Jake Paul’s mother, Pam Stepnick, is deeply concerned about her son’s upcoming bout with boxing legend Mike Tyson. The highly anticipated fight is set to take place on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, where ‘The Problem Child’ will face off against ‘Iron Mike’ in a professional heavyweight contest.
Originally scheduled for July 20, the match was postponed after Tyson was deemed medically unfit to fight due to an ulcer flare-up. Now, with the fight back on, concerns are mounting about the health risks for Tyson, who at 58 years old, is significantly older than the 27-year-old Paul. Despite the age gap, recent training footage of Tyson has left fans and insiders alike stunned by his impressive speed and precision, attributes more typical of a boxer in their 20s.
Tyson’s resurgence has not only impressed the boxing community but also worried Paul’s family. In recent videos shared on social media, Tyson appears in top form, delivering rapid and powerful punches during training sessions. These brief but intense clips have been enough to unsettle Paul’s mother, who, despite her fears, will attend the fight alongside Paul’s girlfriend, Jutta Leerdam.
“My mom is really scared,” Paul revealed during a press event in Washington DC. “She keeps asking if I’m ready and asking my team if I’m ready. She’s seen Tyson’s Instagram videos and just isn’t liking it. Mike looks scary and big… his videos look crazy.”
Despite her apprehension, Pam Stepnick remains a constant figure at ringside, showing unwavering support for her son. Jake Paul is set to earn a staggering $40 million from this fight, pushing his total career earnings in boxing close to $100 million—a remarkable feat for someone who transitioned from YouTube stardom to professional boxing just four years ago.
Reflecting on his journey, Paul said, “I’ve already exceeded all my own expectations in life and boxing. So whatever happens next is just gravy. I’m having fun and trying to inspire other kids because I’m literally from Ohio. I grew up in a blue-collar family, and now I’m here. It just shows that if you want something, you’ve got to go for it.”
As fight night approaches, the world watches with bated breath, not just for the clash of two very different fighters but also to see if Jake Paul’s rise in the boxing world will continue or if Mike Tyson will deliver a reminder of why he remains one of the most formidable figures in boxing history.
