In an unexpected twist, social media sensation Elle Brooke has voiced her support for Jake Paul in his upcoming match against boxing legend Mike Tyson. The 26-year-old, who has transitioned from TikTok stardom to professional boxing, shared her thoughts exclusively with Mirror .
Brooke, set to face BKFC star Jenny Savage at the Utilita Arena in Newcastle on September 14, expressed her hope that Paul would secure a decisive victory over Tyson. “By being the younger, fitter person, that’s how he gets it done,” Brooke stated, highlighting the significant age gap between the two competitors.
The highly anticipated bout between Paul, 27, and Tyson, 58, is scheduled for November 15 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Initially planned for July, the match was postponed due to a health issue Tyson experienced.
Paul, who rose to fame through social media platforms like Vine and YouTube, has carved out an impressive 9-1 boxing record since his debut in 2020. His only loss came in a split decision against Tommy Fury in February 2023.
Brooke acknowledged the challenges Paul faces, regardless of the outcome. “I hope he does [win] to make a statement because a lot of people are going to be doubting him,” she said. However, she also noted the potential backlash, adding, “But then he’s going to get a lot of criticism… ‘You defeated a 60-year-old, what does that prove?’ So Jake can’t win.”
Tyson, who hasn’t competed professionally since June 2005 (excluding a 2020 exhibition bout with Roy Jones Jr.), remains a formidable figure in boxing history. However, questions about his current form and fitness linger.
Paul’s previous victories over former UFC stars like Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva, Nate Diaz, and Ben Askren have drawn criticism for targeting older opponents arguably past their prime. Silva was 47 when he lost to Paul, while Diaz was 38, and Woodley was 39 when he suffered a knockout in their 2021 rematch.
As the boxing world eagerly anticipates this unconventional matchup, Brooke’s comments add another layer of intrigue to an already controversial event. Whether Paul can prove his detractors wrong and make the statement Brooke hopes for remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: all eyes will be on Arlington come November 15.
