Dana White expresses concern for Mike Tyson before the Jake Paul fight, as UFC chief criticizes Netflix.


Dana White expresses concern for Mike Tyson before the Jake Paul fight, as UFC chief criticizes Netflix.
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Age Gap Showdown

UFC president Dana White has raised alarm over Mike Tyson's upcoming bout against Jake Paul, highlighting the significant age gap between the two fighters.

Return to the Ring

The former undisputed heavyweight champion, Tyson, is set to make a comeback in July for a surprising clash with the YouTuber-turned-boxer, Paul. The fight is scheduled to be streamed live on Netflix on July 20.

White's Worries

Expressing his concerns, White, a close friend of Tyson, questions the decision for the 58-year-old boxing legend to enter the ring against a much younger opponent like Paul.

Criticism of Crossover Fights

White, known for his criticism of crossover and influencer fights, remains skeptical about the trend of such matchups, regardless of Tyson's participation.


Dana White expresses concern for Mike Tyson before the Jake Paul fight, as UFC chief criticizes Netflix.
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Boxing Background

Tyson, who retired from professional boxing in 2005, made a return to the sport in 2020 for an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. On the other hand, Paul has been active in the boxing scene, with recent wins under his belt.