Not a good look for Iron Mike.
Legendary boxer Mike Tyson has been preparing intensively for his upcoming bout against Jake Paul. However, a video of Tyson engaging in an unusual sprinting technique during training recently went viral on X, sparking debates among fans about his fitness for the fight.
Fans expressed mixed reactions to the video, with one commenting, “He will be gassed after 3 rounds then people will say Paul stood toe to toe with a great. Shaking my head.” Another user found the sprinting form comical: “That is one of the most ridiculous looking sprints I have seen.” Doubts about the video’s authenticity were also raised by another, who remarked, “No chance this is real right?”
Despite these reactions, it’s important to approach commentary about Tyson with respect, considering his status as a revered athlete known as “Iron Mike.”
Tyson himself has shared some apprehensions about his return to competitive boxing. In early April, he confessed to feeling “nervous,” a sentiment that transforms as the fight approaches. “Anything I’m afraid of, I confront it,” Tyson explained. “And that’s my personality. Like right now, I’m scared to death. But as the fight gets closer, the less nervous I become because it’s reality. And in reality, I’m invincible.”
The fight between Tyson and Paul is set for July 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and will be streamed exclusively on Netflix. This highly anticipated event continues to generate significant buzz among boxing and entertainment circles.
