JAKE PAUL is not afraid of a fight against Mike Tyson, despite the 30-year age difference.
The prizefighter-turned YouTuber announced that he would be returning to professional fighting on August 13.
Jake Paul is training for his next fight
Tyson, the heavyweight icon, is on his top wishlist. He had a surprise comeback fight in 2020.
Paul spoke out about any health concerns that might arise for Iron Mike, 55 years old, before Amanda Serrano's superfight with Katie Taylor.
SunSport asked him: "Have y'e seen him?"
"The guy is still explosive, you clearly saw him go eight rounds with Roy Jones Jr., one of the best ever.
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He is still strong, fast, and capable of taking a punch.
In his first fight in 15-years, Tyson won eight rounds against Jones Jr., a boxing legend.
The Reformed Baddest Man On The Planet later lost interest and opted to not fight for hangers-on in an attempt to make a profit.
This was until Joe Rogan called out 5-0 Paul while podcasting, when he most recently knocked Tyron Woodley out.
FREE BETTING AND SIGN-UP DEALS - THE BEST NEW CUSTOMER OFFERINGSWoodley, 40 years old, was only filling in after Tommy Fury (22), pulled out with a broken bone and a chest infection.
Paul did not rule out Fury in a rescheduled grudge bout, but he acknowledged Tyson and Anderson Silva (47), are being considered.
He stated: "There's definitely an opportunity, he's listed.
"But we have bigger names right now. Anderson Silva is one of them, Mike Tyson is another.
"We want Anderson to perform and, at the end the day, I want as many pay-per views as possible.
"So Tommy doesn't bring much to the table. His brother is a better promoter that him than his dad, and his father is a better marketer than him.
"I'm giving him attention and money, but he would have to wait until he turns 25-0 before he could get a payday that is comparable to what I would give."
Paul defeated Fury's replacement Woodley in December after previously beating the MMA star on points.
It was KOs that were won over gamer AnEsonGib, an ex-NBA player Nate Robinson (37), and Ben Askren (37), respectively.
Paul has already started training for his summer return to boxing after he began camp ahead of schedule.
He said, "I don't seem to be able stay out of the gym." I am always working out.
"Even though I was on the break, it was still me jogging or doing whatever.
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"I don't know, but I feel like my body craves the workout and the feeling of being at the gym.
"So, yes, I always start my camps way sooner than expected.
