Mike Tyson clarifies his decision to fight Jake Paul

Mike Tyson makes his second return for boxing, for fighting Jake PaulUnfortunately, the legendary boxer was Target of severe criticismbut now he has explained why he decided to confront the YouTuber.

In 2005, Mike Tyson hung up his boxing gloves and retired from professional boxing. Since then, he has participated in several Exhibition fightsbut now he officially returns to the Professional scene to fight Jake Paul.

The YouTuber and boxer challenges Iron Mike to a professional fight earlier this year. However, Tyson was heavily criticized, and many wondered why he would accept the fight after retired for 19 years.

Mike Tyson responds to critics who accuse him of fighting Jake Paul for money

When Jake Paul announced his fight with Mike Tyson, many were confused as to why Iron Mike agreed. Some analysts and fans speculated that he was only interested in financial gainbut Tyson has strongly denied these allegations.

At 58 years old Tyson will face an opponent 31 years younger than him. Fans have criticized his decision and suggested that money is the only motivation behind accepting the fight as they believe it no sporting reason for him to continue competing.

However, Tyson has had enough of these allegationsThe former undisputed heavyweight champion has now the real reason for his decision to fight Pauland insists that nothing to do with money offered.

“For me, that’s nonsense,” Tyson commented on the rumors that he would fight Jake Paul for money. “I'm a man. I want to go out there and I want to take a risk. Sometimes I want to see who I really am. I want to see what I'm really made of. I want to perform in front of the world. For me, this is all I've known since I was 14. This fight isn't going to change my life enough financially. It's just what I want to do.“

Mike Tyson, 58, will fight Jake Paul next November

Since this fight is official, Mike Tyson is expected to perform at his highest possible level. Although Jake Paul is preferred because of his youthNo one can underestimate the legendary Iron Mike in this fight.

How much will Mike Tyson earn for the fight against Jake Paul?

According to Jake Paul, the Total sales from this fight, including sponsorship, could reach 300 million US dollars. “That would really excite me, and it’s a $300 million event,” he said. “So, Mike, if you see this, let's have fun. New school versus old school, I think that's something the fans want to see.”

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However, Mike Tyson would earn significantly less for a fight against Jake Paul. According to UFC legend Henry Cejudo Iron Mike could earn up to $20 million for this fighteven more if he wins.