Thu Nov 14 20:54:36 UTC 2024: ## Tyson vs. Paul: A Heavyweight Showdown on Netflix

**IRVING, TEXAS** – The highly anticipated boxing match between former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul is finally set to go down this Friday night. The bout, originally scheduled for July, was delayed after Tyson suffered a medical episode on a plane and required time to recover from a stomach ulcer.

The fight will take place at the $1.2 billion retractable-roof home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys in Arlington, Texas. The state has sanctioned the match as a professional fight, with some modifications, including shorter rounds and heavier gloves.

Paul, a -200 betting favorite, is expected to earn $40 million for the fight, while Tyson is set to take home $20 million. The bout will be streamed live on Netflix, starting at 8pm EST.

The fight has generated a lot of buzz due to the unusual matchup. Tyson, at 58 years old, is a legend of the sport with a record of 50-6, while Paul is a relative newcomer with a 10-1 record, having defeated mostly undistinguished opponents.

The event will also feature a highly anticipated co-main event, a super lightweight championship bout between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano. The two fighters previously met in a highly competitive match at Madison Square Garden in 2022, with Taylor winning a controversial split decision.

The night will feature a total of six fights, with the main event expected to start around midnight EST.

While the fight has been met with some skepticism, it’s clear that the boxing world is ready for this unexpected showdown. Fans will be watching to see if Tyson can pull off an upset victory, or if Paul will continue his meteoric rise in the sport.

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