In a surprising turn of events, against Jake Paul, 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer Mike Tyson, 58, is set to step back into the ring in what is being billed as the “biggest fight of the 21st century.” The announcement, made by both fighters, has sparked immense anticipation, despite the significant age gap between the two.
The spectacle is scheduled to take place at the AT&T Stadium in Texas, home to the NFL team Dallas Cowboys, and will be broadcast live on Netflix. The streaming giant has already released a teaser video featuring Paul arriving in style via helicopter, setting the stage for the monumental clash.
Jake Paul, known as “The Problem Child” and with aspirations of becoming a professional world champion, has been making waves in the boxing world. With 25.9 million Instagram followers, Paul has emerged as a formidable figure in the sport. His latest victory against Ryan Bourland only added to the hype surrounding the upcoming showdown with Tyson.
Tyson, expressing his excitement about the bout, stated, “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.”
In response, Paul declared, “It’s time to put Iron Mike to sleep,” highlighting the audacity and confidence that have defined his boxing journey. The event is poised to draw massive attention, with Paul aiming to prove himself against one of the most iconic and formidable fighters in the history of boxing.