Mike Tyson sent warning about Jake Paul boxing fight - 'I'm a little scared'

Boxing legend reveals he's a 'little scared' for if the showdown with with goes past the third round.

The controversial showdown between the two stars is scheduled to take place . The contest will be recognised as a professional bout by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations and will take place at heavyweight.

Since the confirmation of the bout, many have feared for Tyson's health as the icon hasn't fought a professional fight since losing to Kevin McBride in 2005. His last outing came in an exhibition showdown with fellow legend Roy Jones Jr four years ago. 'Iron Mike' also pulled out of the original bout with Paul back in July after suffering an ulcer flare up. That said, he returned to the gym recently and insists he's ready to fight.

Ahead of the clash, many have weighed in and given their prediction for the main event. In a recent interview on the podcast, De La Hoya is scared for Tyson, especially if the 58-year-old is unable to knock 'The Problem Child' out early on. “Come on. I saw him the other day," he said.

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"I love Tyson, he’s got a puncher’s chance in the first three rounds. I’m a little scared of Tyson getting hurt after the third round. Jake Paul’s a big boy, he’s 26 years old [sic, 27], Tyson’s 61 [sic, 58]. I’m happy for him that he’s making money, that he still loves it, he’s getting in there and he’s in shape, but just be careful.”

Ahead of the bout, 'The Problem Child' recently of their contest next month. In a video uploaded to Tik Tok on the page of his gambling site, Betr, Paul was seen lying shirtless on a sofa as he stacked some money on his fake belly. “Mikey, Mikey, if you can last more than four rounds with me, I’ll give you an extra $5 million,’’ said Paul.

That said, there was a slight catch in the American's offer. 'The Problem Child' revealed that if Tyson couldn't last more than four rounds, then the boxing icon will need a permanent reminder of his defeat to the youngster. He added: “But, if you don’t, then you have to get a tattoo that says I love Jake Paul. Deal or no deal?’’ As of yet, Tyson's team are yet to respond to the staggering bet.

Since making his professional debut in the ring back in 2020, Paul has been active in the sport of boxing. With a record of 10-1, the American's only defeat in the squared-circle came against last year. The 27-year-old comes into the clash with 'Iron Mike' off the back of a devastating sixth-round knockout win over former star Mike Perry.

In an interview with Jimmy Kimmel, when Tyson was asked if he intends to be high during his bout with Paul, he replied: “I’m going to be so high off life, yeah." Kimmel then asked: “Will you be high on marijuana, as well?" Tyson replied: "That’s a possibility, too." The host then commented: "Oh no my bet is getting lower as we talk."

Fans believe that the boxing veteran isn't taking the fight seriously. During his chat with Kimmel, 'Iron Mike' claimed he was training six hours a day. "I am training extremely hard, I do six hours a day. I start at 11am and might leave the gym at 5pm," he said. Kimmel looked stunned and replied: "Oh no. 11am? So that's six hours straight, or is there a lunch break?" The former heavyweight champion admitted there was a small break as a shocked Kimmel gasped: "Oh no."