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Mike Tyson is confident as he prepares for his main event fight against Jake Paul, even putting money on himself to win. Oddsmakers have made Paul the favorite in this matchup, likely due to Tyson's age and his nearly 20-year absence from professional boxing.
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At 58, Tyson doesn't carry the same energy and speed that made him a household name. In his prime, Tyson might have ended a fight with Paul in mere seconds, but this version of Tyson will need to pace himself.
"That's okay, I don't mind that. I'm betting on myself," Mike Tyson told Manouk Akopyan.
While Tyson hasn't revealed the exact amount of his wager, he claims it's "enough" to show his belief in his own abilities.
Could struggle against Paul
Unless Paul takes it easy on him, Tyson may struggle to last through all eight rounds. Tyson's recent exhibitions, including his bout with Roy Jones Jr., felt staged to many viewers, which has left some fans skeptical about how competitive this event will actually be.
"I'm dealing with the reality of I have to fight him in a particular way. It's pretty much [the same]. The only difference is, I get more massages now," said Tyson.
Set to take place Friday night at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the fight will stream live on Netflix. The event will feature an exciting undercard as well, with Amanda Serrano facing Katie Taylor in a rematch and Mario Barrios defending his WBC welterweight title against Abel Ramos.
For Tyson, maintaining fan interest will depend on how genuine his performances feel. If he's looking to keep audiences engaged in future matchups, he'll need to adapt his approach and deliver a fight that feels real and competitive.