Oscar De La Hoya’s Praying For Mike Tyson In opposition to ‘Actual Fighter’ Jake Paul

Jake Paul‘s combating Mike Tyson in July, and many individuals are fearful about The Drawback Kid’s security. However, it is Iron Mike who ought to really be involved, in accordance with the legendary Oscar De la Hoya.

TMZ Sports activities bumped into the Corridor of Fame boxer in New York Metropolis final week, and we requested ODLH concerning the upcoming scrap between 57-year-old Tyson and 27-year-old Paul.

“I’m gonna pray for Mike Tyson, ’cause I love Mike Tyson. I think Jake Paul, look, he’s a real fighter. He really is. It’s a dangerous fight. Mike Tyson, be careful, please,” De La Hoya advised us.

In fact, most individuals have taken the other method … warning Jake that he may very well be severely harm by Mike, arguably probably the most feared boxer ever.

Paul final fought firstly of March, simply dealing with boxer (17-2) Ryan Bourland, knocking him out within the first spherical.

The Bourland bout got here on the heels of Jake’s scrap in opposition to Andre August (10-1-1), who was additionally overwhelmed by a first-round knockout.

Tyson, for his half, final fought in an exhibition battle in opposition to Roy Jones Jr. in June 2020 … a battle card through which JP was additionally concerned (Paul KO’d former NBA star Nate Robinson that evening). Mike and Roy’s battle wasn’t scored.

Iron Mike’s final skilled battle was method again in 2005 … when he misplaced to Kevin McBride.

We additionally requested Oscar if a loss to Jake might break his legacy.

“No, Mike Tyson is cemented, legacy, forever,” De La Hoya stated, including, “Mike Tyson will be the man forever.”