Jake Paul is gearing up for his highly anticipated match against boxing legend Mike Tyson. Speaking to TMZ Sports, Paul explained he needs to “channel that Mike Tyson energy” to defeat the former heavyweight champion because “the legend must fall.”

Paul expressed confidence and said he will have “absolutely” no hesitation about going right at Tyson despite their age difference, asserting that Iron Mike would do the same.

The curiosity of seeing Tyson in a boxing ring again is one of the main selling points for this showdown. He will turn 58 years old on June 30, three weeks before the fight.

Tyson hasn’t fought professionally since June 2005 when he lost to Kevin McBride. His last bout was an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. that ended in a split draw on November 28, 2020. The last time Tyson won a fight, either professional or exhibition, was in February 2003 when he knocked out Clifford Etienne in the first round.

Paul, 27, holds a 9-1 record in 10 professional bouts. Most of his fights have been against opponents well past their prime or from different sports.

Despite Tyson’s age, he still possesses the power to score a knockout if he can land a solid punch on Paul.

Paul and Tyson will face off on July 20 in the main event at AT&T Stadium.