On July 20, Mike Tyson is scheduled to face Jake Paul in a high-profile bout.
However, heavyweight boxer Deontay Wilder has expressed strong opinions about Tyson’s return to the ring, claiming that “no one gives a f*** about Mike Tyson” ahead of his fight against Jake Paul.
The fight, set to take place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, will be streamed on Netflix, generating significant attention.
However, Wilder, while sharing his prediction for the fight, criticized the decision to license Tyson after 20 years of inactivity.
In an interview with Sportsbook Review, Wilder voiced concerns about Tyson’s age and potential risks involved in his comeback.
He questioned the licensing decision, emphasizing the possibility of serious injury in boxing. Wilder also expressed doubt about public interest in Tyson’s return, suggesting that sanctioning the fight could tarnish Tyson’s legacy if it doesn’t go well.
Wilder highlighted the importance of conditioning and strategy in boxing, warning that Tyson’s reputation could suffer if he were to lose to a YouTuber like Jake Paul.
He expressed reluctance to witness a legendary figure like Tyson being defeated by a non-professional boxer, indicating potential damage to Tyson’s legacy.