A highly anticipated boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul has been officially sanctioned as a competitive bout rather than an exhibition, set to take place in Texas this summer. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation has given the green light for the fight, which will be held on July 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington.
The event will see 27-year-old Jake Paul, a social media personality turned boxer, face off against the legendary 57-year-old Mike Tyson, who last fought in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020. This upcoming fight will be a professional bout with a referee and judges, and the results will be recorded in the fighters' professional records, making it a legitimate competitive showdown.
Unlike traditional professional boxing matches, this fight is scheduled for eight two-minute rounds instead of the usual three-minute rounds. Additionally, the boxers will be using heavier 14-ounce gloves as opposed to the standard 10-ounce gloves, which are intended to reduce the impact of punches.
When approving the terms for the fight, the Department of Licensing and Regulation's combative sports staff took various factors into consideration, including the age of the contestants, medical tests, win-loss records, and previous losses by knockout or technical knockout.
Jake Paul rose to fame as a YouTube influencer before transitioning to a professional boxing career four years ago. With a record of nine wins out of 10 fights, including six knockouts, Paul has faced opponents from various backgrounds, such as mixed martial artists and fellow YouTubers.
On the other hand, Mike Tyson is a former undisputed world heavyweight champion, reigning from 1987 to 1990. Having retired in 2005 with an impressive record of 50 wins, 44 of which were by knockout, Tyson remains a prominent figure in the boxing world.
This unique matchup between the seasoned veteran Tyson and the rising star Paul is expected to draw significant attention from fans and spectators alike. With live coverage provided by Netflix, the fight promises to be a thrilling and memorable event for boxing enthusiasts around the world.
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