Evander Holyfield Drops Bombshell on Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: "Never Thought I'd Say This"

Evander Holyfield has weighed in on the upcoming fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson. The former heavyweight champion, who has a unique perspective having fought Tyson twice and trained with Paul, shared his thoughts on the match set for November 15 at AT&T; arena in Texas.

The fight has got people talking. Tyson, now in his late 50s, is making a comeback after back-to-back losses in 2005. He'll face Paul, a 27-year-old YouTuber turned pro boxer who's been making waves in the cruiserweight division.

Holyfield knows Tyson well. They first met in the ring in 1996 when Holyfield won by knockout in the 11th round. Their second fight ended in controversy when Tyson was disqualified for biting Holyfield's ear. That incident remains one of boxing's most infamous moments.

As for Paul, Holyfield has seen him up close. The young fighter visited Holyfield's gym, leaving a good impression. Holyfield said in an interview:

"Paul acted as a good student. He can really fight. Paul has a good foundation in boxing."

When it comes to the fight itself, Holyfield sees advantages for both men. He broke down the match-up, saying:

"I don't know how much confidence that Jake Paul has and all of that, but he's gonna be a lot quicker. If he stays close to Mike then his chance of winning is gonna be great, but if he tries to stay back from Mike he's gonna get caught."

Holyfield pointed out Paul's speed advantage but questioned his ability to take a punch. He also noted Tyson's punching power could be a game-changer.

The fight will stream live on Netflix, marking a new era for boxing broadcasts. It's a big stage for both fighters, with Paul looking to prove himself against a legend and Tyson aiming to show he's still got it.

Tyson has even hinted at a possible rematch, adding another layer of intrigue to an already fascinating matchup. As the fight date approaches, fans and experts alike will be eager to see if Holyfield's analysis proves correct.