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As Jake Paul prepares to face boxing legend Mike Tyson tonight, his aspirations reach beyond the immediate challenge. Paul has boldly declared his intent to step into the ring with one of the sport’s greatest active fighters, Canelo Alvarez. However the likelihood of this matchup is about as realistic as Paul’s chances of beating Mike Tyson in his prime. Borderline geriatric Mike Tyson, Paul has a chance against. Most boxing authorities however like Alvarez, believe Paul's bout vs 58 Year Old Tyson is more show than fight.
Canelo Alvarez at 34 years old, holds an extraordinary professional record of 62-2-2 and is regarded as the pinnacle of boxing excellence. In contrast, Jake Paul, who has made a name for himself as much through controversy and spectacle as skill, is leagues behind the Mexican icon in terms of ability, legacy, and respect in the boxing world.
Jake Paul’s Self-Proclaimed Destiny
Paul recently appeared on the Timbo Sugar Show, where he announced his dream matchup with Canelo. His confidence was as grandiose as ever:
"Me vs. Canelo at 200 lbs for the cruiserweight championship of the world is the biggest fight, arguably even bigger than me vs. Tyson. … I want to show the world all the sh*t I’ve been talking about beating Canelo is actually true, and I'll have the biggest upset in the history of boxing."
It’s worth noting the sheer absurdity of Paul’s claims. Canelo, a natural middleweight, typically fights around 168 lbs and has zero interest in ballooning up to cruiserweight. Suggesting that the boxing maestro would chase a payday or stoop to fighting a edgelord boxer like Paul is laughable.
Canelo Alvarez's Dismissal
When asked about Paul’s ambitions, Alvarez didn’t mince words. He criticized the Paul vs. Tyson showdown as a "show" rather than a legitimate fight and called out Netflix, which streams the event, for promoting what he sees as a farce.
"I think Netflix is good for boxing, but for that fight especially, I think Netflix is doing something wrong there. … I think it’s more [of a] show than a fight."
And when pressed about whether he’d ever consider fighting Paul, Alvarez’s response was simple and cutting:
"I’m not interested."
The Reality Check
Even if Jake Paul manages to defeat a 58-year-old Tyson tonight, that achievement doesn’t catapult him into the same stratosphere as Alvarez. Tyson retired 20 years ago whose heavyweight glory days are decades in the past. While Paul’s knack for drawing crowds is undeniable, his skill set remains far below what’s required to take an active elite pound-for-pound fighter.
For Alvarez, engaging in a fight with Jake Paul would do more harm than good for his legacy. He’s built his career on facing and defeating the best, not indulging in celebrity spectacles.
Fight.TV's Final Thoughts on Jake Paul vs Canelo Alvarez
Jake Paul’s ambition to fight Canelo Alvarez may generate headlines, but it’s a pipe dream. Canelo’s dismissal of the idea highlights the gulf between the two fighters—not just in talent, but in their approach to the sport.
For now, Paul should focus on surviving old man Tyson tonight. As for Canelo? He has bigger, better, and more legitimate challenges awaiting him in the world of real boxing.
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