The much-anticipated bout between former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and YouTube sensation Jake Paul has been rescheduled for November 15, following Tyson’s health issues that led to the postponement from the original July date.
The fight will still take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys, as announced by promoters on Friday.
Tyson, who experienced health concerns during a flight last month, required medical attention due to an “ulcer flare up,” prompting doctors to advise reduced training for several weeks, ultimately leading to the postponement.
However, Tyson expressed gratitude to the medical staff and event organizers for their support, affirming his intention to resume training shortly and predicting the same outcome whenever the fight takes place – a knockout victory over Jake Paul.
Scheduled for eight two-minute rounds, the professional fight will be sanctioned by Texas boxing officials and streamed on Netflix, maintaining the anticipated showdown’s high profile.
Despite concerns raised by some, including former heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder, about Tyson’s safety in the ring, Tyson himself deemed the decision to return for this fight against Paul as a “no-brainer.”
As anticipation builds for this clash between boxing legend and social media star, fans await eagerly for November 15 to witness what promises to be an unforgettable event in the world of combat sports.
