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Mike Tyson has publicly responded to a taunt from Jake Paul in which the latter wagered an extra $5 million if the former heavyweight champ could last more than four rounds in the ring with him.

Paul offered up the bet in a TikTok video in which he was lying on the couch while stacking piles of money onto his fat suit-covered stomach.

The ‘Problem Child’ has posted multiple videos with the fat suit for reasons known only to himself.

“Mikey Mikey. If you can last more than four rounds with me, I’ll give you an extra $5 million,” Paul said in the video.

Making it worse is what happens to Tyson should he lose the bet and fall before the fifth round.

“But, if you don’t, then you have to get a tattoo that says ‘I love Jake Paul.’ Deal or no deal?” he asked.

@betr Deal or no deal 🤔 #miketyson #jakepaul #boxing #paultyson ♬ original sound – Betr

Mike Tyson Ups The Ante

The battle between Jake Paul and “Iron” Mike Tyson is scheduled for Friday, November 15th at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

For the most part, Tyson seemed rather indifferent towards Paul’s antics. He dismissed the notion that perhaps his opponent isn’t taking him very seriously.

In fact, he suggests Paul better be taking him seriously.

“I think he’s taking it very seriously because his health depends on it. I’m not looking past him. I’m not taking it lightly at all,” said Tyson.

As for the bet, the ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ advised upping the stakes.

“He should offer more,’’ Tyson told USA Today. “Tell him probably about 20 (million).”

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Gives Update On Health Scare That Postponed Fight

Originally set for July 20th, the fight was postponed due to Mike Tyson experiencing health issues related to an ulcer flare-up. The incident made boxing fans take a second look at the boxing legend’s vulnerability.

He now states that he is ulcer-free and ready to go. Though, he admitted that a poor diet is what was behind the flareup.

“I was doing too much bad food and stuff, and I got sick,” he told DailyMail.com.

Three weeks ago, the 58-year-old didn’t exactly quell many concerns about his health when he suggested he was having trouble walking after workouts.

Tyson said things are “a little shaky now” and “it’s hard to walk right now,’’ but “two months from now I’m going to be perfect.’’

Prominent sports personalities came forward and openly wondered what Tyson was thinking in taking the fight.

Hulk Hogan, one of the most legendary characters in professional wrestling history, said Paul appears to be “too strong” and worried that he “might kill” Tyson.

Hopefully, it’s after the fourth round so he can at least collect the $5 million.

Rusty Weiss is a lifelong NFL and MLB fan (Cowboys/Dodgers) and sometimes fan of college basketball (Xavier). Rusty is ... More about Rusty Weiss
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