After stopping former mixed martial artist Mike Perry in Florida, Jake Paul recorded another boxing victory. The popular YouTuber stated that he is still on track to face retired icon Mike Tyson later this year.
At the Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida, YouTube sensation Jake Paul successfully stopped Mike Perry to continue his boxing career. He forced the conclusion in the sixth round by clubbing Perry, a former mixed martial artist and former UFC competitor, three times.
JAKE PAUL STOPS MIKE PERRY IN THE 6TH!!#Boxing #PaulPerrypic.twitter.com/yoUu6AWkUz
— Championship Rounds (@ChampRDS) July 21, 2024
After Mike Tyson’s injury kept him from competing, Paul saw Perry as a stand-in opponent.
Jake Paul declares he’s ready for Mike Tyson
The late great boxer Tyson never fought in an official match since his modest retirement from the game against Kevin McBride nearly two decades ago. Due to an ulcer flare-up, he was unable to see Paul on Saturday. He is fifty-eight years old.
Mike Tyson in his heydays
Paul still plans to box him, though. Jake Paul said,
“Mike Tyson,” “You’re next.” “Sign the contract,” “I’m excited for that one, I’m going to go home and prepare for that one. It’s happening, November 15.”
“Mike Tyson is training, he’s back, looking crazier than ever. I’m going to get another KO and prove everyone wrong once again. Everyone said I was an idiot for taking this fight, that I was risking it but this is why I’m here, I take big risks.
“Mike, I love you but this is my sport now. You’re a legend, you’re one of the two most famous boxers ever to live, you and Muhammad Ali. It’s an honour to get in the ring with you. I’m so, so honoured; you’re a legend, but I’m going to take your throne.”
