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Iron Mike at Risk
Mike Tyson's highly anticipated fight with Jake Paul might be in jeopardy as the former heavyweight champion faces the possibility of being replaced due to medical concerns.
Former Champ Ready to Replace
If Tyson is unable to pass additional pre-fight medical tests required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, former world champion Sakio Bika is prepared to step in and take his place.
Tyson's Nervousness
Tyson, who returned to the ring in 2020 for an exhibition match with Roy Jones Jr., has admitted to feeling "scared to death" about his upcoming fight with Jake Paul.
Champion's Challenge to Paul
Bika stated, "If someone like Jake Paul or his brother would really like to test himself against a recent world champion, I am always ready to fight. I can fight Jake Paul at any weight he wants."
Tyson's Fear of Adversity
Tyson opened up about his fear of the upcoming challenge, saying, "I always believed that adversity and nervousness pretty much catapulted me into success. If I didn't have these feelings, I wouldn't go into this fight."
