After facing a significant delay due to a medical issue, the highly anticipated Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight is finally set to take place on November 15th at AT&T Stadium in Dallas. The bout will be streamed exclusively on Netflix.
The Betting Odds
The fight was originally slated for July 20, but about seven weeks before the original date, Tyson had a medical scare, forcing the postponement. Jake Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer, enters the fight as the betting favorite. He has a solid record of 10-1, with seven knockouts, following his victory over Mike Perry. Tyson, on the other hand, hasn’t fought professionally since 2005 and last competed in an exhibition against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020.
Confident in his abilities, Jake Paul has offered Tyson a $5 million wager with an interesting twist. If Tyson can last more than four rounds, Paul will give him an additional $5 million. However, if Tyson fails to do so, he must get a tattoo about Paul. “Mikey Mikey. If you can last more than four rounds with me, I’ll give you an extra $5 million,” Paul said on his TikTok account. “But, if you don’t, then you have to get a tattoo that says ‘I love Jake Paul.’ Deal or no deal?”
Tyson’s Counteroffer
Tyson has responded to Paul’s wager by suggesting a higher stake of $20 million. He believes that Paul might not be as aggressive as he expects and that he can catch him within a few rounds. “Listen, I don’t expect him to come head on and fight me, so I have to catch him for a couple of rounds.”. In a recent press conference, Tyson emphasized that age doesn’t necessarily determine a fighter’s abilities. He sparred with younger and more skilled fighters than Paul and expressed his readiness for the match.
“I spar with younger guys, better fighters than he is — I’m just ready for the fight,” Tyson said. The two announced the fight in March, shortly after Paul’s first-round knockout against Ryan Bourland in Puerto Rico, which Paul calls home. The Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight has generated significant buzz and excitement among fans. The contrast between the young, rising star and the legendary former champion promises to deliver an unforgettable spectacle.
