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Daniel Cormier Weighs In on Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: ‘It Could Be an All-Time Backfire’

Daniel Cormier sees Jake Paul’s fight with Mike Tyson going one of two ways, and neither is particularly good for ‘The Problem Child.

Ever since Paul vs. Tyson was announced earlier this year, criticism has been lobbed at the pro boxing bout, much of it surrounding the significant age gap between the two generational superstars. By the time he steps into the ring for his first legitimate fight in nearly two decades, ‘Iron’ will be 58 years old.

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Daniel Cormier Weighs In on Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson: 'It Could Be an All-Time Backfire' 2

Despite being at a significant disadvantage against the 27-year-old Paul, many believe that Mike Tyson still packs the power necessary to put anyone’s lights out with one shot, including longtime UFC commentator Joe Rogan.