In the lead-up to his fight with Jake Paul, Mike Tyson has opened up about his current physical condition, sparking concern and interest from fans and experts alike.
Eating raw food and suffering
At a press conference in New York, Tyson, known as “Iron Mike”, talked about his intense training and the health of his body. Although the 57-year-old boxer is committed to fitness and changing his diet, including raw meat, he admits to the pressure. In his own words, he said slowly: “I’m fine, but my body is in bad shape right now. I’m really sick. I’m really hurting, yeah.”
Mike Tyson answers critics who say he’s too old to be fighting Jake Paul, but admits: “My body is s*** right now, I’m really sore.”
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Be confident despite your worries
Tyson’s honesty about his physical condition has raised eyebrows and questions about the risks he faces at his age. However, the former heavyweight champion remained calm and confident in his ability to put on an impressive performance in the ring. Tyson dismissed the concerns, saying: “Yeah, I’m beautiful. That’s all I can say.”
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Lennox Lewis is supporting Tyson
There was support for Tyson’s comeback all the time, and boxing legend Lennox Lewis also supported the veteran boxer. Lewis expressed confidence in Tyson’s ability and pointed out the huge difference in defensive skills between Tyson and Paul, saying that Tyson’s powerful punches could decide the fight. “If Jake Paul gets hit with one of those punches, he’s going to feel it,” Lewis said, echoing the sentiments of many boxing fans.
The countdown begins
As the night wore on, the excitement grew. At 57, is Mike Tyson’s body still strong enough to withstand the rigors of professional boxing? Can he deliver the showdown he promised Jake Paul, the internet star turned boxer? These questions are still on the minds of football fans around the world as they wait for a show that showcases the hero of the game and the ultimate determination.
