Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are getting ready to step into the ring. The two boxers will face off on November 15, 2023, at AT&T; Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
This fight has been almost a year in the making. It was first announced in March for a July date but got pushed back when Tyson had an ulcer flare-up.
There's a big age gap between the fighters. Tyson is 58 and hasn't had a professional fight in nearly two decades. Paul, on the other hand, is 27 and has been active since 2020, with 11 fights under his belt.
The boxing community has mixed feelings about this match-up. Some worry about the age and experience differences between Tyson and Paul.
Roy Jones Jr, who knows a thing or two about boxing, shared his thoughts on the fight with All The Smoke Fight. He said:
"I think if Mike is in shape enough to go the rounds, he probably can put Jake out at any time. Of course being 58, his timing isn't the same."
Jones thinks Tyson's best bet is to go all out early. He added:
"But if Mike goes out and says you know what, I'll go balls to the wall and get it over with, that's the best thing he can do."
Paul has only lost once in his boxing career. That defeat came at the hands of Tommy Fury in February 2023. He's been pretty vocal about Tyson's power, rating his rival highly.
The fight is just days away now, and fans are eager to see how it plays out. Will Tyson's experience trump Paul's youth? Or will Paul's recent activity give him the edge?
You can find more details about the fight, including how to watch and the rules, on ESPN's website.
