Hollywood superstar Mark Wahlberg previews upcoming Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing match: "He's a dear friend"
The Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson bout just received a celebrity prediction from world-renowned actor Mark Wahlberg. The Hollywood mainstay recently spoke to Clocked N' Loaded on YouTube, where he made no illusions over who he is supporting come fight night.
Not only is Wahlberg favoring Tyson to win, he hopes to see one more vintage 'Iron Mike' knockout if the heavyweight great can indeed beat Paul, who is 31 years his junior.
"Look, I'd like to see the old Mike coming out one more time, oner-rounder. I just hope nobody gets hurt. I always watch Mike on pay-per-view, people always complain, 'Oh, it went one round. It wasn't worth your money.' Always have my money's worth when watching Mike. He's a dear friend. Hopefully he's going to be be healthy, does the old Mike thing one more time."
Check out Mark Wahlberg's thoughts on Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson (0:17):
In his prime, Tyson was known for being one of the most gifted boxers in the sport's history. However, he was also feared for his ruthlessness and crushing knockout power, which eventually overshadowed the attention that his otherworldly skills drew as he went on to become the youngest-ever heavyweight champion.
Mark Wahlberg isn't the only actor to preview Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson
Action movie legend and respected martial artist Michael Jai White took part in a VLAD TV interview several months ago, during which he offered his thoughts on the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson matchup.
Not only does he favor 'Iron Mike' to win, he believes Paul's defensive issues will create openings for Tyson.
"Big guys would hold Mike. Guys with long reach, that outweigh him. People that's Mike's weight? Mike's center of gravity? I don't think there's anything that's gonna stop him. Mike hits him [Jake Paul] in the body, the body doesn't move that much. I don't see how Jake survives a body attack."
Check out Michael Jai White's prediction for Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson (0:53):
Tyson was a ferocious body puncher throughout his career, and if he can turn back the clock one last time come fight night, White's predictions may very well come true. Many, however, are apprehensive.