In a much-anticipated clash between generations, 58-year-old former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson will face YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in an eight-round fight tonight at the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium. This historic bout marks Tyson’s first sanctioned fight since his retirement in 2005.
The fight, sanctioned by Texas regulators, will feature shorter two-minute rounds and heavier gloves to reduce the impact of punches. Fans worldwide can stream the event live on Netflix, which boasts over 280 million global subscribers.
Payouts and Stakes
According to reports, Jake Paul will earn a staggering $40 million, while Mike Tyson is set to take home $20 million for the fight. Paul disclosed his earnings during a promotional news conference earlier this year. Despite the financial stakes, Tyson, who has faced past legal and financial challenges, stated he isn’t fighting Paul for the money, describing the match as an opportunity to prove he can still compete.
Background and Journey to the Fight
Mike Tyson, with a legendary career record of 50-6 and 44 knockouts, last competed in an exhibition against Roy Jones Jr. during the pandemic in 2020. The success of that event reignited his passion for the sport, leading to tonight’s sanctioned return.
Jake Paul, 27, began his professional boxing journey four years ago and holds a 10-1 record with seven knockouts, having fought primarily mixed martial artists and journeymen boxers. The fight was initially scheduled for July 20 but was postponed after Tyson suffered a stomach ulcer earlier this year.
Tensions have been high during fight week, culminating in an intense faceoff at Thursday’s weigh-in, where Tyson slapped Paul to end the event prematurely.
Co-Main Event: Women’s Super Lightweight Championship Rematch
The undercard features another high-profile matchup: Ireland’s Katie Taylor will defend her undisputed super lightweight title in a rematch against Puerto Rico’s Amanda Serrano. Their previous bout, held at Madison Square Garden in 2022, ended in a controversial split decision in Taylor’s favor.
This fight continues their storied rivalry and promises to deliver another electrifying performance, as Taylor and Serrano were the first women to headline a boxing event at the historic venue.
Event Details
- Location: AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas
- Streaming Platform: Netflix
- Main Event: Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul
- Co-Main Event: Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano