In what promises to be one of the most anticipated matchups of the year, Jake Paul and Mike Tyson are gearing up for a sanctioned professional boxing bout that's sure to have fans on the edge of their seats.
The news broke on Monday as Paul's Most Valuable Promotions announced that the showdown between the YouTube sensation and the legendary heavyweight will be a sanctioned professional fight, with the outcome counting on their official career records.
Set to take place over 8 rounds of intense action, each lasting 2 minutes, this heavyweight clash will see the fighters donning 14-ounce gloves, adding an extra layer of intensity to every blow exchanged in the ring.
While some speculated that the bout might be more of an exhibition, the confirmation that it will be a sanctioned professional fight puts any doubts to rest. Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of MVP, revealed that they've been working closely with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations to ensure everything is in order for this epic showdown.
With the fight sanctioned and both fighters prepared to leave it all in the ring, there's no denying that July 20th will be a date to mark on your calendars.
Whether you're rooting for the YouTube sensation or the boxing legend, one thing's for sure: this is going to be a battle for the ages. So get ready to witness history in the making as Jake Paul and Mike Tyson step into the ring and go head-to-head in a fight that's sure to keep us all on the edge of our seats!