One of the most talked about upcoming boxing matches in the world right now is Mike Tyson, a boxing legend, versus Jake Paul, an Influencer turned boxer, in an 8-round match. This winner of the match is hard to predict, will Tyson’s experience and power prove to be too much for Paul, or has Tyson’s age caught up to him enough to lose to a younger, half-decent boxer?
Mike Tyson is arguably the goat of the boxing world, and the most feared boxer ever, with a record of 50-6 with 44 knockouts. He was the youngest fighter ever to win a heavyweight title at 20 and had a devastating reign in the late ‘80s due to his aggressive play style. Needless to say, Tyson’s name still carries an immense aura. While Tyson may be past his prime, a match in 2020 against fellow legendary boxer Roy Jones Jr proved Tyson could still fight at 57, while the match ended in a draw Tyson outlined Jones Jr 67 to 37, and Tyson is still crazy powerful with more than enough knockout power.
Who is Jake Paul? Jake Paul began making Vine videos in 2013 with his brother and began making YouTube videos for younger children with his brother, he soon rose to become one of the highest-paid creators on YouTube and soon after chased a career in music. In 2018 Paul made his boxing Debut co-featuring his older brothers fight against KSI, Jake fought KSI’s younger brother Deji Olatunji, and won. Since then, 10 matches have taken place, However, Paul’s critics still question the legitimacy of his matches, citing his choice of opponents and the lack of true boxers on his resume. He is currently 10-1 and the real question is, can Jake Paul take advantage of Tyson’s age?
While it’s hard to judge the winner between the 2, Tyson is the clear favorite due to his experience, legendary power, and knowledge makes him an insurmountable opponent for Jake Paul. However, the unpredictability of the fight game and Paul’s ability to box cannot be overlooked. Many pundits are excited by the prospect of a potential upset, with Paul’s growing confidence and Tyson’s age and ring rust being factors that could tip the scales.
Sophomore Vihaan Phansalkar believes Tyson will lose to his age “I think Tyson’s age is a large factor and his mobility will be limited, while Tyson might be able to keep up with Paul I think his stamina will drain too quickly”
Regardless of the outcome, Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul promises to be a spectacle unlike any other. The collision of Tyson’s Declining Age and Paul’s boxing abilities as a social media influencer has captured the imagination of boxing fans and casual observers alike. Whether you’re rooting for the former champion or the YouTuber, this fight is bound to be an event that will be talked about for years to come.
As the fight draws nearer, one thing is certain: The world will be watching, This Friday, 11/15/24.
