Anderson Silva shouldn't let Jake Paul's respectful manner get to his head, says Kamaru Usman
Kamaru Usman has warned Anderson Silva not to be fooled by Jake Paul's respectful behavior.
Paul treated Silva with the utmost reverence throughout the build-up to their upcoming fight. It was a complete departure from how 'The Problem Child' interacted with his previous opponents.
As far as Usman is concerned, however, Silva should not let his cordial relationship with Paul get to his head. During an interview with TMZ Sports, the former UFC welterweight champ said:
"For me personally, I think it's such a good fight on paper. But I think it's winnable for both guys. I think Anderson definitely has more experience where you could definitely frustrate and kind of make this guy retreat because you have way more experience to where you start to touch him and get in his head. And of course, he looks up to you. You big papi to him."
Usman added that Jake Paul's kindness goes out the window once he enters the ring with Anderson Silva. 'The Nigerian Nightmare' furthered:
"But at the same time, don't let being big papi go to your head because these young guns now they don't care. They'll come out there and they'll knock your head off. So I think it's definitely a winnable fight for both guys. I just can't wait to see it."
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Anderson Silva agrees to launch fighter advocacy group with Jake Paul
Jake Paul challenged Anderson Silva to an interesting bet ahead of their clash on Saturday.
But unlike the mean-spirited wagering terms Paul offered Tyron Woodley, his new bet is one that could benefit MMA fighters. During a pre-fight press conference held Thursday at Gila River Arena, Paul told his opponent:
"I have a bet. I have a bet. I have a bet for you, Anderson. It’s a good one. It’s a good one. So, look. If you win, I’ll give you something that you probably want."
Before Paul could lay out his terms, Silva interjected by saying he wouldn't be accepting any deal involving tattoos. Paul initially offered to fight Silva in an MMA bout if 'The Spider' wins on Saturday. But Silva wasn't too keen on the idea, so Paul offered a kickboxing match instead. He continued:
"But if I win, me and you come together to create a united fighters' association to help UFC fighters get better pay and better healthcare. You become the interim president. We unite to help these fighters once and for all."
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Silva unhesistantly accepted the offer and both men shook hands afterwards.