when he clashed with Paul during their weigh-in.READ MORE IN BOXINGThe veteran delivered a powerful slap to the face of his social media star opponent.Footage later revealed Tyson appeared to be retaliating to Paul purposefully stepping on his foot.But that didn’t stop the YouTuber-turned-fighter from making a chilling promise.With his face still ringing from Tyson’s hand, Paul declared: “Mike Tyson, that was a cute slap buddy.Most read in BoxingFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“But tomorrow, you’re getting knocked the f**k out. I’m f*****g him up, I’m f*****g up.“He hits like a b***h. It’s personal now, it’s personal now. He must die.”Mike Tyson SLAPS Jake Paul before being pulled apart by security in chaotic weigh in before controversial Netflix fightCounting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: It now remains to be seen whether Paul can live up to his words after 11 professional fights.As for Tyson, the former “Baddest Man on the Planet” has not competed in a sanction pro fight for 19 years.And popular streamer KSI reckons the fight is heading in just one direction, tipping Paul to easily win due to his younger age.KSI said: “Jake Paul will knock out Mike Tyson. This will not be close at all.“Boxing is a young man’s game and Mike is 58 years old.“They’re sending a lamb to the slaughter and it’s disgusting.”JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUT More

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      Mike Tyson and Jake Paul facing suspension regardless of who wins blockbuster Netflix fight

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      MIKE TYSON and Jake Paul are both facing suspensions regardless of who wins their highly-anticipated fight.The pair will face off TONIGHT at the AT&T Stadium in Texas in what will be Tyson’s first professional fight since his defeat to Kevin McBride in 2005.Mike Tyson and Jake Paul could be suspended after their fight tonightCredit: GettyPaul has claimed that it was Tyson who pushed for the fight to be made professional and go on their records.However, as a result, the pair could be suspended after the clash, no matter who wins.This is because the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation will order them to rest up.Regardless of the result in the ring, both Tyson and Paul will have to rest for at least seven days.READ MORE ON BOXINGThe regulations mean that the fighters will also be told to rest for three days for each round fought.This means that they could both be suspended from fighting for a maximum for 24 days.The pair will be assessed after the fight and if one of them is defeated by a technical knockout then they could face 30 days away from the ring.Should the result end in a knockout, the beaten fighter will have to rest for at least 60 days.Most read in BoxingJake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tipsHowever, either Paul or Tyson could dispute and appeal the suspension.The regulations state: “Medical disqualification of a contestant is for their own safety and may be made at the recommendation of the examining physician or TDLR [Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation].‘He must die’ screams Jake Paul with in-the-ring promise after slap by Mike Tyson Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: “A contestant who disagrees with a medical disqualification, medical suspension or rest period set at the discretion of a ringside physician or a disqualification or suspension set by the department may request a hearing to show proof of fitness.”There has been no love lost between the two rivals in the build-up to the fight.During their final press conference and weigh-in , the pair squared up to each other, and Tyson slapped Paul in the face.The two had to be pulled apart by security and Paul has since claimed he will “kill” Tyson during the fight.Tyson looked in sensational shape as he hit the scales at 228.4lb (16st 3lb) while wearing a pair of Versace briefs.That was just before Paul came in at a career-heaviest 227.2lb (16st 2lb) nearly TWO STONE above his usual fighting weight.JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUT More

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      Who are the ring girls for Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul? Meet Lexi Williams, Virginia Sanhouse and Sydney Thomas

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      MIKE Tyson vs Jake Paul has split opinion in the boxing world, but promises to be an unmissable spectacle no matter where you stand.Here we get to know the glamorous ring girls taking to the stage on fight night — Lexi Williams, Virginia Sanhouse, Sydney Thomas, Delia Sylvain and Raphaela Milagres.MVP event models posterCredit: INSTAGRAM @mostvaluablepromotionsThe fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul on November 15, 2024, is generating significant buzz.Every aspect of the fighters’ lives and their preparation for the mega-fight have been explored in great detail, but what do we know about the ring girls?Lexi WilliamsLexi Williams goes by the insta handle @misslexiiiCredit: INSTAGRAM @_misslexiiiLexi Williams is a prominent figure in the worlds of modelling and social media.As of November 15, 2024, the 31-year-old influencer has amassed a substantial following of over 1.4million on Instagram under the handle @misslexiii.read more on tyson v paulJake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tipsShe is known for her work with various fashion brands including Fashion Nova.Lexi showcased her runway talents during the 2024 Miami Swim Week.Originally from Franklin, Tennessee, she now resides in Los Angeles, where she continues to build her career in modelling and fitness.Most read in BoxingVirginia SanhouseVirginia Sanhouse walking the runway during New York Swim Week on July 27, 2024Credit: GettyVirginia Sanhouse is also a model and influencer. At just 24 years old, she has already garnered a massive social media following.She has 5.5million followers on TikTok and 2million on Instagram.Unseen reason Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul at weigh-in ‘revealed by pal after YouTuber’s act angered boxing legend’ Originally from Venezuela, Virginia moved to the US in 2018 to pursue her modelling dreams.She has developed a brand centred on fitness and wellness through her platform, Sanhouse Fit, which aims to inspire others to achieve their health goals.Sydney ThomasSydney Thomas is ‘excited’ about her ring girl roleCredit: INSTAGRAM @iamsydneythomasThe youngest of the group, Sydney Thomas, is making waves as a rising star in both modelling and social media.At only 20 years old, she already has a following of 237k on Instagram and 640k on TikTok.Sydney is known for creating engaging content revolving around college, fitness and lifestyle.She has expressed her enthusiasm at taking on this prestigious role at one of the most anticipated boxing matches of the year.Sydney posted a video of her changing into her ring girl outfit on TikTok along with the caption: “Excited to be an official event model for Paul V Tyson — who you got?”Her enthusiasm was also evident during an open workout event in the build-up to the fight, where she engaged fans by giving away official merchandise related to the fight.Delia SylvainDelia Sylvain is a brand ambassador for Fashion NovaCredit: Instagram/deliasylvainDelia Sylvain is a 26-year-old Mexican fitness model and social media influencer.She has gained recognition for her engaging content on social media platforms.With over 77k followers on Instagram, she shares a variety of posts focusing on fashion, modelling and fitness.Some of Delia’s videos featuring Fashion Nova swimwear went viral, securing her a brand ambassador role with the retailer.She has previously worked as a ring girl for Showtime Boxing events.Raphaela MilagresRaphaela Milagres has been a ring girl for some of Jake Paul’s previous fightsCredit: https://www.instagram.com/raphamilagres/Brazilian model Raphaela Milagres is known for her impressive achievements in the bikini modelling circuit.The 30-year-old has made a name for herself by competing in International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB) events.She notably placed eighth at the Ms Olympia bikini competition in 2018.Residing in Los Angeles, Milagres has built a strong social media presence with 117k followers on Instagram, where she shares her modeling work and fitness journeyHer experience as a ring girl includes appearances at several MVP events, including Jake Paul vs André August in December 2024, as well as Jake Paul vs Ryan Bourland in March 2024.Big fightMike Tyson vs Jake Paul is expected to draw an audience of hundreds of millions of viewers globally, with Netflix broadcasting the bout live. READ MORE SUN STORIESThis high-profile event features all-time great Iron Mike at age 58, taking on The Problem Child — social media sensation, relative newcomer to the ring and 31 years his junior.Although pugilism purists have called the fight into question and labelled it “a freak show”, it’s set to be an unmissable spectacle. More

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      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson lifestyles compared: Inside the stunning homes of both boxers with £1.6m worth of luxury cars

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      ONE is arguably the most ferocious boxer to have ever laced up a pair of gloves and is considered by many to be among the scariest human beings to have ever lived.The other is a former Disney star who has terrorised the social media scene for the last 11 years and is the self-appointed “disrupter of boxing”.Mike Tyson makes his professional ring return against Jake Paul early on Saturday nightCredit: REXJake Paul lives a life of luxury and boasts some incredible motors thanks to the fortune he’s earned from social mediaCredit: INSTAGRAM@JAKEPAULTyson was the most feared man in boxing in the early ’90s and incredibly blew through a £300million fortuneCredit: GettyBut he’s become a multi-millionaire again thanks to his cannabis companyCredit: INSTAGRAM@TYSONRANCHPaul has also earned a fair few bob inside the ringCredit: GETTYNo one, however, in their wildest dreams would have ever thought the two bad boys would ever share the ring.But the squared circle is exactly where Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will find themselves in the early hours of Saturday morning.The pair, 58 and 27 respectively, will trade heavy leather in arguably the most controversial fight since the turn of the century.Controversy, however, isn’t new to either man as it’s followed them around for most of their lives.READ MORE ON PAUL VS TYSONAnd contrary to what you might think, the pair have a lot in common due to their incredibly lavish lifestyles.A multi-million-pound cannabis empire currently finances Tyson’s lush lifestyle, one no one could have ever anticipated him having after he blew through an incredible £300million fortune.YouTube and his brief stint as a professional boxer have seen Paul rake in millions of pounds, some of which he’s used to buy a stunning £13million mansion in Puerto Rico.HomesTyson, throughout the years, has called many places home – including Ohio, Maryland, Nevada, Connecticut and his native New York.Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTThe fan favourite currently resides in a six-bedroom property in Henderson, on the outskirts of Las Vegas, which he paid £2.5million for.The 8,149 square-foot space, which is situated in a gated community, has six bathrooms.’Can you imagine Jake Paul’s face,’ says Mike Tyson trainer as he breaks boxing pad with brutal power in training video It’s a far cry from the mammoth 52-room abode he had in the 2000s in Farmington, which he was forced to sell to rapper 50 Cent after going broke.Tyson famously had three fully-grown Bengal tigers in his now abandoned £1.1m Ohio house.Mike Tyson currently lives in a mansion in Las Vegas he paid £2.5m forCredit: Luxury Homes of Las VegasPreviously, he had a home in Connecticut that boasted its own games roomCredit: Douglas Elliman Real EstateFamously, Tyson kickstarted the trend for boxers to own exotic petsPaul’s stunning £13million Puerto Rico mansion boasts a games room, recording studio and poolCredit: Youtube – Jake PaulPaul revealed he moved out of LA and escaped to the Caribbean island to focus on his boxing trainingCredit: Youtube – Jake PaulThe huge property has eight bedrooms and eight bathroomsCredit: Youtube – Jake PaulJust as he does with boxing experience, Paul has plenty of catching up to do in the housing department.He’s not doing too bad for himself, though, residing in a stunning two-storey home with eight bedrooms, eight bathrooms, a fitness room, a luxury swimming pool, a games room and an elevator.CarsOne of the main reasons why Tyson’s millions vanished into thin air was his love of pricey motors.Rolls-Royces, Ferraris and McLlarens were Tyson’s cars of choice before a £15million debt to the tax man forced him to hastily sell them.Tyson is understood to currently own a Mercedes-Benz G Class worth £136,000 and a £300,000 Rolls-Royce CullinanTyson squandered some of his £300m fortune on amazing carsTyson has a stunning £136,000 Mercedes-Benz G Class in his garagePaul has a fleet of astonishing cars including a Lamborghini Huracan worth £165kCredit: InstagramMost recently, Paul added a £600k Ferrari to his vast collectionCredit: YouTube / DAZN Boxing.Paul has an estimated net worth of £60mPaul’s current fleet of cars isn’t too shabby, with the former actor currently owning a 1958 Ford Fairlaine worth £70,000, a £165,000 Lamborghini Huracan, a £360,000 Rolls Royce Phantom and a £600,000 Ferrari SF90 Spider.He would have two Ferraris to his name had he not wrecked his £330,000 296 GTB while performing doughnuts.Love livesTyson is happily married to his third wife, Lakiha Spicer, whom he was introduced to when she was 18 years old.They remained friends until the early noughties, when they began dating.And they tied the knot in 2009, two weeks after the tragic and heartbreaking death of Tyson’s daughter, Exodus.Tyson’s dramatic physical and mental transformation in recent years has been in large part down to his devoted and loving wife, who he affectionately calls “Kiki”.Tyson with Lakiha SpicerCredit: GettyJutta Leerdam is the current girlfriend of PaulCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamPaul is believed to be smitten with Dutch beauty JuttaCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamJutta helped Paul overcome the disappointment of his first loss to Tommy FuryCredit: InstagramJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTPaul hasn’t been a stranger to having a beautiful woman by his side over the years.But he’s seemingly found “the one”, after years of failed romances with actresses and models.The YouTuber is currently dating Dutch speed skater Jutta Leerdam, who played a pivotal role in helping him get over his crushing defeat to Tommy Fury.”I have a new girlfriend which is pretty cool,” Paul revealed in one of his thousands of YouTube videos. “It’s been so refreshing.”She’s a world champion and I’ve just been so amazed by her and her work ethic and how much of an angel she is.”She’s one of the most pure-hearted human beings that I have met in my life.”[She’s] so genuine and she has just changed my perspective and helped me coming out of this loss when I was in a dark place.”She really was there talking about her losses and was able to relate to those things and what I was going through.”So she’s been such a blessing; Jutta if you’re watching this, you’re amazing.””So she’s been such a blessing; Jutta if you’re watching this hi, you’re amazing.”Net worthsAlthough he’s earned a pretty penny in the ring and on social media, Paul’s net worth – which is said to be around £60million – still pales in comparison to a prime Tyson’s.Tyson has incredibly picked himself off the bankruptcy canvas over the last decade to amass a net worth of £7.8million.His ‘Hotboxin” podcast has played a big role in his financial resurgence, but not as much as his cannabis empire.In recent years, Tyson has reinvented himself as an advocate of cannabisCredit: TYSON RANCHTyson sells weed through his brand Tyson 2.0Credit: TYSON RANCHThe youngest-ever heavyweight champion has been flogging weed and other marijuana-laced products since 2016.His Tyson 2.0 weed brand earns him a whopping £500,000 each month.Marijuana hasn’t just changed Tyson’s life financially, it’s changed him spiritually.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe self-confessed former cocaine addict claims the drug – which he sometimes smokes £40,000 worth of each month – has made him a calmer person.Puffing on Mary Jane is now a daily occurrence for Tyson, who recently admitted he could have a few draws before he makes his first professional walk to the ring in 19 years.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: More

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      I’m the last person to beat Mike Tyson – but then I became a tree surgeon and now I lay pavements

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      KEVIN McBride has warned Jake Paul that he will think the “whole of America has hit him” when he gets punched by Mike Tyson.YouTuber Paul, 27, faces off against against ‘Iron Mike’ on Friday night in a bout live on streaming giant Netflix.Kevin McBride went toe-to-toe with Mike Tyson in 2005Tyson was floored by the Irishman who scored a shock victoryFollow all the action from Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson with SunSport’s LIVE BLOGMcBride, 51, was the last person to face Tyson in a pro fight Back in 2005.The ex-Irish boxer defeated the ‘baddest man on the planet’ by wearing him down until he sunk to the canvas.He later became a tree surgeon, and now paves pavements in the US.Read more Mike Tyson newsSpeaking to SunSport from his Boston home, McBride said: “Even though Tyson’s 58, he’s still very dangerous and looks like he still has that power.”Fair dues to Jake Paul for getting in the ring with him. I don’t think Jake realises it is a different level.When I was a kid growing up I idolised Tyson. So, to fight him was a surreal moment.””When he gets hit by Tyson on the chin, he’s going to think the whole of America has hit him.”19 years ago, many expected journeyman McBride to be quickly dispatched.Most read in BoxingThe former Olympian had already lost four times before he took on Tyson.It was a fight that, despite its dangers, McBride couldn’t turn down.”Getting in the ring with Mike Tyson was like a dream come true for me,” he said.Mike Tyson tells Jake Paul ‘I’ll feed it to my falcon’ after being presented with bizarre gift in pre-fight face-off “When I was a kid growing up I idolised Tyson. So, to fight him was a surreal moment. It was a Cinderella story – like James J. Braddock – to fight Mike Tyson.”I boxed in the Olympics for Ireland in 1992. I didn’t win, but I was in the biggest Games in the world.”I turned professional after the Olympics and I said to my father, ‘I’d love to fight Mike Tyson one day.’ He said, ‘You never know, it might happen.'”My father passed away before it happened, but years later he was right and I’m in the ring with the most feared man in the world.”Dreams happen and that was my fairytale. It’s a great claim to fame to say I’ve beaten the most feared man in the world.”Once he’s in the ring, he’s an animal. He wants you out of there, no matter what.”I just wanted to feel Mike Tyson’s power. That was 19 years ago, and I still feel his power today.”He’d hit you on one side of the body and you would feel something move on the other side.”Their fight would have happened sooner, but for Frank Maloney’s intervention that McBride might have been “killed” in the ring.”I was just a journeyman and I just loved boxing,” McBride continued.”I was offered to fight Tyson a few times before. Once with Frank Maloney, but Peter McNeeley fought him instead. I think Frank didn’t want to get me killed!Tyson resorted to dirty tactics, including trying to break McBride’s armIron Mike even bit McBride’s nipple and headbutted him”I’d have fought him, though. You have no fear when you’re a fighter, it’s in your blood.”McBride recalled what it was like to share the ring with “Animal” Tyson who would revert to dirty tactics during the fight.He said: “Once he’s in the ring, he’s an animal. He wants you out of there, no matter what.”I remember he hit me so hard in the 6th round I thought there was Leprecauns playing drums in my head, and I said to him ‘Is that all you’ve got?’ I was hoping that’s all he had got!”He also tried to break my arm during the fight, and bite my nipple off.”I felt a bid sad I’d beaten him, because he was such a legend and idol for me.””I remember the excruciating pain of that as I pulled my chest away. I’m just glad he had a mouthpiece in, otherwise he would have bitten my nipple off, as well as Evan Holyfield’s ear!”In the post-fight press conference, Tyson revealed he was retiring – insisting the hunger had gone.However, McBride disputed that and insisted he beat him fair and square.”After I fought him he said the hunger had gone. But he was trying to kill me in the ring,” McBride divulged.”He was in there to do damage. I physically beat him, I caught him with some great uppercuts, and I could feel the energy sapping from him.In the press conference after the fight, Tyson revealed his hunger for boxing had goneBut McBride disputes that – saying Tyson was like an animal in the ringread more sport features”I leaned on him and he fell. When he was sitting on the ground, I was thinking of picking him up but I thought I’d let him sit down for a while longer because he’s dangerous – he’d probably bite you on the way up!”I never won a world title in my career. But it was my world title beating Mike Tyson.”Surprisingly, McBride had mixed emotions about beating his hero Tyson.He then got an opportunity to meet another idol.He said: “I felt a bid sad I’d beaten him, because he was such a legend and idol for me. But I was also very happy.”I remember at the press conference afterwards someone told me Muhammad Ali, who was there, was leaving and he wanted to say goodbye to me.”So I jumped up from my chair and went over to him and gave him a big hug and kiss, and I said to him ‘This is the greatest night of my life, as far as boxing is concerned, I beat a legend and met the greatest of all time.'”I swear to God, Ali threw a few punches at me and said, ‘I’m the greatest, you’re the latest!'”For his efforts, McBride was paid $150,000 dollars for the fight.Amusingly, he confessed he cashed the cheque before he stepped into the ring.Journeyman McBride was paid $150,000 for his fight against Tyson at the MCI Center in Washington DCBefore gaining fame with his shock win against Tyson, McBride fought in the OlympicsHe laughed: “I remember the day before getting a cashier’s check paid because I didn’t trust them!”I didn’t believe they were going to pay me, so I went to the bank that day to make sure the money went into my account.”So I knew I got paid before I went in the ring. But I would’ve fought Mike Tyson for nothing.”Today, McBride’s life is very different. He occasionally goes to the gym and boxes.I had a dream – to go to the Olympics, fight professionally, then to fight my idol, Mike Tyson.”I am happy I got to do just that.”But after working as a tree surgeon, he’s now enjoying hard labour as a paver.”I have kids and a lovely wife,” he said.”I still go to the gym and do a little bit boxing.”But life goes on. I’m paving now, which is not easy – it’s manual work and I’ve lost about 15 pounds doing it.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: Today, McBride, 51, works for a paving companyMcBride has warned Jake Paul of Tyson’s supreme punching power”Every morning I’ll get a cup of coffee and a couple of donuts… I’m living life now, everybody has to live life.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I had a dream – to go to the Olympics, fight professionally, then to fight my idol, Mike Tyson.”I am happy I got to do just that.” More

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      How much will Mike Tyson and Jake Paul weigh for Netflix boxing fight?

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      MIKE TYSON and Jake Paul will finally meet in the ring TONIGHT to settle their beef on Netflix.The pair are set to meet at the home of the Dallas Cowboys, with the fight being live streamed on Netflix to tens of millions of people around the world.Mike Tyson on the scales ahead of the fightJake Paul is fighting for the first time as a heavyweightDue to the 31-year age gap between the Problem Child and Iron Mike, there are a number of rules in place that differ from the usual boxing fare – as well as a huge pot of cash.That includes softer gloves and shorter rounds.The bout is also set to take place at heavyweight, which had many fans wondering how big Jake Paul will come in.The former Disney star and YouTuber has never fought at heavyweight before, while Tyson spent the whole of his glittering and controversial career in the sport’s biggest division.Paul vs TysonBoth men have been training hard in recent months and the weigh-in was explosive with Mike Tyson SLAPPING Jake Paul after it was revealed Paul stepped on Iron Mike’s toe.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tipsHow much will Jake Paul and Mike Tyson weigh for their fight?Mike Tyson fought at heavyweight for the entirety of his career and will have no problem getting to the right size.He spent the latter years of his career at around 233lbs but in his 2020 fight against Roy Jones Jr he weighed 220lbs.This will be Jake Paul’s first fight at heavyweight having fought the at light-heavyweight and cruiserweight during his career so far.Most read in BoxingHe weighed 185lbs for his fights with Tommy Fury and Nate Diaz but has been at just under 200lbs for his last three.Paul bulked up to 230lbs during the summer when he was first scheduled to fight Tyson, but dropped back to 200lbs when he then fought Michael Perry instead.Many expected Tyson to be the heavier fighter for the clash but it was actually Jake Paul who tipped the scales further.Paul came in at 228.4lbs (103.6kg), while Tyson weighed 227.2lbs (103kg).Paul’s strength & conditioning coach Larry Wade revealed exclusively to SunSport how Jake Paul packed on the weight with a 4,000-calorie daily diet.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: What time is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson takes place TONIGHT – November 15 (US), November 16 (UK)Ring walks are expected to start at around 4am UK / 11pm ETThe fight will be streamed live on NetflixIt will take place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUT More

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      KSI gives bold Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson prediction as he blasts ‘disgusting’ fight ‘will not be close at all’

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      YOUTUBE superstar KSI has delivered a bold prediction over Jake Paul’s fight with Mike Tyson while also blasting the bout as “disgusting.”Paul, 27, and Tyson, 58, will finally meet in the ring on Friday night in Texas, with the battle being streamed live around the world on Netflix.KSI has made a huge prediction over Mike Tyson’s fight with Jake PaulCredit: GettyKSI has labelled the fight ‘disgusting’, prompting fans to reactCredit: GettyThere is a 31-year age gap between the pair, who clashed at their weigh-in yesterday with a slapping showdown.And some feel that will work in Paul’s favour after he proved his worth as a fighter in 11 prior bouts.However, Tyson was once the heavyweight champion of the world and even earned a nickname as “The Baddest Man on the Planet.”If the veteran can summon some of his old skills, other fans reckon he will get the better of social media star-turned-boxer Paul.READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd now, popular stream KSI has added his two cents to the conversation.He boxed and won a fight in 2019 against Jake’s older brother Logan, who he now runs drinks company Prime with.KSI has also competed against the likes of Joe Fournier and Tommy Fury.And he predicts an easy win for Paul due to his age.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSKSI reckons Tyson is being set up for a brutal defeat in front of 65,000 fans at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington.And he branded the entire fight “disgusting” in a show of contempt for the spectacle.Unseen reason Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul at weigh-in ‘revealed by pal after YouTuber’s act angered boxing legend’ Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: KSI tweeted: “Jake Paul will knock out Mike Tyson. This will not be close at all.“Boxing is a young man’s game and Mike is 58 years old.“They’re sending a lamb to the slaughter and it’s disgusting.”Fans appeared to disagree with KSI in the comments though.One said: “Get a grip bro, this is a two-minute fight for Mike Tyson.”Another declared: “Jake is a boy, Mike is a killer. The lamb is the boy wearing diamonds.”READ MORE SUN STORIESOne noted: “Tyson isn’t just some old guy, he’s a legend with decades of skill, experience and instinct that don’t fade with age.”Another added: “Tyson is still formidable, he hasn’t lost all his power or speed.”JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUT More