In the world of boxing drama, it seems the beef between Jake Paul and Conor McGregor is heating up faster than a Texas barbecue. The YouTuber-turned-pro boxer is not one to back down, especially when it comes to defending his upcoming fight with none other than the legendary Mike Tyson.
Scheduled to take place on July 20 at the iconic AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the showdown between Paul (9-1) and Tyson (50-6) has already sent shockwaves through the sporting world. The event, set to stream live on Netflix, promises to be a spectacle unlike any other.
However, not everyone is cheering from the sidelines. McGregor recently threw some verbal jabs at Paul’s fight with Tyson, calling it “a bit strange” and questioning the level of interest. But Paul, never one to shy away from controversy, fired back with both barrels.
During his fiery podcast, B/S with Jake Paul, the social media sensation highlighted the explosive growth in interest surrounding the bout.
“So, Conor, you’re saying that interest is low for the fight but the last fight you announced, there was 1,000 articles written in a multiple-day span, people talking about your last fight,”
Paul exclaimed.
“In that same multiple-day span, there was 10,000 articles written about (Paul vs. Tyson).”
Paul didn’t stop there. With a confidence befitting a fighter ready to take on one of the sport’s all-time greats, he emphasized the unprecedented numbers the fight has generated.
“No fight ever has done these numbers in terms of faceoff views, Instagram reels. Just on our main pages alone, it’s like 50, 60 million Instagram views on both of our posts – not to mention every single other sports page posting it,”
Paul stated emphatically.
“That’s never happened in the history of the sport to reach those numbers. So this is, in my mind, the biggest fight the world will ever see.”
The 25-year-old sensation didn’t hold back in his criticism of McGregor, suggesting that the UFC star’s comments stem from nothing but pure jealousy.
“There’s no reason for them to be jealous,”
Paul declared.
“I get that people are jealous, but this is helping the sport of boxing. Isn’t that what people should want to see – getting more kids into the gyms, spanning two generations together, doing it on the biggest scale possible? When the old heads like Conor are still trying to hate, why are you trying to pull people down? Your ego is that (big)?”
Paul, known for his bold predictions, didn’t hesitate to make another one. He boldly claimed that his bout with Tyson will eclipse the viewership of McGregor’s highly publicized fight with Floyd Mayweather.
“It’ll be more viewed, 1,000 percent – for sure more viewed,”
Paul asserted.
“Obviously, it’ll be free (for subscribers), so we can’t compare pay-per-view numbers.”
Indeed, the fight will be available to all Netflix subscribers at no additional cost, a move that Paul believes will attract a massive audience. With such bold claims and high stakes, it’s clear that Jake Paul is not just stepping into the ring; he’s stepping into the spotlight, ready to make history.
So mark your calendars, boxing fans. July 20th will not just be another fight night; it will be a clash of generations, a spectacle of epic proportions, and according to Jake Paul, “the biggest fight the world will ever see.”
Sheila’s Take: A Clash of Titans or Just Another Hype?
As the boxing world braces for the clash between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, the debate rages on. Is this truly the monumental event that Paul claims it to be, or just another spectacle hyped up for views? McGregor’s skepticism adds fuel to the fire, questioning the interest and relevance of the matchup.
Paul’s confidence is palpable, and his ability to draw attention cannot be denied. With millions already tuning in on social media, there’s an undeniable buzz surrounding this fight.
However, McGregor’s point about the nature of the interest remains valid. Is it genuine excitement for a historic matchup, or simply the curiosity of seeing an unconventional pairing?
On the other hand, Paul’s assertion that this fight will surpass the viewership of McGregor vs. Mayweather is a bold one. The record-breaking numbers of that event are not to be taken lightly. Yet, Paul’s appeal to a broader, Netflix-subscribing audience might just give him the edge in terms of viewership.
Regardless of where you stand on the debate, one thing is for certain: July 20th will be a night to remember. Whether it’s the clash of titans that Jake Paul promises or just another hype-filled event, the eyes of the world will be on Arlington, Texas.
As always in the world of boxing, the only certainty is uncertainty. Stay tuned for the fight that promises to shake the sporting world to its core.