Dana White has voiced strong opposition to the proposed fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, labeling the matchup as “ridiculous.” The UFC president did not hold back his criticism during an appearance on Andrew Schulz’s Flagrant podcast, expressing his disdain for the potential bout.
White stated, “Jake Paul’s 27, he’s in his f******* prime. No one wants to see Mike get beat by this f****** j*** off. When this fight happens Tyson will be 58 f****** years old. Under any circumstances, an almost 60-year-old man shouldn’t be fighting a 27-year-old guy under any circumstances… it’s just f****** ridiculous.”
His comments reflect the concerns many have about the physical disparity and safety implications of pitting a nearly 60-year-old boxing legend against a much younger opponent.
As speculation about the fight continues, White’s strong stance adds to the ongoing debate about the ethics and appeal of such celebrity matches in the boxing world.
