Tony Bellew mocks Jake Paul with 'next opponent' in Mike Tyson press conference

Former boxing and world champion Tony Bellew was kicked out of the press conference for Mike Tyson and Jake Paul's upcoming fight after mocking the YouTube sensation.

Tyson is set for a remarkable return to the boxing ring this week when he takes on Paul at AT&T Stadium in Texas. The fight was originally expected to take place earlier this year but had to be postponed due to an ulcer issue.

On Wednesday, a press conference was held to promote the bout, giving each fighter the final chance to gain a psychological advantage. However, Bellew grabbed the headlines with a public stunt with British bookmakers Paddy Power.

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After ESPN's Andreas Hale opened up the questions for the media, Bellow began speaking via his own mic to poke fun at Paul. "Doesn't matter what the question is," he said alongside an older gentleman wearing a green robe and gloves.

"Jake Paul, the biggest clown within boxing. If Mike lets you survive on Saturday night, then I've got your next opponent here, Jake."

Host Ariel Helwani responded by asking if it was Bellew or British UFC star Darren Till causing disruption. "It is Tony Bellew, Ariel," the Everton fan confirmed. "Ariel, if Mike lets him survive on Saturday night, I've got a great grandfather, not grandfather.

"This guy's got two hips, two new hips. So this guy is ready for him. He's 107, he's a great-grandfather. He's gonna give you the chance, I promise you."

The stunt comes after Bellew launched a partnership with Paddy Power which saw him scout England for Paul's next opponent. In the video, he visits a retirement home and tests some of its male residents' boxing skills.

Paul has received criticism for fighting MMA stars and other athletes past their primes. Tyson is 30 years his senior and hasn't fought for nearly 20 years, placing controversy over the seriousness over this week's fight.