Tyson was the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987-90. He retired in 2005 after winning 50 fights, 44 by knockout.
Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul rules
The fight is scheduled for eight two-minute rounds; most men’s pro fights have three-minute rounds. The boxer’s gloves will weigh 14 ounces instead of the standard pro weight of 10 ounces; heavier gloves reduce the power of punches.
In approving terms for fights, the department’s combative sports staff considers, among other factors, each contestant’s age, medical tests, win-loss record and losses by knockout or technical knockout.
Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul how to watch
Date - November 16 NZT
Location - AT&T Stadium - Arlington, Texas
Start time - 2pm
How to watch - Netflix
Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul odds
As of Nov 7, the New Zealand TAB odds for the fight were:
Jack Paul to win: $1.44
Mike Tyson to win: $3.25
Draw or technical draw: $10
What is the Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul undercard?
Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano, undisputed lightweight titles
Mario Barrios vs. Abel Ramos, WBC welterweight title
Shadasia Green vs. Melinda Watpool, vacant WBO super middleweight title
Lucas Bahdi vs. Armando Casamonica, lightweights
Bruce Carrington vs. Dana Coolwell, featherweights
Neeraj Goyat vs. Whindersson Nunes, middleweights
What is Mike Tyson’s age and Jake Paul’s age?
Mike Tyson will be 58 years old when the fight takes place. He was born in 1966. Jake Paul’s age is 27. He was born in 1997, months after Tyson famously lost the WBA heavyweight title to Evander Holyfield. Paul was only a few months old when Tyson was disqualified in the rematch against Holyfield for biting. That means there will be an age difference between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul of 31 years when they enter the ring.