The highly anticipated boxing match between former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and social media star Jake Paul is set for November 15, 2024, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Originally scheduled for July 20, the fight was postponed due to Tyson’s health issues, specifically a stomach ulcer.
Regarded by many boxing fans as an uneven matchup, this exhibition will consist of eight two-minute rounds, using 14-ounce gloves, which are heavier than standard professional gloves to reduce impact.
Mike Tyson, now 58, is a boxing legend known for his ferocity in the ring. He became the youngest heavyweight champion at age 20 and has a professional record of 50 wins (44 by knockout) and 6 losses. His last official fight was in 2005, but he returned for an exhibition against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020.
Despite his age, Tyson has continually shocked fans with videos from his training sessions, where he continues to show that he still has that ability that once made him to be considered the most dangerous boxer in the world at a particular time.
Jake Paul, 27, transitioned from YouTube fame to boxing, holding a record of 10 wins (7 by knockout) and 1 loss. He began his professional career in 2020 and has faced various opponents, primarily from MMA backgrounds.
While no championship belts are on the line, both fighters will compete for a substantial prize of $40 million, along with the prestige of winning this high-profile bout. The event is expected to draw significant viewership, streaming exclusively on Netflix.
Tyson expressed excitement about facing Paul, humorously stating he aims to “finish what he started” when Paul fought on his undercard in 2020. In contrast, Paul is focused on the financial rewards and defeating a boxing icon, asserting, “I’m here to knock out a legend.”
Regardless of how critics feel about the pairing of the two fighters, it is no doubt still a fight to look forward to as the outcome, whichever way it goes, is sure to create a level of buzz we have not witnessed in boxing matches in a while.
