Mike Tyson is gearing up for an electrifying heavyweight showdown against Jake Paul on November 15, and recent comments from the former undisputed heavyweight champion have stirred up some discussion regarding his training habits. As the date approaches, both fighters are preparing for a high-stakes clash at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, where up to 90,000 fans are expected to witness the event.
Tyson’s Training Routine and Diet
Initially, Tyson made headlines for claiming he was consuming raw meat to prepare for the fight with the YouTuber-turned-boxer. In a previous interview, he confidently stated, “I have to eat it now because my opponent is going to be raw meat.” However, during a recent rapid-fire interview with Netflix, Tyson contradicted his earlier assertion, saying, “I would never eat no damn raw meat. My wife eats raw meat, but I don’t eat raw meat. The Japanese stuff, sushi.” This clarification raises questions about the dietary choices of the boxing icon as he focuses on his health leading up to the bout.
Tyson, who had to withdraw from the original match date earlier this year due to an ulcer flare-up, is now taking his training seriously. He has eliminated processed foods from his diet, attributing his past health issues to poor eating habits. “I was doing too much bad food and stuff, and I got sick,” he admitted, highlighting the importance of a healthy regimen as he prepares for this significant fight.
Insights from Jake Paul
Jake Paul, known for his transition from social media to boxing stardom, is also in the spotlight as he prepares to face Tyson. Paul revealed that he expects Tyson to weigh around 235 pounds for their heavyweight clash. Currently, Paul weighs approximately 216 pounds but aims to be at 220 pounds by fight night.
Despite the age gap of over 30 years, Paul is treating this fight with the utmost seriousness. Aware of Tyson’s reputation for knockout power, he has diligently studied Tyson’s past fights, predicting that the boxing legend will try to corner him and unleash powerful blows.
Paul’s strategy involves utilizing his footwork and agility, aiming to stay on the outside and evade Tyson’s attacks. “To just box on the outside and then use my footwork to be more agile and get him chasing me,” he explained. However, as the fight date approaches, Paul admits to feeling some nerves about stepping into the ring with a heavyweight icon.
