Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will face off in the ring on November 15. The fight will take place at AT&T; stadium in Texas and will be streamed live on Netflix.
The match, which has stirred up quite a bit of controversy, was originally set for July. Tyson had to push it back due to an ulcer flare-up. ESPN reported on the postponement and the new date.
Tyson, now 58, thanked his fans for their support and understanding. He said his doctor told him to take it easy with training for a few weeks. But the former heavyweight champ isn't worried. He claims his body is in the best shape it's been since the 1990s.
Tyson had some strong words for his opponent: "Jake Paul, this may have bought you some time, but in the end you will still be knocked out and out of boxing for good." He added that he can't wait to put on a show later this year.
Many people are worried about Tyson getting back in the ring after being away from professional fighting for over twenty years. His opponent, YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, is more than thirty years younger.
James Toney, a former three-weight world champion who once stopped Evander Holyfield, has a clear prediction for the fight. In an interview with ProBoxing Fans, Toney didn't mince words:
"You need to slap yourself for even asking who wins. You know damn well that Mike will knock that motherf****r out within 30 seconds."
The boxing world will be watching closely as the November date approaches. Will Tyson's experience and power overcome the age gap, or will Paul pull off a shocking upset? We'll find out when they step into the ring at AT&T; Stadium.