Jake Paul Sets Sights on Mike Tyson After Victory Over Mike Perry

In a standout boxing performance, Jake Paul demonstrated his prowess by knocking down Mike Perry three times before the referee halted their bout in the sixth round. The electrifying match took place at the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida, where thousands of fans gathered to witness the action.

During an in-ring interview following his victory, Paul expressed admiration for Perry but confidently declared, “Mike, I love you, but this is my sport now.” He went on to recognize Perry as a legend, stating, “You’re one of the two most famous boxers to ever live. You and Muhammad Ali. It’s an honor to get in the ring with you. I’m so, so honored, you’re a legend. But I’m going to take your throne, brother.”

The stakes surrounding Paul’s career have dramatically heightened, especially after receiving a call from Mike Tyson before facing Perry. Tyson, an iconic figure in boxing history, voiced his concerns about the challenging nature of the fight against Perry, indicating that Paul could be at risk. The fight was particularly significant for Paul, as a defeat could have jeopardized his highly anticipated matchup with Tyson.

The upcoming Tyson-Pauls bout is scheduled for November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. This fight will be broadcasted on Netflix, drawing significant interest in the boxing community. Tyson’s team had previously postponed the fight due to an ulcer flare-up that Tyson experienced.

Paul expressed his determination to succeed against Tyson, emphasizing, “And I’m going to get another KO and prove everyone wrong once again. Everyone said that this is a mistake taking this fight. That I was an idiot, I was risking it. But that’s why I’m here. I take big risks. I put it on the line, and it’s anyone, anytime, anyplace.”

Tyson, who confirmed his continuing preparations for the fight, acknowledged the delays caused by his medical issues but reassured fans that training will resume soon. He stated, “Although we had to postpone the fight, I will resume training shortly. I am thankful to the medical staff that treated me and to MVP [Paul’s promotional company], Netflix, and AT&T Stadium for working diligently to find the best reschedule date for all parties.”

On his part, Paul mentioned that despite facing his own challenges leading up to the fight with Perry, including injuries and being unwell, he remains undeterred. “I didn’t feel very good tonight. I was sick before and my knuckle is swollen. It was basically broken before the fight. It didn’t delay this fight [so why would it delay the Tyson fight?], I’m a warrior!” Paul assured fans.

The upcoming fight is generating buzz not just because of the competitors but also due to the co-main event featuring a big world-title rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, which was originally planned for a previous date.

In a parting declaration, Paul confidently stated to Tyson, “Mike Tyson, you’re next big boy. Sign the contract, 15 November on Netflix. 100 percent, it’s happening.” Tyson’s retort was resolute, asserting, “The result will be the same no matter when we fight. Jake Paul is getting knocked out.”

Tyson’s last official appearance in the ring was in 2020 when he fought Roy Jones Jr. in an exhibition, making his upcoming matchup with Paul an officially sanctioned professional event. Paul, on the other hand, boasts a professional record of 9 wins and 1 loss, with six of those victories coming by way of knockout.

As both fighters prepare for their imminent clash, the boxing world eagerly anticipates how this storyline will unfold. The dynamics between the experienced Tyson and the younger Paul, alongside their previous interactions, add layers of intrigue to what is otherwise a straightforward competition.