In a spectacle that is set to captivate millions, legendary boxer Mike Tyson and rising star Jake Paul engaged in a friendly yet firm face-off this Monday night. The encounter, which followed a charged press conference, ended on a note of mutual respect with both fighters exchanging smiles and a handshake.
The much-anticipated clash is scheduled for Saturday, July 20 at the iconic AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Fans worldwide can watch the drama unfold live, as the fight will be streamed on Netflix.
During the press conference, Jake Paul did not shy away from emphasizing the magnitude of the upcoming bout. “This is quite literally the biggest fight of the 21st century,” Paul declared, a statement supported by his claim of the event reaching an astounding 700 million households globally. His words mirror the immense hype surrounding this event, as reported by the New York Post‘s Jared Schwartz.
At 57, Tyson, a former undisputed world heavyweight champion, boasts an impressive career record of 50 wins and 6 losses, spanning over two decades from 1987 to 1990. Despite retiring from professional boxing nearly 20 years ago, Tyson returned to the ring for an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020, which concluded in a draw.
Reflecting on his current condition at the press event, Tyson shared, “I’m doing great but my body is not what it used to be. I’m sore, really sore.”
On the other hand, Jake Paul, who only stepped into the boxing ring professionally in 2020, has quickly made a name for himself with a record of 9 wins and 1 loss, including six knockouts. A victory over Tyson would not only continue his ascent in the boxing world but also solidify his legitimacy as a serious contender.
As the countdown to this titanic matchup begins, both fighters are gearing up for what could be one of the most talked-about events in sports this year.
