The long-awaited fight is finally here, as YouTuber-turned-professional boxer Jake Paul takes on the biggest fight of his fledgling career when he faces off with former world heavyweight champion and all-time great Mike Tyson.
The world was stunned when the fight was initially announced for July 2024, before an ulcer flare-up on a flight for Tyson saw the fight postponed. But the fight is back on and the 58-year-old looks to be in fantastic condition for this fight which will go towards their professional records.
We'll take a look at the fight in closer detail and provide you with our best free boxing betting picks, as we try to earn you some extra cash while you take in the action inside the ring.
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Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson information
- Friday, 15th November 2024
- AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas
- Heavyweight
- 8 x 2 minute rounds
- Live on Netflix
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson odds
- Jake Paul - (-300)
- Mike Tyson - (+275)
Paul comes into the fight with a 10-1 professional record, including seven knockouts.
His previous victories came over YouTuber AnEsonGib, former NBA star Nate Robinson, former MMA world champion Ben Askren and twice against former UFC champion Tyron Woodley. He then faced off against another former UFC champion in Anderson Silva, who he defeated via unanimous decision.
His first defeat came against professional boxer and long-time rival Tommy Fury where he was outboxed for the majority of the bout and fell to a split decision. He since bounced back with a decision victory over Nate Diaz, before knocking out Andre August, Ryan Bourland and most recently bare-knuckle fighting champion Mike Perry in a short-notice fight put together after Tyson's withdrawal from the card.
You can bet on Paul to stay on the winning trail at a best price of -300, meaning you would need to bet $300 to earn a $100 profit which shows how highly he is favored to win this matchup.
Opposite him in the ring will be the former two-time heavyweight champion of the world "Iron" Mike Tyson, who will be returning to professional in-ring competition for the first time since June 2005, aged 58.
Tyson won the WBC heavyweight title way back in 1986 by knocking out Trevor Berbick in the second-round, becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in history in the process. He then won the WBA heavyweight title against James Smith in his next fight by unanimous decision, and won the IBF title against Tony Tucker two fights after that to hold three belts. In addition to the first defenses in those three fights, Tyson successfully defended the three belts on three occasions.
Mike Tyson then won The Ring heavyweight title by knocking out Michael Spinks, before defending the four belts twice by knocking out Frank Bruno and Carl Williams. He lost the belts in a stunning defeat to Buster Douglas however next. A host of legal troubles followed but he regained the belt by beating Frank Bruno again in 1996 to become a two-time champion before losing the belts to Evander Holyfield.
He ended his career back in 2005 on the back of three defeats in four fights against Lennox Lewis, Danny Williams and Kevin McBride. He returned for an exhibition fight against Roy Jones Jr in 2020 as they fought to an eight-round draw.
You can back Tyson to get the win at +275, meaning you will earn $275 for every $100 you stake should be find success.
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson preview
As much as this is a spectacle for the casual boxing fan, there aren't many people who really want this fight to go ahead because of Tyson's age.
It's been almost 20 years since he retired. and Paul is someone who many in the industry don't consider to be a legitimate member of the sport. However, "The Problem Child" is adamant he will reach world level and compete for a world title at some point.
Paul's basic boxing skills are not the strongest, with his jab decent but often leaving his chin exposed and his defense questionable at best. However, he does have fantastic power in his hands and has shown an ability to knock out seasoned fight veterans in the past.
Tyson must be at his best defensively as a result of his age and physical decline, but he is naturally powerful and explosive and if he lands flush on Paul there is every chance he takes his head off. It would also be smart for both fighters to attack the body despite it being a shorter fight than usual, with Tyson's ferocious power and hooks a good weapon if he can get inside the pockets.
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Boxing Picks: Jake Paul to win on the cards @ +275
There's no doubting that Tyson is the better technical boxer and more powerful fighter, but Mother Nature remains undefeated and a 58-year-old simply shouldn't be in the ring - regardless of the opponent.
In a straight technical fight then you'd expect the former heavyweight champion to come out on top, so expect Paul to make it an ugly brawl and use his physical attributes to really wear on "Iron" Mike.
It's unlikely that he puts Tyson's lights out, simply because it wouldn't be such a great look for him or the event if an old man got hurt badly. But as the fight goes on he should be able to take over physically and push the pace and land enough shots to earn the decision on the judge's scorecards.
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