The highly-discussed fight, though it may not be as much of a topic among traditional boxing enthusiasts, is the upcoming bout between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson.
Tyson has been granted a rule change for the fight, which some may view as giving him an advantage
When is the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight?
The eagerly anticipated Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson showdown is scheduled to occur at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on July 20th.
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Tyson vs. Paul: Unconventional Fight Rules
In a departure from the norm, Tyson and Paul will engage in eight rounds of boxing, each lasting two minutes. This alteration is noteworthy considering Tyson’s age of 57, well past his prime, juxtaposed with Paul’s youthful 27 years and nascent professional boxing career.
By the time of the bout, Tyson will have reached the age of 58. Despite these unconventional parameters, the fight has been officially sanctioned by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR).
Under these modified rules, both fighters will wear 14oz gloves instead of the customary 10oz ones. Tyson has acknowledged being the proponent of the shortened round durations, citing a desire for increased action due to his advancing age.
“I wanted shorter rounds for more action,” Tyson stated, as the public is reminded of his advancing age. “If we have shorter rounds, we’ll fight more. More action.”
Jake Paul and Mike Tyson Poised to Shatter an Impressive Record
The impending face-off between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson is set to create boxing history by surpassing a record that has endured for more than sixty years.
In a surprising twist, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) has authorized the bout as a professional fight, contrary to initial expectations of it being an exhibition match.
Despite Tyson’s last professional bout dating back to June 2005, when he faced defeat against Kevin McBribe, the former world heavyweight champion boasts an impressive track record of over 50 professional fights throughout his illustrious career.
Poised to set a notable record, Jake Paul, with 10 professional fights and a 9-1 record, is preparing to take on the boxing icon. The 27-year-old ‘Problem Child’ will enter the ring against Tyson, who will be 58 years old at the time of their bout.
This significant 31-year age difference between the two fighters will establish a new milestone in professional boxing history, surpassing the previous record of a 24-year age gap set in 1963. According to ESPN, the largest age gap in a professional boxing match occurred between Archie Moore, aged 49, and Mike DiBiase, aged 25.
Tyson’s return to professional boxing at the age of 58 marks a remarkable comeback for the boxing legend, who last competed professionally at 38 years old.
Mike Tyson’s Sacrifices: A Glimpse into the Champion’s Pre-Fight Preparation
Mike Tyson remains focused on his upcoming bout with Jake Paul in Texas on July 20, and the former heavyweight champion is approaching the fight with great dedication.
In an interview with Forbes Life, Tyson revealed that he has refrained from engaging in sexual activity or smoking marijuana for six weeks. This decision may imply that both activities typically hold significance in his life outside of boxing.
Mike Tyson remains focused on his upcoming bout with Jake Paul in Texas on July 20, and the former heavyweight champion is approaching the fight with great dedication.
In an interview with Forbes Life, Tyson revealed that he has refrained from engaging in sexual activity or smoking marijuana for six weeks. This decision may imply that both activities typically hold significance in his life outside of boxing.
The 58-year-old made the choice to forgo his favorite pastimes in order to maintain discipline and adhere to his rigorous training regimen leading up to the fight, set to occur at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
“I’m living my life in a disciplined way now, so now I’m going to have to fight in a disciplined way,” he said.
During another appearance on a TV chat show, this time on The Damon Elliott Show last Saturday, Tyson minimized the duration of his abstinence.
“I haven’t smoked for two and a half weeks. And I haven’t had sex for two and a half weeks,” he clarified.
In 2018, Tyson had previously stated that he refrained from engaging in sexual activity for approximately five years because he believed it would enhance his boxing performance.
