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    Inside Jake Paul’s THREE STONE heavyweight body transformation from eating 4,000 calories to training three times a day

    JAKE PAUL has been on a diet of 4,000 calories and three training sessions a day to get himself up to heavyweight.The YouTuber-turned-boxer faces the legendary Mike Tyson on Friday in Texas in a clash that has come under criticism amid the age gap. Jake Paul showed off his heavyweight frameCredit: SportsfileHe hit the scales at 227.2lb (16st 2lb)Credit: SportsfileJake Paul as fought as low as 185lbCredit: GettyHe has put on over three stone from his lowest weight till nowCredit: @jakepaulNot only does it mark Netflix’s first move into streaming live boxing but also Paul’s first fight at heavyweight. Helping him pile on the pounds outside of the kitchen has been esteemed strength and conditioning coach Larry Wade. And Wade told SunSport: “I wish I could sit here and say I did it by myself. I didn’t. “Jake has nutritionist and he has other guys here that help us as well.READ MORE IN BOXING”And so we put our hands together and came up with a nutritional plan along with a strength conditioning plan, along with a boxing plan of what it would take – not only to get the weight – but to also be able to carry the power up and distribute it through the weight.”And I think all those guys did a really good job of doing that.”Paul has enjoyed a diet of pizza, pasta and steaks in camp to fight Tyson – fuelling his exhausting training schedule. Wade said on the calorie count: “It can’t be any less than 3,500 and 4,000 because it’s a lot of work.Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I mean, he has two or three sessions a day from lifting to boxing and then to running to riding bikes. “He has a long day ahead of him. So he had to get that many in.”Meet Jake Paul’s secret weapon in training to fight Mike Tyson with sparring so good he is paying DOUBLE Wade joined Paul’s camp following his first and so far only loss, to Tommy Fury, 25, in February 2023 which was set at 185lb (13st 2lb). He stayed at the weight to beat ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 39, scoring a knockdown but going the ten round distance. Paul’s three victories since have been at the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lb and all finishing inside the distance. Now he is up at heavyweight weighing 227.2lb (16st 2lb) – THREE STONE heavier than when Wade first started working with Paul.And the American fitness guru warned Paul will never fight any lower than cruiserweight again.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: He said: “Absolutely not, no reason to. At 185, he’s still strong, but he has so much more power at 200.”And you can see that when he fought Nate Diaz at 185 he put Nate Diaz down but he didn’t put them out of here.”After that point he went back to 200, he knocked everybody else’s out.”Paul does plan to drop back down to cruiserweight – but Wade reckons he does have the makings of a heavyweight. He said: “If he wanted to, he could. It’s just a matter of what’s best for him. It it much harder to go to heavyweight? Absolutely it is. READ MORE SUN STORIES”But he’s 27, when you’re 32 it might be easier to go to heavyweight and it not be a problem to hold the weight. “Right now, we’re having to work a little bit to make it stick.” Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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    Jake Paul weighs career-HEAVIEST for Mike Tyson fight as boxing legend, 58, shows off shredded physique in Versace pants

    JAKE PAUL hit a career-HEAVIEST weight for his fight against the still shredded heavyweight icon Mike Tyson. Tyson returns to the ring for a controversial comeback bout against YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul in Texas. Jake Paul was a career-heaviest 227.2lbCredit: ReutersTyson hit the scales at 228.4lbCredit: AFPAnd 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 a career-biggest 227.2lb (16st 2lb) nearly TWO STONE above his usual 14st 14lb cruiserweight frame. The two squared off for the final time but Tyson landed a SLAP on Paul – before the prankster-gone-prizefighter could get close. It sparked a near-brawl on the stage as the two camps and security intervened to pull the hyped-up pair apart.READ MORE IN BOXINGPaul, 27, walked off with an unconvincing roar while Tyson, 58, was calmed down by his entourage before sending out one final warning. He said: “The talking’s over.” The last time Tyson was in a ring was in 2020 for an exhibition bout with Roy Jones Jr, which proved to be nothing more than a glorified spar. His career officially came to a depressing close in 2005 when he quit on his stool and threw the towel in on his boxing career. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut he is back to face Paul – over 30 years younger – in what will be Netflix’s first move into live boxing. The fight is scheduled for eight rounds of two-minutes – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves opposed to 10oz. But the gloves were off on Thursday’s weigh in only 24 hours from fight night – as Paul laughed off Iron Mike’s power. He told broadcaster Ariel Helwani: “I didn’t even feel it. He’s angry, he’s an angry little elf.”Mike Tyson, I thought that was a cute slap buddy but tomorrow you’re getting knocked the f*** out.”I’m f***ing him up, Ariel. I’m f***ing him up. He hits like a b***h! It’s personal now, it’s personal now. He must die.” Tyson slapped Jake Paul at their weigh inCredit: SportsfileThe pair were quick to be separatedCredit: APThey had to be pulled apartCredit: GettyJake Paul laughed it offCredit: AP More

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    Mike Tyson ‘in kill mode’ as boxing icon frustrates Jake Paul with frosty one-word answers ahead of Netflix mega-fight

    MIKE TYSON frustrated even Jake Paul with his frosty one-word press conference answers – but it’s part of his plan.The heavyweight icon and YouTuber-turned-boxer looked to trade verbal blows just two days before their controversial clash in Texas.Mike Tyson looks on at a press conference with Jake PaulCredit: GettyJake Paul lashed out at his legendary opponentCredit: SportsfileBut 58-year-old Tyson – who has a catalogue of memorable press conference moments – appeared disinterested on stage.Asked if he has rediscovered his frightening, savage and brilliant best, he shrugged: “I guess I’m back. I’m just happy to be here.”Tyson then added: “I’m just ready to fight, I’ve said everything I have to say. There’s nothing else to say, I’m just looking forward to fighting.”Paul has over 50 MILLION social media followers across his platforms and acts as brash and outspoken online as he does in front of the camera.READ MORE IN boxing But he clearly mistook Tyson for running his own social media pages, which have been full of threats heading into their Netflix fight.Because when Iron Mike got in front of Paul he had little to say, much to the confusion of his opponent of 31-years difference.Paul moaned: “Man, there’s a lot of s*** talk online saying you’re going to kill me but nothing in person. “I don’t know. It’s pretty boring, pretty f***ing boring.”Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTyson is back for his first professionally-sanctioned bout since 2005 despite returning in a 2020 exhibition with Roy Jones Jr. The fight with Paul is to be contested over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves on instead of 10oz. Katie Taylor makes bet with Jake Paul that Mike Tyson will win Netflix boutTyson did at last let out a quick glimpse of his volatile prime when probed on the consequence of what he deems an impossible loss to Paul.He snapped: “I’m not gonna lose. I am not going to lose. Did you hear what I said?”Tyson then faced off with Paul with little emotion or care, unbothered about causing a stir with pre-fight theatrics.SunSport ran into a member of Tyson’s camp and asked whether his nonchalant behaviour was a ploy or genuine.”Mike’s in kill mode.” They sharply responded. Tyson and Jake Paul face offCredit: Getty More

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    Mike Tyson knocking TEETH out in sparring for Jake Paul fight as training partner sends out brutal warning

    JAKE PAUL has been brutally warned that Mike Tyson is knocking out TEETH in sparring for their fight. The heavyweight legend makes his return after TWO DECADES out the ring to face YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on Friday in Texas.Mike Russell in sparring with Mike TysonHe did take on fellow great Roy Jones Jr in a 2020 exhibition bout – and 6-1 cruiserweight Mike Russell was in Tyson’s camp. But almost half a decade on and Russell warned Iron Mike has shaken off even more rust. He told SunSport:  “I mean, he was already looking tremendous four years ago and now he’s peaked higher than a peak. “Mike is ready to go and Mike is gonna go out there and he’s going to win spectacular.” READ MORE IN BOXINGRussell, 31, has only ever got two black eyes from boxing, one when he was a teenager and the other from Tyson, 58. But he revealed there has been far more damage caused than just a shiner. Russell said: “We have a young buck that’s coming up right now, he did knock his tooth out but it wasn’t me! “But yeah, Mike did knock someone’s tooth out in camp. He’s doing great, man. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”He’s gonna come out and he’s gonna win and what he gonna win by knockout. I’m telling you right now.”Tyson returns for the first time as a professional since 2005 when he quit on his stool and threw the towel in on his career.Mike Tyson lashes out at reporter in Jake Paul press conference And he does so over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves on instead of 10oz. But Russell insisted the rules change matters little as he doubts 10-1 Paul makes it into the third. He said: “I think he’s gonna finish the job within the first two rounds.”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: Jake Paul ahead of his fight with TysonCredit: AFP More

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    Meet Jake Paul’s secret weapon in training to fight Mike Tyson with sparring so good he is paying DOUBLE

    JAKE PAUL has found himself a secret sparring weapon so valuable he is paying DOUBLE the rate. The YouTuber-turned-boxer brings heavyweight great Tyson back to the ring after TWO DECADES away for a controversial clash on Friday in Texas.Jake Paul with sparring partner Dacarree ScottAnd to prepare for the former Baddest Man on The Planet, Paul recruited the services of 19st 7lb Dacarree Scott. Nicknamed Mac Truck, he stands the same 5ft 10in frame as Tyson and has been tasked with mimicking the famously ferocious Iron Mike. And he did such a convincing job that Paul doubled his day rate. Scott, 26, told SunSport: “One day we sparred and just he came to me and it was like, ‘Yo, I’m gonna pay you double.’ READ MORE IN BOXING”And I just was like, ‘Yo, appreciate it.’ It was unexpected. I’m just doing my job and for him to say that, it was perfect just helping him win. “So now it just made me get more confidence that he’s gonna win because I really push him. Tyson’s not going to fight him how I fought him.” Scott watched back vintage Tyson in a bid to replicate his brilliant best for sparring with Paul. He said: “I had to work on just watching film. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But I was watching young Tyson fighting back in the day. I suppose I was just trying to give him that look.”Tyson is 58 years old, he’s not moving like that. Like people say, I’m a bigger guy but I move fast. “Don’t let the size fool you. I give him that look and Jake just like, ‘It was perfect look.'” Paul, 27, was due to fight Tyson, 58, in July but the boxing icon was forced to pull out after suffering an ulcer flare-up during a flight. He instead knocked out replacement opponent Mike Perry, 33, with Scott remaining part of the camp. And after spending almost a year training alongside Paul, he has watched sparring partners come and go after being kicked to the curb. Scott revealed: “Power-wise, he got power, he got crack, he trains hard. “We go to track. He works out two or three times a day like a real fighter. It shocked me at times because you hear everybody, you hear it. “And then when I first came here, you see him split somebody’s eye. Boom, drops him. Boom, drops him.”And the coaches be like, ‘Get up out of here.’ And then, ‘Mac, get in there.’ And I’m getting in there and Jake’s trying to drop me! READ MORE SUN STORIES”He wants to make a highlight real. I’m just giving him a look. I did my part so he can go out there and shine.” Tyson returns for his first professionally-sanctioned fight since 2005, this time over eight two-minute rounds and in bigger 14oz gloves. Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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    Mike Tyson lined up for Last Dance-style Netflix doc after Jake Paul fight with legend involved in multiple TV projects

    MIKE TYSON is ready to bash Jake Paul – and then become a TV smash-hit.Iron Mike, 58, aims to roll back the years this Friday when he takes on the YouTuber-turned-fighter in Texas.Mike Tyson is gearing up to face Youtuber Jake Paul this FridayCredit: ReutersThe former world champ has already got his eyes set on expanding his TV and film careerCredit: GettyThe wrecking ball, once dubbed the baddest man on the planet, couldn’t resist another battle in the ring – a whopping 19 years from his last proper fight against journeyman Kevin McBride.A tasty pay packet edging close to £30 million helped with the decision-making, although Andrew Ruf, Tyson’s manager for the last four years, isn’t ruling out further bouts.”I thought it would be one and done,” Ruf told SunSport about possibly more fights. “But I’ve learned not to put limitations on Mike Tyson. He has very little to prove, but he wants to keep competing at a high level.”READ MORE BOXING NEWSHowever, if this is the last time Tyson dons the gloves, the former world heavyweight champ will still produce the goods.Ruf revealed to SunSport several exciting TV and film projects the legendary boxer is involved in, some of which will be released “within the next year.”The Los Angeles-based entertainment veteran says Tyson is working on a Last Dance-style documentary for Netflix that will chronicle his incredible career, including all the turbulent ups and downs and current training footage.He’s also working on a “Boardwalk Empire kind of show” set in the 1920s, with the fight legend, obsessed with boxing’s rich history, helping shape the storyline.Most read in BoxingTyson is working on a Michael Jordan Last Dance-style documentary on NetflixCredit: NetflixJake Paul has won 10 of his 11 fightsCredit: GettyTyson took a chunk out of Evander Holyfield’s ear in 1997Credit: AFPFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSRuf says Tyson blew away the producers with the depth of his knowledge, which went from boxing to politics while incorporating the crime families involved.”I had him on with the two very talented showrunners nominated for an Academy Award, and they were pitching him the show,” he revealed.Mike Tyson knocking TEETH out in sparring for Jake Paul fight as training partner sends out brutal warning”It was like watching a master class light up when Mike started talking about the history, characters, and politics.”Tyson’s legendary mentor, Cuss D’Amato, found him as a raw 13-year-old before turning him into one of the most feared—and youngest—heavyweight champs in history. D’Amato sowed the seed of discovery that morphed into his “encyclopedic” knowledge.”Mike ended up giving all of us the lecture on what New York was like at the turn of the century,” Ruff added.There are also ongoing plans for another documentary centered on Brownsville, Brooklyn, where he grew up in his hometown, and a potential live show centred around the 2013 autobiography Undisputed Truth.Tyson may have blown a reported £300 million since his glorious, power-packed heyday – with drug addictions and prison terms threatening to dilute his sporting legacy –  but his recovery has been equally startling.With business manager Adam Wilkes pulling the strings of their Tyson 2.0 company, he has enjoyed massive success with a cannabis company and invested in vegetarian, fast food company Mr. Charlie. A now legendary cameo in the 2009 classic The Hangover set the stall out for this latest foray into TV and film.”I’ve been honoured to be a part of seeing Mike’s resurgence, redefinition, and what he’s been able to do on the business venture side,” admitted Ruf.Tyson may want to shove Paul’s bravado back down his throat, but his opponent’s ability to create a multi-million dollar business empire from scratch while raking in the dollars by showing the bravery to step into the ring has to be respected.Mike Tyson appeared in The Hangover which won a Golden Globe in 2010Credit: GettyJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTRuf agrees and admits: “I’m incredibly impressed with Jake’s self-promotion and impact on the sport. “Part of Mike’s appeal for this fight is how his presence spans five generations, from my 86-year-old father to my 11-year-old son. “Jake brings younger audiences, which opens up new business and sports opportunities.”Netflix has only just started to explore sports coverage—they screened a tennis match between Rafa Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz earlier this year and enjoyed huge success with their F1 Drive to Survive series.Ruf, however, predicts that following their work on a “perfect storm” of a clash between Tyson and the 27-year-old Paul, there will be a distinct “blurring of the lines between sporting events and streaming.””They’re ahead of the curve,” he said.He was known as the ‘baddest man on the planet’ after becoming the youngest heavyweight world champ aged 20Credit: Getty”We negotiated with Netflix, which has been a great partner on other projects we’ve worked on, like Stranger Things and Outer Banks,” Ruf added. “We could have chosen pay-per-view, but this Netflix deal will likely set records. The only event it might rival is the Super Bowl.”Tyson may be approaching 60, yet the fascination remains.The AT&T Stadium in Arlington, the stunning home of the Dallas Cowboys, will be jam-packed while millions around the globe tune in to see if Paul’s punching power really matches the size of his mouth.Whatever happens, according to Ruf, Iron Mike’s status as a sporting great – whether you like him or not – will never be in doubt.”Mike Tyson is in a category of one as a performer, as an athlete,” he said. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think what’s incredible about him is not just his star power or the fact that he’s 58 years old and looks invincible.”His story – the rise of Mike Tyson, the fall of Mike Tyson, and his persistence as a human being- define him. That’s why people are so drawn to him.”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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    When I met Mike Tyson his hands looked like BRICKS… I don’t see how he can lose to Jake Paul 

    THE SHEER size of Mike Tyson’s hands left YouTube boxing star Slim Albaher convinced the heavyweight legend will beat Jake Paul. Tyson makes a controversial comeback on Friday to face social media sensation-turned-fighter Paul in Texas. YouTube boxer Slim Albaher with Mike TysonCredit: @SlimmySlim94Jake Paul with SlimCredit: @SlimmySlim94And despite almost 20 YEARS out of the boxing ring, Iron Mike is adamant he will be too experienced for Paul. Albaher – a 7-0 boxer himself from the influencer scene – is celebrity friends with Paul but hails from Brooklyn like Tyson. And when he finally got the chance to meet his hero last year – before Paul’s fight with Tommy Fury – he was stunned by the size of his fists.Albaher told SunSport: “I was fangirling and I was like, ‘Oh Mike, uncle Mike, I just went and shook his hand.READ MORE TYSON VS PAUL“His hand is like bricks. Like he has a giant fist man. Honestly, he’s just so chill. Everybody was chasing Mike Tyson, he’s a megastar.“I didn’t get to really speak to him, but I was so happy I got that picture. I got that one picture and I had a cheesy smile on my face.“It was so cool to meet him honestly because he’s an OG man. Everybody loves Mike. “I feel like Mike is probably one of the most known names in the world. Most read in SportJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”There’s Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson, like the most known figures in the world. He’s an icon from my city, Brooklyn.”Tyson’s last professional fight came in 2005 when he quit on his stool and threw the towel in on his boxing career. ‘Can you imagine Jake Paul’s face,’ says Mike Tyson trainer as he breaks boxing pad with brutal power in training video He did return in 2020 for an exhibition with fellow icon Roy Jones Jr – drawn over eight rounds. But against Paul records are on the line with the bout to be officially sanctioned over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three. And Albaher is backing Tyson to roll back the clock against Paul – but warned he must get the job done early. He said:  “I respect Jake Paul, I love Mike Tyson, but I just can’t see Mike Tyson losing. Honestly, I can’t. I don’t know why, man.“Like, we saw him fight a few years ago and he looked very explosive, very fast against Roy Jones and he was going very easy.JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUT“I feel like the first couple of rounds, it’s gonna be very scary for Jake Paul. “But if it gets past the first couple of rounds, Jake Paul, I think Jake Paul will have it.” Albaher, 30, himself is on the verge of a big fight against online rival AnEsonGib, 28, with the pair headlining a Misfits Boxing card in Qatar. He said: “Gib’s been trying his best to try to avoid me. READ MORE SUN STORIES”He even said he’s gonna retire. He tried to go to MMA, all this stuff because he always avoids fighting me.“But now he has no other choice and now he’s gonna fight me, November 28th and I’m gonna show the world why he’s been avoiding me.” AnEsonGib facing off with Slim AlbaherCredit: Misfits Boxing 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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    Jake Paul’s own sparring partner wants Mike Tyson to WIN fight and reveals why YouTube star ‘can’t compare’

    JAKE PAUL has been hit with a case of friendly fire after one of his own sparring partners backed Mike Tyson to win their fight. YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul faces heavyweight great Tyson on Friday in a controversial clash slammed over the age difference. DeAndre Savage sparring Jake PaulUnbeaten DeAndre Savage was among a number of heavyweights brought into Paul’s camp for sparring ahead of the bout. But 6-0 Savage has actually thrown his support to Iron Mike – even if he gives him just four minutes to get the job done. He told SunSport: “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.”I would like to see Mike Tyson win but if he don’t knock him out early, Mike’s not gonna win the fight. READ MORE IN BOXING”If he don’t knock him out in the first two rounds, Mike ain’t gonna win the fight.” Despite striking up a relationship with Paul and his camp, Savage will be cheering from Tyson’s corner on fight night. He said: “Mike Tyson, he’s a big dog in the boxing game, he’s the top dog.”Jake Paul just started but Jake Paul is one of the greatest marketers in the game.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSCounting 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: “Besides Floyd Mayweather – Floyd Mayweather to me is the best marketer in the game. But yeah, Jake Paul is a great marketer, great great promoter.” Paul is not the only big name Savage has sparred in camp, sharing rounds with Jarrell Miller and Andy Ruiz Jr. DeAndre SavageAnd he admitted 10-1 Paul – who only debuted professionally in 2020 – is not yet at that top level. Savage said: “He can’t really compare to other heavyweights that I box because Andy Ruiz; punching power is crazy, Big Baby Miller, punching power is crazy.”So you know, Jake is a good mover. He’s a good boxer but he’s still learning. Jake does a pretty good job, he got a good right hand but he’s still green.”When I sparred him the first time, I realised that he was still green.”JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTSavage put the money earned from camps with the likes of Paul to buying his first house. And he was quick to praise the prankster-gone-prizefighter for his dedication to the sport. Savage 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.READ MORE SUN STORIES”But, Jake sells out the arena, sells the tickets, he’s doing big things that some people wish that they can do, things that people wish 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.”Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More