The boxing world is abuzz as former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson gears up to face YouTube star-turned-pro boxer Jake Paul in an eight-round bout this Friday. The match, Netflix’s inaugural sporting event, has captivated audiences, drawing attention from both fans and critics.
At 27, Jake Paul has rapidly ascended the boxing ranks, transitioning from social media fame to a respected athletic career. Boasting a professional record of 10-1 with seven knockouts, Paul solidified his position with a recent win over Mike Perry in July.
Facing Paul is the legendary Mike Tyson, 58, renowned for his storied and fierce career. This match marks Tyson’s first official fight since 2005, following his retirement and a 2020 exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. Despite his age, Tyson remains determined to demonstrate his enduring prowess with a record of 50-6 and 44 knockouts.
Paul even confidently proposed spontaneous bets to other fighters at the event, betting on the fight’s outcome.
As the fight approaches, all eyes are on Tyson and Paul, whose impending clash has ignited widespread interest. The event, rescheduled from July 20 due to Tyson’s health issues, will now unfold at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, before an anticipated sell-out crowd of 70,000. Tickets are still available in limited numbers.
The main card starts at 8 p.m. ET, featuring a co-main event rematch between Ireland’s Katie Taylor and Puerto Rico’s Amanda Serrano for the undisputed super lightweight world title.
