Tyson Fury just made waves in the boxing world by backing Jake Paul over Anthony Joshua and even his own brother, Tommy Fury. The former world champion didn't hold back in a recent interview, throwing his support behind the influencer-turned-boxer.
Fury went all in, betting $1 million that Paul could beat Joshua in a hypothetical matchup. He said Paul's got the same aggressive mindset and promotional skills as Mike Tyson, drawing a comparison between the two.
"Jake Paul's got that killer instinct. He knows how to sell a fight and get people talking. That's what boxing needs right now. I think he'd give AJ a run for his money, no doubt about it."
This statement left many fans stunned. Joshua's followers got fired up on social media, while Paul's supporters celebrated the unexpected endorsement.
Fury's comments didn't just ruffle feathers - they set off a firestorm in the boxing community. By backing Paul over his own brother Tommy and Joshua, Fury's made it clear he thinks the sport's changing.
The traditional boxing world often looks down on figures like Jake Paul. But Fury's words suggest that popularity and spectacle might be just as important as technique and experience these days.
All this talk comes as Paul gears up to face Mike Tyson in an upcoming fight. Critics say Tyson's risking his legacy, but supporters see it as a chance for the legend to show he's still got it.
Fury's surprising stance has got everyone talking about where boxing's headed. He's questioning the place of established boxers and shining a light on the new generation coming up. Whether you agree with him or not, Fury's certainly shaken things up in the boxing world.
