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As the highly anticipated clash between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul approaches on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, boxing legend Lennox Lewis is giving his vote of confidence to his former rival, Tyson. The fight, set to be streamed for free on Netflix, has fans buzzing with excitement and intrigue over whether Jake Paul can withstand the raw power and experience that Tyson brings to the ring.
Lennox Lewis, who famously defeated Tyson in 2002, weighed in on the upcoming matchup with a clear message: Tyson has what it takes to overwhelm Paul. "It's hard to box when you're that old, moving around the ring, throwing punches, getting punches thrown at you, but I think he can handle it," Lewis said. With this sentiment, Lewis acknowledged the unique challenge that age presents but remained confident in Tyson's enduring ring IQ and skill.
Lewis pointed out Tyson's strengths that could spell trouble for Paul, who has built a boxing career on taking on high-profile matches against both former MMA fighters and experienced boxers. "I was thinking that Jake Paul was going to be in trouble, because Mike Tyson knows how to throw great body punches, great head shots,” Lewis remarked, suggesting that Tyson's precision and power could make all the difference.
The former undisputed heavyweight champion outlined a likely fight strategy for Tyson, who he expects to keep pressing forward. "[I expect to see] Mike Tyson just kind of cutting off the ring and throwing body and head blows, when he can catch up to Jake Paul,” Lewis said. “I'm sure Jake Paul will be moving fast, moving around the ring. He's not going to want to stand there and get hit by Mike Tyson!"
Lewis's enthusiasm for the fight goes beyond simply watching as a fan; he’ll be in attendance to witness the matchup firsthand, adding a layer of nostalgia and anticipation. Notably, Lewis has also mentioned his openness to a potential rematch with Tyson, giving fans hope that these two legends might one day share the ring again.
As the clock ticks down to fight night, fans are eager to see if Jake Paul's youthful agility and unconventional path to boxing can stand up to Tyson’s decades of experience and brutal punching power. For those who can't attend in person, Netflix’s decision to stream the fight for free offers millions of viewers a chance to witness what could be a career-defining moment for both fighters.
Whether Paul can escape Tyson's relentless forward pressure or whether the veteran’s ferocity will prevail remains to be seen, but one thing is for sure: with names like Tyson, Paul, and Lewis attached, this event will be nothing short of electric.
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