Jake Paul’s former opponent thinks ‘gas tank’ will betray Mike Tyson despite having knockout power

Daniel Cormier and Ben Askren sit down to discuss the possibilities of the controversial Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson matchup.

Jake Paul’s former opponent thinks ‘gas tank’ will betray Mike Tyson despite having knockout power

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson (Image via Imago)

Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is probably the most controversial fight of 2024. While many have condemned the matchup, people still wish to see what happens on the off chance that 58-year-old ‘Iron Mike’ knocks the living soul out of ‘The Problem Child’. Ben Askren and Daniel Cormier recently discussed the possibilities and Askren highlighted an interesting point regarding the matchup.

The two Olympic wrestlers recently sat down for a conversation on Daniel Cormier’s YouTube channel. Both expressed significant concerns about the fight, particularly due to Tyson’s age, who is facing a much younger Jake Paul. ‘DC’ highlighted Tyson’s power but also noted that age might limit his stamina, making it difficult for him to keep up with a more energetic opponent like Paul. Ben Askren echoed similar concerns.

One thing you probably retain is the power. So it's probably Mike Tyson needs to catch you. But the gas tank and all the other things to go along with it are definitely going downhill. Especially when you haven't doing it very competitively.
Ben Askren on Daniel Cormier’s YouTube channel
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Daniel Cormier described the matchup as a “lose-lose” situation for Jake Paul. He pointed out that even if Paul wins, beating a beloved figure like Tyson might not earn him any respect. It could even backfire massively if Tyson manages to knock him out. Overall, both Askren and Cormier are skeptical about the fight’s outcome and the potential risks it poses, particularly for Tyson.

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The heavyweight legend had to postpone the fight till November due to an in-flight medical emergency that happened earlier this year. While there are multiple arguments as to why this fight should not happen, at the end of the day Mike Tyson is fighting Jake Paul voluntarily. Therefore, it will be interesting to see what goes down in the octagon this November. 

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Daniel Cormier and Ben Askren talk about Joaquin Buckley waiting for ‘DC’ at UFC 307

Daniel Cormier and Ben Askren recently responded to Joaquin Buckley‘s remarks about hoping to run into Cormier at UFC 307 in Salt Lake City. The tension between Cormier and Buckley began earlier this year after Buckley’s post-fight interview following his win at UFC St. Louis, where he called out Conor McGregor.

Ben Askren and Daniel Cormier talk about Joaquin Buckley
Ben Askren and Daniel Cormier talk about Joaquin Buckley (Image via Imago/X)

Cormier had criticized this callout, leading to an online exchange between the two. Buckley later stated that he has been “praying to the MMA gods” to meet Cormier in person. On his YouTube channel, Cormier expressed disbelief that Buckley was still holding onto this issue.

Why are fighters so sensitive? It’s bad. I mean, it is bad. Like bro, you know that Joaquin Buckley has still been trying to fight me and pick on me? Bro, why? Why? Why?
Daniel Cormier on his YouTube channel

Ben Askren agreed with Cormier and suggested that Buckley might be trying to gain attention by clout chasing. Despite the ongoing tension, Cormier seems unbothered. However, it does add an enticing anticipation to the UFC 307 event later this October. 

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