Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: Rescheduled Boxing Showdown Set for November 15
The highly anticipated bout between legendary heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul has been rescheduled for Friday, November 15. The fight will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and will be streamed live on Netflix at 8 p.m. ET.
Fight Rescheduling Details
Originally set for July 20, the fight was postponed after Tyson experienced a health scare during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles on May 26. Following medical advice, Tyson was advised to rest and limit training for a few weeks. According to a statement from MVP, Paul’s promotional company, Tyson is now cleared to resume full training with no restrictions.
The Fighters
Mike Tyson
At 20 years old, Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) became the youngest heavyweight champion by defeating Trevor Berbick in 1986. Known as “The Baddest Man on the Planet,” Tyson held the WBC, WBA, and IBF titles and made six successful defenses before a shocking loss to James “Buster” Douglas in 1990. Tyson, now 58, retired in 2005 after a storied career.
Jake Paul
Jake Paul (10-1, 7 KOs), 27, began his professional boxing career in 2020. Known for his flashy style and social media following, Paul has defeated former MMA fighters and other challengers, with his most recent win being a first-round KO of Ryan Bourland in March 2024. Paul has been training in Puerto Rico ahead of this major fight.
Fight Rules
The Tyson-Paul fight is sanctioned as a professional bout by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations. It will feature eight two-minute rounds, with both fighters wearing 14-ounce gloves.
Where to Watch
The main card will be streamed live on Netflix starting at 8 p.m. ET. Fans can look forward to a stacked undercard featuring some of the biggest names in boxing.
Main Card Lineup
- Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: 8 rounds, heavyweights
- Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano: 10 rounds for Taylor’s undisputed women’s junior welterweight championship
- Mario Barrios vs. Abel Ramos: 12 rounds for Barrios’ WBC welterweight title
- Neeraj Goyat vs. Whindersson Nunes: 6 rounds, middleweights
- Shadasia Green vs. Melinda Watpool: 10 rounds for the vacant WBO women’s super middleweight title
- Lucas Bahdi vs. Armando Casamonica: 10 rounds, lightweights
- Bruce “Shu Shu” Carrington vs. Dana Coolwell: 8 rounds, featherweights
Get ready for a thrilling night of boxing as these fighters step into the ring to prove their mettle!
