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The Mike Tyson–Jake Paul fight is nearly here. In less than two months, the former heavyweight champion Tyson will face off against influencer-turned-boxer Paul in one of the biggest boxing matches of the year.
A recent press conference gave the two headliners a chance to build more hype ahead of the four-fight card in Arlington, Texas in July. With more information from that day and more, here’s everything you need to know about the fight:
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When is the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight?
The fight is set for Saturday, July 20, 2024.
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight contract rules
This is a sanctioned fight by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations but will not have the normal three-minute rounds. Instead, it’ll be eight two-minute rounds. Both boxers will use 14-ounce gloves that are heavier than usual.
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight odds
The latest odds from DraftKings give Paul a slight edge two months out from the fight.
- Moneyline: Paul (-170), Tyson (+130)
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Where is the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight?
The fight will be held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the Dallas Cowboys.
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight card
The full card features three more bouts before Paul and Tyson square off.
- Katie Taylor vs. Amando Serrano (super lightweight title fight)
- Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. vs. Darren Till (cruiserweight)
- Ashton Slyve vs. Floyd Schofield (lightweight)
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight tickets
AT&T Stadium fits up to 80,000 people so there’s a wide range of ticket prices. Vivid Seats lists first-row ringside tickets at more than $47,000 each. That’s an outlier, though, as floor tickets are available for $643 as well. Upper level concourse seats are listed for as low as $87 each.
Jake Paul height and weight
Paul is listed at 6-foot-1 and reportedly weighs 230 pounds, up from his usual fighting weight of 200 pounds.
Mike Tyson height and weight
Tyson is listed at 5-foot-10 and fought at 220 pounds in his most recent exhibition bout.
How old is Jake Paul?
Jake Paul is 27 years old.
How old is Mike Tyson?
Mike Tyson is currently 57 years old but will turn 58 by the fight date.
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson Netflix details
The official start time is yet to be announced but the fight will be exclusively streamed on Netflix. A Netflix plan will be required to watch the fight. Prices start at $6.99/month for standard streaming with ads.
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight rumors
- Tyson refuted rumors that the fight will be scripted during a press conference earlier this month. Instead, he wrote in a post on X that “this is a sanctioned fight and I’m knocking Jake out.”
- The full fight rules ended earlier rumors that the fighters would use headgear and 18-ounce gloves.
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight predictions
Sporting News: Tyson by decision
David Fletcher writes: “Due to the lack of experience of Paul’s opponents and the fear of his power, no one has dared bring the fight to Paul. Tyson is incredibly aggressive and is highly likely to do so in multiple rounds. Even if he doesn’t get the knockout, forcing Paul into retreat once he gets a taste of Tyson’s power is quite possible.”
Tyson Fury: Tyson knockout win
Fury chose his namesake when asked on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani for his pick. Prior to his title fight with Oleksandr Usyk, Fury said he’s “over the moon” for the Tyson-Paul bout.
“If Mike Tyson hits anybody, I don’t care if he’s 90, he’s going to knock them out cold,” Fury said. “It’s ‘Iron Mike Tyson.’ He’s the baddest man on the planet… Paul’s obviously very experienced now, he’s had a lot of tough fights, he’s had a lot of good fights… but obviously I have to back Mike Tyson, I’m named after the legend and I’ll back him as he always backs me.”
Anthony Joshua: Paul wins
The two-time former heavyweight champion boxer weighed in on the fight on “The Jonathan Ross Show” this week.
“The only thing I’m worried about is father time,” Joshua said. “That’s one thing that’s never been beaten and Tyson, he’s older now. I pray that he comes out healthy but I think Jake Paul (wins) because of youth. That’s the only thing, because of the youth.”
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