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    How Mike Tyson & Jake Paul’s $80m clash became ‘boxing’s biggest freak show’ with lie detector gaffes and $2m VIP seats

    AS the dust settles on the US election, America is bracing itself for another epic and unpredictable showdown.And once again, it pits a controversial, motor-mouthed veteran against a far younger contender many predict is not cut out for the job.Boxing legend Mike Tyson famously won 44 of his 58 fights by knockoutsCredit: GettyIron Mike is set to take on 27-year-old YouTuber Jake PaulCredit: GettyCritics have dubbed Mike Tyson and Jake Paul’s boxing match the biggest freak show in boxing historyCredit: GettyMore than 60,000 fans will pile into Texas’s AT&T arena on Saturday to watch the spectacle of former heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson, 58, take on 27-year-old YouTuber Jake Paul in what critics have dubbed the biggest freak show in boxing history.VIP ringside seats are being sold for a record £1.55million — and millions more will tune into the event which, in a groundbreaking move, is being streamed live on Netflix.But it remains to be seen whether Paul can solve the conundrum that has seen fighters with twice his class pummelled to the canvas by the self-styled Baddest Man On The Planet.In Tyson’s famous words: “Everyone has a plan ’til they get punched in the mouth.”READ MORE ON MIKE TYSONThe stats behind Mike Tyson vs Jake PaulUntil his retirement in 2005, the human pitbull famously won 44 of his 58 fights by knockouts.Yet even Tyson — whose training regime includes microdosing magic mushrooms and smoking weed — can’t win against Old Father Time.The three-decade age gap between the men is the largest in professional boxing history.Gutsy Paul, rated a decent if inexperienced pugilist, may use his youth to give the ex-champ the runaround before delivering a knockout blow.Most read in BoxingSo is this simply a circus act or a legitimate contest in the spirit of the Marquess of Queensberry?What’s certain is that it will be box office gold.Jake Paul had vision of himself fighting Mike Tyson while high on psychedelics three years agoRather than the usual pay per view, the fighters have signed a deal said to be around £31million each for Saturday’s early hours bout.It is already predicted to be one of the most-viewed boxing matches of all time, and media analysts suggest it could usher in a new dawn for how live sports are consumed, with further plans to broadcast NFL and WWE events on Netflix.Tyson is characteristically bullish ahead of the fight in Arlington, Texas.Before Paul had his most recent and 11th fight, Iron Mike insisted: “Regardless of how old I am, this guy only has ten fights.“If I can fight ten per cent of what I was, he only has ten fights, he couldn’t match that.”‘Weak and flawed person’Not everyone shares his optimism. Boxing great and promoter Barry McGuigan told a newspaper he fears Tyson will tarnish his legacy if he is remembered for “that sham of a fight with that YouTuber”.The former featherweight, who will appear on this year’s I’m A Celebrity, added: “A 58-year-old man shouldn’t be fighting. He just shouldn’t.“At that age your punch resistance invariably disappears. And while we see all these clips of Tyson doing the pads, that’s not real. What’s real is sparring against good-quality opposition and seeing how you look then.”The younger man’s route to the Texas ring was as a celebrity You- Tuber whose maiden fight was a so-called white-collar boxing contest for office workers.He has won ten of his 11 professional bouts with seven knockouts.Nicknamed The Problem Child, Paul’s only loss was to Tommy Fury — but it was a split decision and he knocked the Love Island star down in the eighth round.Love Island’s Tommy Fury on the way to beating Jake Paul in Riyadh last yearCredit: GettyJake Paul’s skater girlfriend Jutta LeerdamCredit: Instagram / @uttaleerdamIt is a record that lends him legitimacy, though his opponents included a YouTuber, a retired basketball star and four Mixed Martial Arts fighters.The opponents were well-picked — seven were 35 or older — and purses huge. Paul has earned tens of millions from his fights including almost £24million from the bout with Fury.Yet Tyson has fought genuine ring legends including Larry Holmes, Michael Spinks, Evander Holyfield, Lennox Lewis and Frank Bruno.In August at a press conference with Iron Mike, Paul bragged: “I’m here to make 40million dollars and knock out a legend.“I don’t give a f* about anything else. And he’s the one that wanted it to be a pro fight. “So he’s gonna get his ass knocked out for real on a real record.”One glamorous figure in Paul’s corner is his Dutch girlfriend Jutta Leerdam, an Olympic speed skating silver medallist who admits to more anxiety over the clash.She told the Netflix documentary Countdown: Paul vs. Tyson: “I’m a little scared. “I think, ‘Hey, stay away from my boyfriend.’ But it’s also the sport, so I understand that.”And when hooked up to a lie detector machine on the endless social media promo trail, Paul’s trash talk bluster disappeared. Asked if he would beat the former undisputed champion, he answered: “Yeah.”Mike Tyson famously chewing Evander Holyfield’s ear in 1997Credit: SkyMike Tyson being led away by cops after rape arrest in 1991Credit: RexBut the lie detector begged to differ, suggesting Paul’s cocky facade hid his real belief that he would lose.When a clip of the test went viral, Tyson shared it with his 30million Instagram followers with three laughing emojis emblazoned on it.The pair were originally scheduled to meet on July 20 but Tyson was taken ill two months earlier in an plane toilet after an ulcer flare-up.On the plane, I went to the bathroom, and I threw up blood,” he revealed. “Next thing I know I’m on the floor and I was defecating tar.” In his Eighties prime, Tyson was the most destructive heavyweight of his generation.Menacing in black trunks, black ankle-high boots and no socks, he would pace the ring before the first bell like a caged lion.Psyching out many before a punch was thrown, he won his first 19 professional fights by knockout, 12 of them in the first round.In 1992 he was convicted of raping 18-year-old Miss Black America contestant Desiree Washington and received a six-year prison sentence, serving less than half that time.I’d rather live a short life of glory than a long life of obscurity.Mike TysonOn his release, he fought two losing fights against Evander Holyfield. In the second, Tyson sank his teeth into Holyfield’s ear, biting the fleshy top off before spitting it out on to the canvas.Teddy Atlas, his former trainer, called Tyson “a very weak and flawed person”.His penultimate contest — against Brit Danny Williams in 2004 — saw him unable to beat the count after being knocked down in a bloodied heap in the fourth round.In his last professional fight in 2005, he threw in the towel against Irishman Kevin McBride before the seventh round.Announcing his retirement afterwards, a downbeat Tyson insisted: “I’m not going to disrespect the sport any more by losing to this calibre of fighter.”A 2020 exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr was judged a draw. Tyson admitted he was high on marijuana during the fight, revealing afterwards: “I smoke every day.” He credits weed for helping him beat a destructive cocaine and booze habit.‘I’m a glutton for pain’Asked by US TV host Jimmy Kimmel recently if he intends to be “high on marijuana” during his bout with Paul, Tyson replied: “That’s a possibility.”Also a magic mushroom user, Tyson says he takes the psychedelics during his workouts “because I feel beautiful”.Now he has been lured back to his beloved ring partly, at least, for the adulation. “I’m a glory junkie,” the fighter with a Maori-inspired face tattoo admitted. “I love people thinking about me all day.“I’d rather live a short life of glory than a long life of obscurity.“This is all I started fighting for — to get all this fing status.“I’m going to be chasing it for the rest of my life. I know that. “I’m never going to get what I want, because I’m one of those gluttons for pain. I can never get enough.”The giant purse might help too, with punters paying through the roof to get close to the action.The arena’s most expensive ticket is a record $2million VIP package, which will seat two people less than six feet from the action in a private booth.If Mike lands one clean punch, and if he makes him miss, he will make him pay.Jeff FenechFurther perks include the chance to visit both fighters backstage before the fight, an open bar and gourmet all-inclusive food menu, plus a personal security escort to accompany guests across the venue.And even at 58, the allure of an Iron Mike knockout remains undimmed.Jeff Fenech, who trained Tyson to defeats against Williams and McBride, believes the fallen champ still has what it takes to dispatch upstart Paul.The cornerman said: “If Mike lands one clean punch, and if he makes him miss, he will make him pay. “If he doesn’t try and strike at the same time and is patient, the fight could be over in one minute.”Thankfully — perhaps for both fighters — the rounds will be two minutes long rather than the usual three for men’s bouts.Dad-of-seven Tyson explained: “I wanted the shorter rounds because I wanted more action. “If we only have two minutes, we’ll fight more.”And the fighters will wear 14oz gloves rather than the usual 10oz to lend greater protection.Neither man will wear headguards.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe prospect of a potentially stoned former heavy-hitting champ battling a rookie almost young enough to be his grandson may not warm the cockles of boxing purists.“People say it’s s*t,” Gypsy King Tyson Fury said. “But I bet they still watch it.” More

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    Mike Tyson sends Jake Paul ‘coldest message ever heard’ in terrifying warning before Netflix fight

    MIKE TYSON has sent Jake Paul another chilling message ahead of their crossover clash.The former undisputed heavyweight champion throws down with The Problem Child in a controversial Texas tussle this coming Friday.Boxing legend Mike Tyson returns to the ring on November 15 to take on Jake PaulCredit: GETTYTyson, 58, has got himself in phenomenal shape for his ring returnCredit: INSTAGRAM@MIKETYSONIron Mike has sent YouTube sensation Paul a chilling message ahead of their Dallas dust-upCredit: NETFLIXThe pair were due to throw down in July but their Dallas dust-up was postponed after Tyson suffered a medical emergency on board a flight from Miami to Los Angeles.Paul, 27, chose to stay active, knocking out former UFC welterweight Mike Perry before sending Tyson a menacing post-fight message.Iron Mike watched the fight from the comfort of his home and had some chilling choice words for the YouTube sensation.The 58-year-old said: “There is a fundamental difference between me and Jake. He’s a manufactured killer.READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAUL”Television and papers made him a killer, he’s manufactured.”I’m a natural-born killer. That’s the difference.”Footage of Tyson’s harrowing message to Paul spread like wildfire on social media, with one boxing fan saying: “He meant that with every being of his soul too.”What a fight it will be.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTAnother said: “That scared me and I’m not even fighting… yeah it’s over.”And another said: “Look into Mike’s eyes. It’s looking into the eyes of a shark.”Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again’One remarked: “Mike looks old but when he gets in that mode I see the look in his eye he got that spark still.”He’s not joking when he says he’s a NBK… but I’m just afraid father time will overcome that.”Another chimed in: “This message from Mike Tyson to Jake Paul is one of the coldest I’ve ever heard.”Fan favourite Tyson has been hard at work in the gym ahead of his ring return and looks in stunning shape for the Netflix clash.And the near pensioner-aged puncher is open to more fights after he trades heavy leather with Paul.When recently asked whether he plans to fight again, the New York native told talkSPORT: “It’s a possibility.” More

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    Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson broadcast team revealed with Kate Abdo fronting star-studded Netflix line-up

    KATE ABDO fronts the broadcast team for Jake Paul’s fight against Mike Tyson on Netflix. YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul faces heavyweight icon Tyson next Friday in a clash criticised for the huge age gap. Kate Abdo will lead the broadcast team for Jake Paul vs Mike TysonCredit: GettyTyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: GettyIt will marks Netflix’s first foray into live sports and the streaming services’ team for the event has been announced. Abdo – who recently married retired boxer and now trainer Malik Scott – is the lead host joined by unbeaten legend Andre Ward. The former Sky Sports presenter has hosted several boxing events for Fox, Showtime and DAZN. The ringside play-by-play commentary will be led by Mauro Ranallo, supported by boxing great Roy Jones Jr and Hollywood’s Rosie Perez. READ MORE IN BOXINGUnbeaten boxing legend Andre WardCredit: GettyRoy Jones Jr after his exhibition with TysonCredit: APReporter Ariel Helwani will also work the eventCredit: GettyJones was actually the last man to share the ring with Tyson in their 2020 exhibition which was drawn over eight rounds. Commentator Sean Wheelock serves as the rules and scoring expert while Ariel Helwani and Sibley Scoles are reporters. The in-ring announcing will provided by Kody “Big Mo” Mommaerts. And Tyson’s son Amir will co-lead the preliminary card reporting with TV personality Sibley Scoles.Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTTyson, 58, returns for his first professional bout in 20 YEARS with the fight to be officially sanctioned. But it will be contested over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves worn instead of 10oz. Paul, 27, who is 30 YEARS younger, has ten wins and only a single loss to Tommy Fury, 25, on his record. Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again’ More

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    Is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson free if I have a Netflix subscription or is it pay-per-view?

    WE’RE just days away from one of the biggest fights of the year in Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson – but boxing fans may be wondering how they can watch.The two fighters have been trading verbal jabs for months, but it’s time to finally put the gloves on.Jake Paul is set to fight Mike Tyson on November 15Credit: AFPCounting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…Tyson, 58, was originally scheduled to fight Paul in the summer but the fight was postponed due to his health issues.Paul, meanwhile, dispatched Tyson’s replacement, former UFC star Mike Perry, in six rounds.But the world is now ready to watch as Tyson returns to the ring for the first time in four years, having been retired for 15 years before that.And you can watch it all unfold live on Netflix.Paul vs TysonIs the fight on standard Netflix subscription or is it on PPV?The question a lot of fans have been asking. Paul vs Tyson on your standard Netflix sub seems too good to be true.But the fight IS available on your standard subscription at no extra price.A current ads-supported subscription will set you back £4.99-a-month, while a standard one, which allows you to watch on two devices at once, is £10.99-a-month.Both of those options allow you to watch the action in Full HD.Most read in BoxingThere is a premium subscription which costs £17.99-a-month, however.And that allows you to watch on four devices at the same time, the option to add two members of a different household AND the ability to watch in Ultra HD quality.Paul vs Tyson full cardJake 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 Coolwell 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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    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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    Mike Tyson, 58, drops major hint on retirement decision after fight with Jake Paul, 27, on Netflix

    MIKE TYSON has hinted that he’s open to prolonging his boxing career after his controversial bout with Jake Paul next Saturday.Tyson, 58, faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on November 15 in a fight widely criticised over the 30-year age gap.Mike Tyson might eye another fight after he faces Jake PaulTyson and Paul go head-to-head on November 11 with the fight set to be shown on NetflixThe former undisputed heavyweight world champ ended his professional career back in 2005 when he quit on his stool against Kevin McBride.He fought in an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, but shocked the world earlier this year when he agreed terms to step back into the ring once more against 27-year-old Paul.But despite health concerns leading to the fight being postponed from its initial July date, Tyson is willing to consider more fights in the future after facing Paul.When asked by talkSPORT whether he plans to fight again, he replied: “It’s a possibility.”READ MORE ON MIKE TYSONOn the types of sparring partners he’s trained with, Tyson added: “Guys that emulate Jake.”I bring some big strong guys in to help me. I got a lot of movers and a couple of big guys to pretty much go head-to-head with.”Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date.He suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach but has since been deemed medically fit to continue training.Most read in BoxingFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSTyson is also required to undergo additional brain and hearts checks ahead of his fight along with pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul.Paul, 27, has 10 wins and only one loss in the boxing ring, losing a 2023 split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25.Jake Paul’s own coach admitted he CAN’T beat Mike Tyson in newly emerged footage ahead of mega Netflix fightAnd British boxing great Lennox Lewis also refused to rule out a return to the ring.Lewis, 59, will have a keen eye on the controversial clash after being probed on a rematch with Iron Mike.He told TMZ: “Let’s see how he makes out in this fight, and then I’ll tell you after.”Lennox Lewis will contemplate a return to boxing to rematch Tyson More

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    Jake Paul’s own coach admitted he CAN’T beat Mike Tyson in newly emerged footage ahead of mega Netflix fight

    JAKE PAUL’S own boxing coach told him that he had no chance of beating Mike Tyson.Paul takes to the ring with Iron Mike next week as the pair battle it out live on Netflix.Jake Paul’s own team told him he couldn’t beat Mike TysonCredit: GettyThe fight has garnered plenty of attention, not least because of the shock of a 58-year-old Tyson is coming out of retirement.But one person who isn’t shocked is Jake Paul, who seemingly manifested this fight back in 2021 – albeit without the support of one of his coaches.In a video posted on Paul’s social media, the 27-year-old internet personality seemingly came up with the “crazy idea” to take on Mike Tyson over three years ago.Ahead of his third ever pro fight, a win over Ben Askren, Paul said to his coaches: “I just came up with a crazy idea. Do you think I can beat Mike Tyson?”READ MORE ON BOXINGBut it was clear that back then his team had little confidence that he could get the better of the former undisputed world heavyweight champion.Paul was greeted with a blunt response from one coach, who simply laughed and said: “F*** no!”But Paul even showed ambition for the fight all those years ago, asking: “Not even in a year from now?”His team were firm that they didn’t fancy his chances, explaining: “Mike Tyson just got s*** he knows how to do bro that’s just… he’s just a dog.”Most read in BoxingJake Paul asked his coach if he thought he could beat Mike Tyson in 2021Credit: instagram @jakepaulPaul’s coaching staff were clear that he wouldn’t be able toCredit: instagram @jakepaulCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPaul’s team certainly seem to have faith in him now with the mega-money fight now just a matter of days away.Since that day, Paul has won a further eight fights – losing just once at the hands of Tommy Fury.Jake Paul makes training decision for Mike Tyson fight after dramatically losing TWO STONE for last fightWhile Tyson hasn’t stepped into the pro ring since 2005, and hasn’t won since 2003.Paul certainly appears confident ahead of the Texas dance, posting the clip alongside a caption that read: “The Gods always knew, 12 days to destiny.”Three and a half years ago my team laughed at my idea to fight Mike Tyson. “My own coach told me I had no chance to beat the man. They say impossible, I say let’s find out.”Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will come to blows on November 15Credit: GettyJake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles comparedONE is a notorious YouTuber-turned-boxer who has taken the sport by storm.The other terrorised all in the ring in the 1980s and 1990s, famously biting the ear off an opponent in one fight.Iron Mike has rebuilt his life after squandering a £300m fortune with a cannabis empire, and is a huge advocate of the drug.And as Paul has continued to rise up the ranks, he has splashed the cash on a fleet of amazing cars.Whereas Tyson had more money than sense until a £15m debt saw him part with his cherished car collection.Paul now lives in a plush mansion worth £13m in Puerto Rico, after escaping his hectic life in LA.But these days, Tyson lounges in his Vegas property he paid £2.5m for with wife Lakiha, who he married in 2009. Paul is not yet married but is smitten with his speed skater girlfriend  Jutta Leerdam. She will be by his side when her man puts his 9-1 boxing record on the line against two-time heavyweight champ Tyson on July 20.Read more: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles compared, from The Problem Child’s £13m mansion to Iron Mike’s huge cannabis empire. More