In an unexpected turn of events, the boxing world is set to witness a clash of generations as YouTube sensation Jake Paul takes on the legendary Mike Tyson123. This heavyweight bout, scheduled for July 20, 2024, at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas34, has already stirred up a storm in the sports community.
- Date and Venue: The bout is scheduled to take place on July 20, 2024, at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas1.
- Streaming: The event will be streamed globally on Netflix1.
- Background: On November 3, 2023, it was reported that Netflix was considering streaming a boxing match involving Jake Paul1. On March 7, 2024, it was announced that Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions have partnered to host an event headlined by Paul facing former undisputed heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson1.
- Fight Card: The main card of the event is the heavyweight match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson1.
- Rules: The fight is reportedly set to be fought with headguards and a whopping 18oz gloves2.
- Public Reaction: Some fans have branded the rules of the match a ‘joke’2, while others have expressed concerns about Tyson’s age1.
This fight is certainly shaping up to be an interesting event in the world of boxing. Stay tuned for more updates as the date approaches! 🥊
The Contenders
Jake Paul, a 27-year-old social media star-turned-boxer, has built a significant fan following and turned professional in boxing four years ago5. With a record of 9 wins out of 10 fights, six of which were knockouts3, Paul has proven that he’s more than just a YouTube personality. His only loss came last year to Tommy Fury, half-brother of WBC heavyweight champ Tyson Fury5.
On the other side of the ring, we have Mike Tyson, the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987-905. Even at the age of 58, “Iron Mike” is a force to be reckoned with. Known for his ferocious and intimidating boxing style, Tyson has won 50 fights, 44 by knockout5.
The Showdown
The fight, which will be streamed globally on Netflix3, is being touted as a “full circle moment”5. It’s interesting to note that Paul’s second professional fight was on the undercard of the Tyson-Jones fight5. Now, he’s set to face Tyson himself.
Despite the 30-year age difference between the two boxers1, Paul seems confident about the upcoming match. He’s been quoted saying, “Time to put Iron Mike to sleep”5. Tyson, on the other hand, acknowledges Paul’s growth as a boxer and seems excited about the match5.
The Verdict
While some fans have branded the rules of the match a ‘joke’2, others have expressed concerns about Tyson’s age1. However, the anticipation surrounding the event is undeniable. Will the young YouTuber be able to knock out the seasoned champion? Or will Tyson’s experience and skill prove too much for Paul? Only time will tell.
As we count down the days to this ultimate showdown, one thing is for sure – the world will be watching.