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    Ricky Hatton tells Jake Paul what he would do against Mike Tyson to avoid ‘being knocked into the middle of next week’

    JAKE PAUL has been warned he has to drag Mike Tyson into deep waters to avoid being brutally added to the boxing icon’s highlight reel.The YouTube sensation takes on the former undisputed heavyweight champion in a controversial crossover clash in Texas this coming Saturday morning.Jake Paul throws down with boxing legend Mike Tyson on Friday nightCredit: REXBoxing icon Tyson, 58, looks to be in menacing shape for his ring returnCredit: INSTAGRAM@MIKETYSONBrit boxing legend Ricky Hatton has urged Paul to stay long and drag Tyson into deep watersCredit: EPATyson, 58, is in phenomenal shape for his ring return and has stunned boxing fans with how ferocious he’s looked in training.And Brit boxing legend Ricky Hatton believes there’s a strong chance he’ll obliterate Paul if he catches him in the early goings of the ten-rounder.He told The Action Network: “I think if Mike hits him, he’ll knock him into the middle of next week.“He looks very fast and very explosive. He looks fantastic for his age.READ MORE ON TYSON VS PAUL”But if you’re in Jake Paul’s corner you would think, ‘He is 58 years old and I’m just going to give him the first two rounds, jab and move, keep out of his range and hopefully he will gas.'”You’d expect him to at his age. Mike will probably put all of his eggs in one basket and start early because of his age.”And if I was Jake, I would stay out of his jab, wait for him to slow down a bit and put my foot down on the gas.”I can see Mike by knockout if he is to win or if Jake is going to win then he will win on points.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTAs impressed as he’s been by what he’s seen of Tyson’s training, Hatton, like many others, believes his Dallas dust-up with Paul is farcical.He said: “Mike Tyson is one of my heroes and is one who is everyone’s hero and I have no doubt that he is one of Jake Paul’s heroes.Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again’“So why you would want to fight one of your heroes who is nearly 60 years of age?”And potentially hurting one of your heroes is madness.“Mike looks great on the pads, really explosive and I hope I’m like him at 60 but that’s only 10-second bursts. “Can he maintain it for a number of rounds? I’m all for the exhibitions.“MMA fighters can fight, YouTubers can fight someone else and I get that world exists but I think something should be put in place to stop something like this happening. “Mike is our hero and is 58 years old.READ MORE SUN STORIES“He has every chance of flattening Jake Paul but at 58, is he in condition to come back from what’s going to come at him by Jake Paul?”I can’t say I’m a fan of this.”Ricky Hatton isn’t a fan of Mike Tyson taking on the much younger Jake PaulCredit: GETTYHatton is a big fan of Iron MikeCredit: NEWS GROUP NEWSPAPERS LTD 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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    ‘Can you imagine Jake Paul’s face,’ says Mike Tyson trainer as he BREAKS boxing pad with brutal power in training video

    MIKE TYSON sent Jake Paul a chilling warning ahead of their fight by breaking a boxing pad with one punch.Heavyweight legend Tyson, 58, and YouTuber Paul, 27, are scheduled to lock horns next Friday at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.Mike Tyson broke a boxing pad in half with one punch before facing Jake PaulCredit: YouTube/Most Valuable PromotionsTyson allowed cameras in during his latest training sessionCredit: YouTube/Most Valuable PromotionsTyson almost sent his sparring partner through the ropesCredit: YouTube/Most Valuable PromotionsThis poses as quite a controversial encounter with many claiming the Problem Child is looking for clout against his almost 60-year-old opponent, who retired almost 20 years ago.Concerns increased when the initial match date of July 20 had to be postponed after Tyson suffered severe stomach ulcers, which he claims were the result of a poor diet, during a flight.However, the American boxing legend is showing strong signs that his senior age will not pose as a problem when he returns to the ring on November 15.Iron Mike allowed cameras to film his latest training session at the Mike Tyson Boxing Club, which showed him blasting his sparring partner to the point that he almost sent him through the ropes.Read Moe on BoxingAnd then Tyson’s coach Rafael Cordeiro was left in shock as he showed the cameras some “really good equipment” that his fighter broke with his fists.More specifically, the former Undisputed Heavyweight Champion smashed a boxing pad in half.Cordeiro told Most Valuable Promotions: “Broke. Broke. Can you imagine Jake’s face? If you make this, this is really good equipment. “Couldn’t handle the punch, Mike’s punch. Can you imagine that kid? Whoo!” Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTyson looked so good that he is open to prolonging his boxing career after fighting Paul.That is despite the famous bruiser requiring additional brain and hearts checks.Mike Tyson smashed me to smithereens in front of his favourite fighter and left me crying… but we became best friendsHe will also need to undergo a pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTTyson and Paul will face off next week in a controversial boxing matchCredit: Rex More

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

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

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

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

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    Deji next fight: Who will the YouTube star face on the huge Misfits Qatar Supercard?

    MISFITS Boxing heads to Qatar for a blockbuster supercard later this month.Bitter enemies Gib and Slim go head-to-head in a huge showdown to top the bill in Doha.Deji returns to Misfits Boxing this monthCredit: @MisfitsBoxingJay Swingler returns to the Misfits scene as he takes on Nich LMAO on the star-studded undercard, which also sees Jarvis face Ben Williams for the MF Welterweight championship.Deji, the brother of KSI, will make a stunning comeback in Qatar after over one year away from boxing.The widely popular YouTuber has not been in action since he beat Swarmz by unanimous decision at Misfits 007.SunSport brings you all the information you need ahead of Deji’s huge return to the ring.READ MORE IN BOXINGWhen is Deji’s next fight and who is the YouTube star taking on?Deji’s next fight will come on the Misfits Qatar Supercard, which will take place on Thursday, November 28.The internet sensation’s rival has not yet been revealed and is currently being dubbed as a ‘mystery opponent’.Some speculation has suggested Deji could face Luis Pineda or have a highly-anticipated rematch with Alex Wassabi.Danny Aarons revealed on a recent live stream that he was offered the Deji fight in Qatar but ultimately turned the fight down due to a lack of notice.Most read in BoxingWhat TV channel will Deji’s next fight be on and can it be live streamed?Deji’s next fight will be shown LIVE on DAZN.The show will begin at around 6pm GMT.You can subscribe to DAZN in the UK for £9.99-a-month, which commits you to an entire year of action.A flexible pass, worth £19.99-a-month, is also available, and you can cancel anytime.You can also pay £99.99 for the year upfront, and this is the lowest cost option.Can you live stream Deji’s next fight?DAZN subscribers can live stream Deji’s next fight via the DAZN app.The DAZN app is available to download for FREE on your mobile or tablet device.Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all the action via SunSport’s live blog.Who else is on the Misfits Qatar Supercard?AnEsonGib vs. Slim AlbaherSalt Papi vs. King KennyJay Swingler vs. NichLmaoDeji Olatunji vs. TBAJarvis Khattri vs. Ben Williams More

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    Who is Corey Marksman and why was he forced to pull out of Jake Paul v Mike Tyson undercard boxing match?

    AN INJURY has forced pro boxer Corey Marksman to pull out of Jake Paul v Mike Tyson’s undercard boxing match.Paul, 27, and Tyson, 58, are set to fight on Friday, November 15, 2024, along with several other undercard matches.Corey Marksman has been forced to pull out of the undercard boxing matchMarksman fighting previous opponent, Tony AguilarWho is Corey Marksman?Corey Javon Marksman, 24, is a professional boxer from Deltona, Florida.Marksman began boxing at just eight years old and since then has bagged ten wins.The orthodox boxer stands at 5’8″ and is a super lightweight fighter.Who was Corey Marksman set to fight in the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson undercard?Marksman was set to fight Canada’s Lucas Bahdi.Bhadi rose to prominence by knocking out Ashton Sylve in July 2024 after brutally stopping the stablemate of Paul.Ahead of the bout, Bahdi’s record stands at 17 wins, 0 losses and 0 draws.Why was Corey Marksman forced to pull out and who has replaced him?Marksman was forced to drop out last minute due to injury, leaving Bahdi scrambling for a new opponent.Thankfully, Armando Casamonica of Italy, with a 14-0 record, answered the call to keep the fight alive.Most read in BoxingCasamonica is the reigning Italian light-welterweight champion.He said: “It’s an immense honor to represent my family and our legacy on the biggest stage in boxing.Fans get first look of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson training camp with Iron Mike ‘looking like he’s 25 again'”Boxers dream of nights like this—fighting under the lights at AT&T Stadium, in front of millions of fans around the world, including my fans at home in Italy, on Netflix. “Thank you to MVP for this opportunity, I’m bringing everything I’ve got to this fight, and Lucas Bahdi better be ready because history meets destiny on Friday, November 15.”Who has Marksman fought before?Javier Gonzalez (2021)Marcelo Williams (2021)Osmel Mayorga (2022)Seth Basler (2022)Angel Albelo (2022)Adrian Orban (2023)Brandon Idrogo (2023)Laszlo Sandor Balogh (2023)Tony Aguilar (2024 x2)Jonathan Perez (2024)Lucas Bahdi will replace Corey MarksmanJake Paul v Mike Tyson’s match On November 15, 2024, YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul and heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson will fight at the AT&T Stadium in Texas.The pair were due to fight in July but Tyson was forced to pull out.Iron Mike suffered an ulcer flare-up in his stomach during a flight but was later passed medically fit to continue training.But he is required to undertake additional brain and heart tests due to his age with the fight to be professionally sanctioned.It will be Tyson’s first pro bout in almost 20 years – the night he retired against Kevin McBride.But he talked down any health concerns and said: “I’m just doing really well. I’m doing really well.“I’m very grateful that I’m doing well. I’m just looking forward to the fight, really looking forward to it.“Like when you think about it regardless of how old I am, this guy only has ten fights.”He only has 10 fights, if I can fight a little bit with my experience, he only has 10 f***ing fights, okay?“If I can fight 10 per cent of what I was, he only has ten fights, he couldn’t match that. And that’s being sincere. If I’m 10 per cent, he can’t match it.”Mike Tyson is a heavyweight world championJake Paul is a YouTuber-turned-boxerDespite the 31 year age gap causing quite the uproar, Paul and Tyson will fight in the officially sanctioned professional boxing contest.Paul said recently: “A lot of people are wondering ‘Jake, why are you doing this? Even if you beat him, they’re going to say he’s old’. But to me, Mike Tyson wanted to fight me.”That is an honour. He’s one of the most famous boxers in the world to ever do it. “To step in there with someone of his nature is an honour and a dream come true. It’s going to be a spectacle on Netflix.”The fight will comprise of eight two-minute rounds and six undercard matches will support the event.Who are the other Jake Paul v Mike Tyson undercards?Katie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano (WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, and The Ring lightweight title bout)Mario Barrios vs Abel Ramos (WBC welterweight title bout)Neeraj Goyat vs Whindersson NunesShadasia Green vs Melinda WatpoolLucas Bahdi vs Armando Casamonica Bruce Carrington vs Dana CoolwellHow do I watch the Jake Paul v Mike Tyson fight?The Paul v Tyson event can only be watched on Netflix.READ MORE SUN STORIESStreaming begins on Friday, November 15, at 8 pm ET and 5 pm PT.Viewers in the UK can watch from 1am on Saturday, November 16. More