Hulk Hogan has had a dramatic change of heart regarding the much-anticipated bout between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson. Initially excited about the matchup set for November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Texas, Hogan has now voiced his deep concerns over the fight.

Hogan’s shift in opinion came after observing Paul’s recent sparring sessions. Paul, 31 years younger than Tyson, is the heavy favorite in this high-stakes clash. Tyson, the 58-year-old former heavyweight champion, hasn’t fought professionally since 2005 and is facing scrutiny due to his age and health issues.

On Logan Paul’s podcast, Hogan expressed his fears for Tyson’s well-being: “Your brother is too strong,” he said. “Last night, as soon as I saw him set the guy up with the left and keep going over with the overhand right, I was like, ‘Oh my God!’ I mean, really, really scary.”

Hogan had previously been enthusiastic about the fight, calling it the ‘Fight of the Century’ and suggesting Tyson could defy expectations. His initial excitement included a belief that Tyson, despite his age, could still surprise the world with his prowess.

However, after seeing Paul’s training footage, Hogan’s optimism has turned to genuine concern. “I love Mike to death,” Hogan said. “I don’t want him to kill Mike, Jesus.”

Despite this change of heart, Paul remains defiant and dismisses criticisms of the matchup. “It’s disrespectful to Mike, first and foremost,” Paul stated. He believes that if Tyson wants the fight and is willing to make it a professional bout, then it’s worth pursuing. Paul also pointed out his significant physical advantage, emphasizing that Tyson’s training videos and presence indicate he’s still a formidable opponent.

As the fight approaches, the debate continues about whether this bout is a legitimate challenge or an ill-advised spectacle. Both fighters are confident, but the conversation around the fight remains polarized, with concerns about Tyson’s health casting a shadow over the event.