The blockbuster showdown between social media superstar Jake Paul and boxing legend Mike Tyson is finally happening this week.

The world was stunned when it was announced that the two would face each other in an officially sanctioned professional fight that will be shown live on Netflix.

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YouTuber Paul, 27, formerly a boxer announced the surprise conflict Out of the blue with the 58-year-old former undisputed heavyweight champion, with no leaks or rumors before the fight even started.

The date of July 20 was announced, but there were medical problems Tyson saw it postponedwith Paul knocks out Mike Perry instead to move to 11-1.

paulHis second professional fight was on the undercard of Tyson’s exhibition bout. Roy Jones Jr. He fought twice this year in 2020 and also defeated Ryan Bourland. first round stoppage In March.

But there is no reserve fight for Paul this time, meaning it’s all or nothing regarding his opponent’s fitness.

tysonMeanwhile, who was once one of them most destructive heavyweights He hasn’t been in the ring for four years.

‘Iron Mike’ impressed in training was willing to get physical At the press conference in New York with the man who is 31 years younger than him.

The American had to postpone the last match due to an ulcer flare-up, but he is now over that and ready to step under the lights once again.

Paul vs Tyson: Date and start time

This clash will take place on Friday, November 15.

The event at AT&T Stadium, which can accommodate 80,000 spectators, will start at 01:00 UK time on Saturday morning.

No official time has been given yet for Paul vs Tyson, but they are tipped to go head-to-head at 4pm GMT, with the lightweight title fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano scheduled for 3am.

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As it is, because it is still one sanctioned professional boxing match competed in eight two-minute rounds despite Paul’s offer to increase each round by one minute.

Each fighter will use 14-ounce gloves, but knockout titles are not allowed. The result will also affect professional boxing records.

But due to ongoing concerns about Tyson’s health, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation may decide to downgrade it to an exhibition.

This bout will take place in Tyson’s heavyweight class; This will be the first step into boxing’s headlines for Paul, who usually works at cruiserweight (200lbs).

In October, Paul confirmed: Expected to be 220 lbs. He will be 15 lbs lighter than Tyson anticipated on fight night.

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Paul vs. Tyson: Undercard

Changes can be made…

Ireland’s superstar Katie Taylor will face Amanda Serrano once again in the co-main event.

Taylor defeated Serrano via split decisions in April 2022 at Madison Square Garden in New York in a truly epic match.

Taylor said: “This is the rematch the world wants to see.

“The first fight in New York was absolutely epic and much more than expected and I am sure the rematch will be no different.”

Meanwhile, Mario Barrios will defend his WBC heavyweight title against Abel Ramos.

Elsewhere, fast-rising unbeaten prospect Lucas Bahdi has a new opponent after Corey Marksman withdraws from injury.

• MAIN EVENT: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson
• Katie Taylor (c) vs. Amanda Serrano – for the WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO and The Ring lightweight titles
• Mario Barrios (c) vs. Abel Ramos – for the WBC heavyweight title
• Neeraj Goyat vs Whindersson Nunes
• Shadasia Green vs. Melinda Watpool
• Lucas Bahdi vs. Armando Casamonica
• Bruce Carrington vs. Dana Coolwell

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Paul vs Tyson: What was said?

Paul has no concerns about Tyson’s fitness and ability to compete in the fight.

He said: “I’m not worried. It’s going great.

“Behind the scenes he’s very healthy and feeling great, so that’s what we’re focused on and there’s no substitute (opponent) right now.”

And Tyson feels like he’s going to knock Paul out.

He said: “As soon as I catch this guy, he’s going to run around the ring.

“The moment I catch this man, it’ll be over. I’ll destroy you.”

Meanwhile, promoter Eddie Hearn slammed the Texas bout, saying it was ‘dangerous and disrespectful to boxing’.

Hearn will be on hand to support Taylor in her rematch against Serrano, but has promised to leave the arena before the main event.

He said: “The truth is that 20 years ago when Mike Tyson retired from the sport he was shot and completely finished. “It was really sad to watch that 20 years ago.

“I look up to him. He’s one of my favorite fighters, one of the best of all time. But he’s a 58-year-old man. You just have to talk to him and look at him to know this man.” He should never be in the ring again.

“If I were Jake Paul, I’d be a little embarrassed to be honest with you. It’s a freedom.

“This is dangerous, irresponsible and, in my opinion, disrespectful to the sport of boxing.

“Everybody loves a dollar bill, including me, but sometimes the green-eyed monster can make you some bad decisions, and I guess this is one of them.”

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