On July 20, Tyson will face Paul, the social media star, in Texas. Both fans and commentators have harshly criticized the bout.
Following Mike Tyson’s announcement of a bout with YouTuber Jake Paul, his trainer has made an effort to ease concerns regarding the heavyweight legend’s health.
On July 20, Tyson, who is 58 years old, will make his comeback from retirement to face Paul in Texas. He didn’t compete professionally for over 20 years when he stopped fighting Kevin McBride after five rounds on his stool. In 2020, he made a comeback against Roy Jones Jr. in a bore draw exhibition fight.
Mike Tyson Trainer addresses concerns on fight with Jake Paul
A medical professional has advised Tyson that going back into the ring could cause brain damage, but his coach Rafael Cordeiro downplayed reports that the fight is reckless. “I think there’s no need for us to worry about it. We’re talking about a world champion twice over,” he said to The MMA Hour. “The guy is skilled in combat; he didn’t have 20 fights in two years. He has faced up against the world’s top fighters. He is aware of what to do when he enters the ring. For Mike, this is nothing new, and the battle is no exception.
Tyson has been warned by a medical expert that returning to the ring might result in brain damage, but his coach Rafael Cordeiro brushed down rumors that the fight is careless. “I don’t think we should be concerned about it. He told The MMA Hour, “We’re talking about a world champion twice over. “The man is an expert fighter; in just two years, he had not twenty fights. He has competed against the best fighters in the world. When he steps into the ring, he knows exactly what to do. This is nothing new to Mike, and the fight is no different.
Netflix will broadcast Tyson’s battle against Paul; however, there has been no word on whether professional regulations will apply to the fight. Nonetheless, the YouTuber has declared that headguards would not be worn.
