This summer, get ready for an electrifying showdown as boxing legend Mike Tyson steps back into the ring to face Jake Paul in an unexpected crossover bout.
It’s been four years since Tyson’s last exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr., and nearly two decades since his final professional fight against Kevin McBride in 2005. Don’t miss this epic clash between two titans of the sport!
The announcement of Mike Tyson facing Jake Paul in July came as a massive surprise, especially considering Tyson’s age of 58 at the time of the fight and the venue being the 80,000-capacity AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Paul gained attention after knocking out former basketball player Nate Robinson on the undercard of Tyson’s exhibition with Jones, boasting a professional record of 9-1. While his sole defeat was against Tommy Fury, Paul’s victories have predominantly been against former MMA stars and lesser-known boxers.
The fight will be promoted by Paul’s company Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), marking another step in his boxing journey as he aims to become a world champion.
Reflecting on the opportunity, Paul expressed his astonishment: “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard. Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons.”
With his sights set on championship glory, Paul added, “This will be the fight of a lifetime.”
Paul vs Tyson date, start time, venue and ring walks
Mark your calendars! Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson is set to take place on Saturday, July 20, 2024, at the iconic AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys.
While exact timings for the event have yet to be confirmed, it’s worth noting that Arlington is five hours behind UK time. Therefore, the main event is anticipated to begin at approximately 4am GMT in the early hours of Sunday morning for viewers in the UK. Get ready for an unforgettable night of boxing action!
How to watch Paul vs Tyson
The highly anticipated bout between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will be broadcasted live on Netflix, marking the platform’s debut into the world of live boxing.
This move reflects Netflix’s growing interest in sports content, following recent events such as The Netflix Cup, featuring golf and Formula One stars in November, and The Netflix Slam, which saw Carlos Alcaraz face Rafael Nadal in an exhibition tennis match earlier this month in Las Vegas.
Stay tuned as Netflix ventures into the realm of live sports broadcasting, promising an immersive viewing experience for fans worldwide.
Paul vs Tyson rules
The nature of the bout, whether it will be an exhibition or sanctioned as a professional contest, remains uncertain.
While Derek Chisora has suggested that both fighters will wear headguards and use 18lbs gloves, Jake Paul’s business partner Nakisa Bidarian dismissed these claims, stating on social media, “Unequivocally there is no headgear for Paul vs Tyson. Haters spreading fake news, but it won’t stop the tens of millions of views.”
Details regarding the number and length of rounds have yet to be released, although Mike Tyson’s exhibition with Roy Jones Jr. featured eight two-minute rounds.
Although reports indicate that both fighters are keen for it to be a professional bout, the final decision lies with the Texas commission. Stay tuned for further updates on this highly anticipated event.
