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Jake Paul and Mike Tyson are training hard for their showdown, and fans are convinced the YouTuber could be in for a rough night.

Paul and Tyson have been documenting their preparations for their July 20 showdown, with heavyweight icon 'Iron Mike' attracting significant interest from his videos.

Tyson impressed fans with his power in training
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Tyson impressed fans with his power in training

Fans have been concerned for Tyson's fate in the fight from his training footage, including most recently his 30-yard dash that he is completing at the age of 57.

In a new comparison of their footage, Paul can be seen taking body shots from a sparring partner, before showing off his shots on the pads.

Former undisputed champion Tyson is then shown crashing the pads in three separate clips of his training alongside current coach Rafael Cordeiro.

And fans are convinced they have spotted an easy winner when the pair meet, with one writing: "One of these is about to be knocked spark out, and it isn't Mike Tyson."

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Another agreed: "Tyson is just different, I wouldn’t fight Tyson when he’s 90."

One viewer claimed: "Tyson out here looking like he’s training to bury someone. Meanwhile Jake Paul is looking like he belongs in a Planet Fitness fails compilation."

A fan suggested: "As a GenX, I strongly advise Jake for his own safety to cancel this match."

Another added: "If I were Jake Paul, I’d run."

Paul has been training in Puerto Rico for his fight with Tyson
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Paul has been training in Puerto Rico for his fight with Tyson

One final comment concluded: "What on earth is Jake Paul getting himself into?"

Paul shared a similar live reaction to Tyson's training footage, looking shocked by his power despite his age.

Mike Tyson sends serious warning to Jake Paul as he shows off his impressive speed in latest training footage

But he has made a confident prediction for the fight, which is not surprising given the 31-year age gap between the pair.

Although still possessing his power, Tyson has received medical warnings given his punch resistance will have significantly decreased.

The frightening puncher retired in 2005, and showed significant decline even at the back end of his career 19 years ago.

Despite concerns for both fighters, the duel is still expected to take place but Tyson has suggested it will be under exhibition rules.

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