Well here’s some interesting news to kick off your Thursday: YouTube star turned professional boxer Jake Paul is set to step into the ring with boxing legend Mike Tyson in a match that is already causing ripples of excitement in the sports world.
According to Variety, the bout is scheduled to take place on July 20 at the iconic AT&T Stadium in Texas. It will be available for viewing exclusively on Netflix, making it accessible to millions of subscribers worldwide. This latest matchup is a result of a collaboration between Netflix and Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), a company founded by Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian.
In a statement Tyson said, “I’m very much looking forward to stepping into the ring with Jake Paul at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. He’s grown significantly as a boxer over the years, so it will be a lot of fun to see what the will and ambition of a ‘kid’ can do with the experience and aptitude of a GOAT. It’s a full circle moment that will be beyond thrilling to watch; as I started him off on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones and now I plan to finish him.” Jake Paul also said in a separate statement:
“It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard,” Paul said. “Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons. Within just two and a half years of founding MVP, we’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time. Whether you’re tuning in on Netflix or showing out in person, whether you’re team Paul or team Tyson, or whether you’re a lifelong boxing fan or watching your first fight, you’re not going to want to miss this event. I could not be more excited to make this amazing fight available to all Netflix subscribers alongside the hardest hitter of all time, Mike Tyson, on Saturday, July 20th. My sights are set on becoming a world champion, and now I have a chance to prove myself against the greatest heavyweight champion ever, the baddest man on the planet and the most dangerous boxer of all time. This will be the fight of a lifetime,” Variety quotes.
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Interestingly, this won’t be the first time Jake Paul and Mike Tyson share the spotlight on a boxing card. Previously, Paul showcased his skills in the co-main event of a pay-per-view event that featured Tyson’s exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020. Tyson, making a remarkable return to the ring after a long hiatus, captivated audiences with his performance, while Paul delivered a knockout victory over former NBA player Nate Robinson in a display of his growing prowess as a professional boxer.
Jake Paul, with a pro record boasting 9 wins, 1 loss, and 6 knockouts since his debut in January 2020, has been steadily making a name for himself in the boxing world. His most recent victory over Ryan Bourland via TKO showcased his determination and skill in the ring. On the other hand…Mike Tyson, a legendary figure in the sport with 50 wins, 6 losses, and an impressive 44 knockouts to his name, brings a wealth of experience and power to the upcoming match.
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