YouTuber Jake Paul will face heavyweight legend Mike Tyson in a professional boxing match on November 15 in Arlington, Texas.
The competition is a controversial one because Tyson is 58 years old, and Jake is 27 years old.
Fans are eagerly waiting for the challenging battle between one of the greatest boxers of all time. the former YouTuber, Jake Paul is likely to build up his reputation in the ring.
Organizations are hopeful to sell 60,000 tickets at the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium. The stadium can have the capacity to hold 80,000 fans.
The fight night is also the first boxing event That is going to be streamed by Netflix.
When is The Tyson vs Paul fight and the UK times?
The Tyson vs Paul fight is being staged in Texas, It means a late night for the UK fans.
The fight night is deemed to start at about 01:00 GMT on Saturday, November 16.
Type of the Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight:
The fight is in the heavyweight category and is scheduled for eight rounds. However, like any professional fight, this fight could end before going the distance if there is a KO.
Otherwise, the result of the battle will be determined by the judges through their scorecards.
Instead of the usual three-minute rounds in men’s boxing, this fight will be competed for over two-minute rounds. That means, you will have an 8*2 instead of the iconic 12*3 of any world title fight.
According to Tyson, he wanted the shorter round because he wanted more action. If they only have two minutes, they will fight more.
What are the Rules of The Tyson vs Paul fight?
The Texas Athletic Commission agreed to proceed with the fight as a professional fight. So, it will count to each man’s record. However, adding several stipulations about the fight considering Tyson’s age.
The rounds will be only two minutes long and the bout can not go further than eight rounds. Another big thing in this fight is the glove size.
Tyson and Paul will wear 14oz gloves instead of the traditional 10oz gloves worn in professional fights.
Knockouts will be allowed and the winner of the game will be announced at the end of the eighth round
How to Watch Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight on TV and live stream?
The Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight will be streamed live on Netflix, so the fans who are already subscribed can watch the fight without any extra costs.
Otherwise, fans can watch the game on Netflix by joining for as little as 4.99 pounds a month.
