Anthony Joshua makes Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul prediction and admits he’s ‘praying’ for one of them

ANTHONY JOSHUA has picked the winner of the upcoming blockbuster fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul.

Boxing legend Tyson, 57, returns to the ring for the first time since 2020 to face social media star Paul, 27, on July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

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Fans are waiting to see how Iron Mike will fare at his advanced age after rolling credits on his glittering 20-year career in 2005 with a staggering 50 wins and only six losses in 58 fights under his belt.

However, Joshua believes the American great’s years will catch up on him against his much younger opponent whom he expect to prevail.

In fact, the British bruiser is “praying” that Tyson doesn’t get hurt against the YouTuber, who has only faced one boxer in Tommy Fury ever since switching social media for boxing and lost.

Joshua told The Jonathan Ross Show: “He’s [Tyson] older now. I pray that he comes out healthy.

“I think Jake Paul because of youth – that’s the only thing.”

Joshua is a big fan of influencer boxing as he is adamant it brings more attention to the sport.

AJ acknowledged the “boxing hardcores'” disdain but insists these sorts of events have really helped the sport grow.

Joshua added: “I personally think it’s really good.

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“I think the boxing hardcores, they don’t like it because they think ‘Why are they disrespecting our sport?’

“But I think that person brings all these people into boxing which benefits everyone else. Everyone viewing helps.”

Joshua is now awaiting for his next opponent after beating Francis Ngannou last month and is eyeing May’s undisputed bout between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.