Mike Tyson and Jake Paul Arrive for Fight
Tyson Ready to Make a Statement
Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson arrived in Los Angeles on Thursday for his highly anticipated boxing match against YouTube star Jake Paul.
Tyson, 54, looked focused and determined as he stepped off the plane wearing a black tracksuit and baseball cap. He was accompanied by his entourage, including his trainer, Rafael Cordeiro.
"I'm here to make a statement," Tyson said to reporters. "I'm going to show the world that I'm still the baddest man on the planet."
Paul Confident of Victory
Paul, 24, also arrived in Los Angeles on Thursday. He was greeted by a throng of fans and reporters at the airport.
Paul, who is undefeated in his professional boxing career, expressed confidence that he would defeat Tyson.
"I'm going to shock the world," Paul said. "I'm going to beat Mike Tyson and prove that I'm the real deal."
Fight Expected to Draw Record Audience
The Tyson-Paul fight is expected to draw a record audience. It will be broadcast live on pay-per-view on Saturday night.
Analysts predict that the fight could generate more than $100 million in revenue.
Tyson and Paul Have Traded Barbs
Tyson and Paul have traded barbs in the lead-up to the fight.
Tyson has called Paul a "punk" and a "clown." Paul has responded by calling Tyson an "old man" and a "dinosaur."
Tyson's Last Fight Was in 2005
Tyson's last fight was in 2005, when he lost to Kevin McBride in the sixth round.
Paul's last fight was in April, when he defeated Ben Askren in the first round.
Tyson is a Heavy Favorite
Tyson is a heavy favorite to defeat Paul.
Tyson has more experience, power, and size than Paul.
However, Paul is younger and faster than Tyson.
Fight Could Be a Surprise
Despite the odds being in Tyson's favor, the fight could be a surprise.
Paul is a skilled boxer with a lot of potential.
Tyson is older and has not fought in over 15 years.