By Yannis Mihanos: In recent years, boxing has lost its identity. New advisors, channels, and investors have entered the sport.
Tonight is a special night, and we will watch an event that was never supposed to happen.
Many rushed to describe the fight as a circus fight when it was announced.
Jake Paul, a celebrity turned into a fighter with a less-than-attractive boxing history, and Mike Tyson, 58, a veteran well past his prime.
It sounds outrageous for a 58-year-old man to beat a man at the peak of his youth, but we are speaking about Mike Tyson.
Mike Tyson is a man who has redeemed himself, rediscovering his passion and thirst for life.
Now, when it comes to boxing, he turned back to boxing four years ago in an exhibition fight against Roy Jones.
After that, he kept his interest warm for more boxing until this offer came.
Not many receive second chances in life, but I think for Tyson, God made an exception.
He let him have one last crack at glory.
Although no heavyweight title is at stake, it is an official fight, and it will be recorded in his boxing record as one.
Mike’s most significant asset has always been his ferocious punching power.
Punching power is the one thing that leaves the fighter last, and that is a fact.
“Kick This Rude Boy’s Backside”
Many people vouch for Mike to be victorious with a huge knockout.
And there is a reason for that. Paul is an improved boxer, but he doesn’t have the defensive moves of someone like Mayweather, so he cannot avoid getting hit. If you get hit by Mike Tyson, this is a problem.
For the first time in his career, Jake Paul may discover the humbling truth that you cannot underestimate a boxing legend. Despite his age, Mike Tyson can still do damage.
This article may be biased. Perhaps I’m too excited to see Mike again in the ring, but a solid performance will inspire many others to return to their passion, and boxing may recalibrate its identity.
Will Tyson Win?
Only God knows if that is the right moment for him. Maybe the script says he will lose gracefully, or it would be a draw or, as most of us hope, a significant victory for Mike.
No one knows what the outcome will be except God.
He is 58. So what?
Okay, he is 58. So what? Father time can be intimidating for all. Add to this what society tells you, and you have the result of many retiring prematurely.
They are giving up their dreams and passion and living mediocre lives.
I’m 52 and have a lot to give and many dreams to realize, so I continue.
Nobody expected to see Mike Tyson in the ring again since he retired twenty years ago.
At that time, he was in his worst condition physically and mentally, and Father Time had easily defeated him.
But not now. Now, he can fight with more heart, a better mind, and a reformed character.
Will this be enough to beat the much younger Paul?
In all honesty, I hope Mike finishes him, but even if he doesn’t, I will still be happy about him. To get this far is a massive achievement. He is a great inspiration for all of us.
Many hate Tyson’s guts to challenge a young stallion at this age and hope he will be humiliated, discouraging any other who dreams of doing similar things.
Spirit Over Matter
The spiritual element can make a difference in this fight. There is an internal power that he can channel, and it might turn the outcome in his favor.
Faith strengthens the body and mind.
Tyson now has a different aura. He has evolved. He has opened up himself to the infinite power of our creator, and this is something that cannot be made up because it is internal.
We have seen that happen a lot with the other Tyson. Tyson Fury became another man and defeated Wilder three times. The first time, officially a draw, was the biggest one. Wilder’s lethal punch floored him in the twelfth round, yet somehow, he found the strength to get up and finish the fight.
Since then, he has experienced more knockdowns but has always found a way to get up and continue in all his fights.
Time Stops Where Faith Starts
Time stops where faith starts. Those with faith have all the youth they need to accomplish the most impossible tasks.
Those who don’t are the ones who feel more often old and weak.
I will close this article by thanking God for this fight happening.
Everyone must tune in, the haters and the fans, and hopefully, they will all become one at the end of this fight.
