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Jake Paul believes his punches will be just as hard as Mike Tyson’s on fight night, and new training footage suggests he could be right.

Jake Paul is certainly not a man who lacks any confidence, with his fighting talk in the build up to his next fight definitely backing that up. As we all know, The Problem Child is set to take to the ring to fight Mike Tyson on the 20th of July in a fight that transcends anything seen before in the world of influencer boxing. The build-up has already involved lots of online chatter back and forth between the two fighters, with each man trying to out do one another with ‘braggadocious’ posts.

Jake Paul’s Punch Power

When asked about his skill level compared to that of Tyson, Paul confidently states his belief that he can punch at the same level as his upcoming opponent, stating: “To the people that don’t think I’m going to win, I’m younger, faster, sharper, and can hit at the same level that he can, and I am able to take his punches.”

However, he does follow up on that statement by admitting he is “a little scared” because he knows when standing across the ring from Mike Tyson there will be a moment of disbelief that he is actually fighting the legendary heavyweight boxer.

Lil Pump responded to Paul’s confident claim by backing up his pal and telling him he should have no issues with getting the win.

Jake Paul Drops Lil Pump

This clip was then followed by a behind the scenes shot of Paul doing some light “sparring” with Lil Pump, with the rapper perhaps regretting his decision to get in the ring with Paul. The pair are gloved up with Pump standing with his arms in the air ready to take a body shot from Paul, in some strange offer to prove he can take a punch from his mate. The outcome is not good, however, for the rapper, as he is hit with a clean body shot which leads to a loud scream before he drops to the floor in agony, as Paul laughs it off.

RELATED :Mike Tyson fight with Jake Paul stupid and irresponsible as boxing legend launches rant

We hardly think a clip of Lil Pump getting dropped by Paul is going to be enough to intimidate Mike Tyson, but any clip going viral of Paul’s fighting ability is good promo for the fight. The crazy part is we still have months to wait, with the back and forth on social media not showing any signs of slowing down.

Paul may have to find some better ways of scaring Mike Tyson that don’t involve Lil Pump, and hopefully, he realises all the fighting talk he is doing on his podcast will be there forever, so if things go wrong in the ring, people will be quick to remind him of his pre-fight confidence.

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Anthony Joshua predicts Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul boxing fight result

Tyson will be 58-years-old by the time he fights YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul this summer and ‘AJ’ has expressed his concern for his idol ‘Iron Mike’

Anthony Joshua has predicted Jake Paul will beat Mike Tyson – because of the huge age gap.

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“He was a troublesome kid up until the age of 13 and due to his environment and the way they managed to build his mindset. It wasn’t just his physicality, it was the way they changed his mindset and he managed to become heavyweight champion of the world. It showed if you apply yourself to something you can do anything,” Joshua told iD Boxing.

“The way they moulded this kid, he wasn’t a child prodigy boxer, he was never this young kid who was pencilled in to become heavyweight champion of the world. He was pencilled on to be going to jail or end up dead, but he ended up changing his narrative due to determination, and obviously meeting the right people, and he became the youngest champion ever.”

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Video shows Tyson’s trainer wincing, spitting fluid after absorbing punches from Iron Mike

A padded body protector is no match for Mike Tyson’s fists.

Newly released video shows his trainer, Rafael Cordeiro, woozily spitting out fluid after absorbing two punches from Tyson, the former heavyweight champion, during a training session.

“Mike only knows one speed, and that’s 100 percent, full-speed ahead,’’ said Billy White, who helps train Tyson and was pictured in the video. “He’ll be there full speed on July 20.’’

RELATED :EXCLUSIVE :Roy Jones Jr. warns Jake Paul about Mike Tyson’s punching power: one blow to the jaw and the game is over

Cordeiro did not immediately respond to requests seeking comment.

What the videos don’t capture: Tyson’s transformation in 2020.

Tyson has said he was 100 pounds overweight when he started training for his exhibition fight against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020. He weighed in at 222 pounds for the fight, an eight-round bout that ended in a draw as scored by three celebrity judges.

By contrast, Tyson weighed 226 pounds when he began training last month to fight Paul, according to White.

“So weight is not the issue,’’ said White, who boxed with Tyson under famed trainer Cus D’Amato. “It’s getting rid of the rust. You know how it goes.’’

White said Tyson will resume training Monday in Las Vegas after having taken a break in Florida, where he lives with his family, according to White. Tyson also has a home in Las Vegas.

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EXCLUSIVE :Gervonta Davis and David Benavidez share June bill

David Benavidez confirms that he will face Oleksandr Gvozdyk and Gervonta Davis will face Frank Martin on the same card in Houston on June 22nd.

An outstanding boxing card looks to be coming up in early summer. On Wednesday, Gervonta “Tank” Davis (29-0-0, 27 KO) posted on social media that he would defend his WBA ‘regular’ lightweight crown against Frank Martin (18-0-0, 12 KO) on June 22nd in Houston. On Thursday, that information was confirmed when David Benavidez (28-0-0, 24 KO) revealed on the Fresh&Fit podcast that he will fight Oleksandr Gvozdyk (20-1-0, 16 KO) on the same card.

Gervonta has been leaving clues about his return for a few months. After knocking out Ryan García (24-1-0, 20 KO) in his last fight a year ago, he spent 44 days in prison and the rest of 2023 under house arrest and wearing an ankle monitor. He has been prolific about sharing his frustration with not being able to fight on his social networks, hinting that his return to the ring will be in June. There was speculation about a rematch with Isaac Cruz (26-2-1, 18 KO), especially after “Pitbull” won the WBA super lightweight title. A clash with Devin Haney (31-0-0 , 15) never happened after Haney vacated his titles to move up in weight.

UPDATE :Jake Paul Draws Scathing Response From Fans After Saying Ryan Garcia Quit Against Gervonta Davis

Frank Martin is undefeated and has never fought for a belt and is seen by many as the second best lightweight behind Tank. Due to face Shakur Stevenson (21-0-0, 10 KO) for the WBC lightweight title, Martin decided not to sign at the last minute.

The interim super middleweight champion Benavidez has moved up to light-heavy after Canelo refused to put his belts on the line and now it looks like he will debut at that weight in June.

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EXCLUSIVE :Anthony Joshua sends warning to Tyson Fury ahead of blockbuster fight

Joshua is on a collision course with Fury and the rivals could meet at the end of this year for all four heavyweight world titles

Anthony Joshua has warned Tyson Fury he will use his trash talk as fuel when they eventually meet in the ring.

Joshua and Fury have been on a collision course since Joshua became world champion in 2016 but a fight has failed to materialise. Fury now holds three of the heavyweight world titles and will take on fellow champion Oleksandr Usyk on May 18 to crown the first undisputed champion since Lennox Lewis in 1999.

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Joshua’s next fight is set to take place at Wembley in September, likely against the winner of Filip Hrgovic’s proposed clash with Daniel Dubois. That fight is expected to be for the IBF world title which will be stripped from Fury or Usyk if they push ahead with their plan for a rematch.

That would leave Joshua with the chance to become a three-time champion in front of a home crowd before the end of the year. “Around September is when I’ve been told,” he added. “I was hoping June. I’ve got some time to go on dates now and mingle a little bit. I’m training at the minute, I’ve got two months before I get into training camp.

UPDATE :It has been revealed how many people have subscribed for tickets to the fight between Tyson and Paul

“I think what they’re saying is be patient because you’ve got Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk for all the belts and then once that’s done hopefully I can kick down the door and get my opportunity.”

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Novak Djokovic reportedly considering Andy Murray’s mom as new coach

Judy Murray, the mother of tennis star Andy Murray, is reportedly being considered as a potential coach for Novak Djokovic. The world No1 recently parted ways with his long-time coach Goran Ivanisevic after a lackluster start to the year. Judy Murray, known for her impressive coaching pedigree, is being eyed as a potential candidate to assist Djokovic in his career.

“It’s no secret that Judy Murray has a wealth of experience and knowledge in coaching, and her son Andy has been a fierce rival of Djokovic for many years,” a source revealed. “Novak is reportedly considering seeking help from Judy as he looks to make a change in his coaching setup.”

RELATED :Andy Murray Joins Elite Club Ft. Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal After Defeating Matteo Berrettini at Miami Open 2024

The potential collaboration between Judy Murray and Novak Djokovic comes at a crucial time for both individuals. While Djokovic aims to bounce back from his recent setbacks and maintain his status as the world’s top-ranked player, Andy Murray has hinted at the possibility of retiring from professional tennis due to ongoing injuries.

As the tennis world awaits further developments on Djokovic’s coaching situation, the prospect of Judy Murray joining forces with the Serbian star has sparked interest and speculation among fans and experts alike.

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“Second Behind Simone Biles”: 18-Year-Old High Schooler Stuns Fans With Impressive 6.5 Floor Performance

In the realm of gymnastics, an 18-year-old prodigy is capturing the spotlight. While Simone Biles remains a dominant force in 2023’s elite all-around gymnasts, this emerging young talent has quickly risen to prominence during the World Artistic Gymnastics Championships Selection Camp.

RELATED :Weeks Before Joining Hands With Rival Simone Biles, Shilese Jones Heaped Praise On The Champion Gymnast

Kaliya Lincoln’s recent performance at the 2023 Pan American Games was spectacular, solidifying her status as a primetime player for Team USA. Her outstanding display of skill and determination led to her capturing not just one, but two gold medals – one in the team event and another on the floor exercise. A two-year hiatus from international competition due to a stress fracture in her shin at the end of 2021 and diagnosis of OCD in her knees, requiring surgery, could have derailed her career.

The journey back to competition was undoubtedly tough for Lincoln as she told Inside Gymnastics, “That was definitely hard for me physically and mentally”. She was thinking, “What if I’m not going to be as good anymore? What if my power is not going to be the same?” Now sharing glimpses of her training session for upcoming summer games left her fans in awe.

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Kaliya Lincoln’s recent video has sparked an outpouring of love and admiration from her fans, with supporters eagerly sharing their heartfelt comments and reactions. One of the fans witnessed Simone Biles’ performance and exclaimed, “I would say that she has the potential to be the 2nd best behind Simone because Simone is the only outlier who can break 15 on floor as of now. Domestically, I don’t think Jade is gonna outscore her even with her Olympic floor difficulty because Jade doesn’t have some valuable dance elements (credible double L / double wolf turn) and she loses at least 0.3 in her D dance elements.”

Other fan commented on Lincoln’s potential to follow in Biles’ footsteps and become a dominant figure in gymnastics and said, “She has the potential to be the best floor worker in the world.” A fan shared their sentiment, saying, “God her tumbling is so good, I really want to see her floor in Paris! She could genuinely walk away with an Olympic medal on floor”. Someone else chimed in with enthusiasm, “I am rooting for her to make the Paris team!” Another fan expressed a high level of confidence in Kaliya Lincoln’s abilities and said, “I think she has a really high chance for a floor medal in Paris, but I’m not sure whether the selection committee will pick her or a gymnast who can do a Cheng + a potential low 14 floor.”

UPDATE :Simone Biles, Gabby Douglas Make List of 22-Year-Old Recently Transferred LSU Athlete: “Greater Because of Her”

As the Olympic year approaches, Kaliya Lincoln is maintaining a focused approach, taking her journey one step at a time. Her primary focus is on upgrading her routines, especially on the floor, where she aims to incorporate a laid out double double as Simone Biles. This ambitious goal aligns with her ultimate aspiration of competing at the Olympic Trials. Fans eagerly anticipate her journey and are ready to support her every step of the way.

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Anthony Joshua confirms next fight date after Francis Ngannou knockout

‘AJ’ extended his unbeaten run to four fights by KO’ing Ngannou last month and he admitted his next fight won’t take place until September

Anthony Joshua has confirmed he will return to the ring in September following his KO win against Francis Ngannou.

RELATED :Anthony Joshua beats Francis Ngannou with devastating early knockout to send message

Queensbury Promotions are hosting a Wembley Stadium event later this year, according to Derek Chisora, and he recently claimed Joshua will be headlining the card. “He will fight the winner of Daniel Dubois and [Filip] Hrgovic in Wembley. F*** it, I’ve got a big mouth. That’s the plan. It’s gonna be a sick, a little adventure for Turki Alalshikh to bring it back to London,” Chisora told iFL TV.

Dubois and Hrgovic have been linked to fight on the undercard of Artur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol’s undisputed clash, which takes place in Saudi Arabia on June 1. The IBF world title could be on the line if the organisation forces Fury or Usyk to fight mandatory challenger Hrgovic.

UPDATE :Derek Chisora claims he knows who Anthony Joshua is fighting next, and it’s not Tyson Fury or Oleksandr Usyk

Joshua fought three times last year as he won an unentertaining decision against Jermaine Franklin before KO’ing Robert Helenius and Otto Wallin. ‘AJ’ made his professional debut over a decade ago and when asked about his retirement plan, he said: “I’ve always said 35. I’m 35 in October, I’m thinking another two years or so if my body holds out.”

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Mike Tyson shuts down two myths about rules for Jake Paul boxing fight

Tyson admitted his fight against Paul this summer will be an exhibition but shut down any talk of the pair wearing headgear or 18-ounce gloves in the ring

Mike Tyson has dismissed rumours that his fight against Jake Paul will take place with headgear and big gloves.

Boxing legend ‘Iron Mike’ is making a return to the ring on July 20 when he faces social media sensation Paul in one of the biggest and most controversial fights of the year. The fight will take place at the AT&T Stadium in Dallas and there could be up to 80,000 fans in attendance on the night.

UPDATE :Mike Tyson quit on his stool in his last pro fight after trying to break journeyman opponent’s arm – will Jake Paul bout be sanctioned?

“I have a weird personality – I don’t think it’s weird though. Whatever I’m afraid to do, I do it. That’s how it is,” Tyson added. “I was afraid of the Roy [Jones] fight. I was 100 pounds overweight, I was however old, 54, 53, and I said ‘Let’s do it.’ Anything I’m afraid of, I confront it. That’s my personality. Right now, I’m scared to death.”

It’s understood that no winner be will declared in Paul and Tyson’s fight, meaning no judges will score the fight. Details of the undercard are also still unclear as the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations [TDLR] said the only information they have received about the Paul vs Tyson event so far is the date.

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Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is scheduled for July 20. But fight still must be approved

Monday being April Fool’s Day, the boxing world complied.

“Jake Paul Officially Canceled Mike Tyson Fight After Being KO’d In Sparring” was an erroneous headline circulating on social media.

All pranks aside, what are the chances the boxing match between Tyson and Paul set for July 20 at AT&T Stadium In Arlington, Texas, gets canceled?

UPDATE :EXCLUSIVE :Roy Jones Jr. warns Jake Paul about Mike Tyson punching power: one blow to the jaw and the game is over

“The promoter has requested to have an event that day, but we have not received any proposed (fight) cards and thus have no details about what they are planning,” Tela Mange, Communications Director for the TDLR, told USA TODAY Sports by email. “All bouts are subject to review and approval by TDLR.”

Requesting a date is no guarantee of a fight taking place.

“I can’t put a number to how often an event fails to happen, but it’s not uncommon,” Mange said. “Promoters cancel for a variety of reasons before and after they’ve submitted cards to us.”