Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. has revealed that the much-anticipated showdown between Iron Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will indeed be a professional fight, contrary to Tyson's previous announcement that it would be an exhibition match.
Jake Paul, known for stirring up controversy in the boxing world, is gearing up for his biggest challenge yet as he prepares to go toe-to-toe with the iconic Iron Mike Tyson. The bout is scheduled to take place on July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, promising to be a spectacle for fight fans worldwide.
The 27-year-old Paul will face off against the 57-year-old former WBC heavyweight champion, Tyson, in what is expected to be a clash of generations inside the squared circle. Despite the age gap, both fighters are gearing up for a showdown that has captured the attention of the boxing community.
However, before the fight can proceed, both Tyson and Paul will need to pass stringent pre-fight testing to ensure they are physically capable of competing. With Tyson's age and health considerations in mind, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation will closely monitor the situation to safeguard the fighters' well-being.
Tyson, who last stepped into the ring in 2020 against Roy Jones Jr., is determined to prove his readiness for the bout. Expressing his eagerness to face Paul, Tyson emphasized his respect for his opponent's growth as a boxer while maintaining his trademark confidence.
"I'm very much looking forward to stepping into the ring with Jake Paul at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas," Tyson stated. "He's grown significantly as a boxer over the years. So it will be a lot of fun to see what the will and ambition of a 'kid' can do with the experience and aptitude of a GOAT."
Despite the competitive spirit, Tyson also acknowledged the symbolic nature of the fight, highlighting the journey from their initial encounter on the undercard of his bout with Roy Jones Jr. to their upcoming clash in the ring.
"It's a full-circle moment that will be beyond thrilling to watch; as I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones and now I plan to finish him," Tyson concluded.
As the anticipation builds for this historic showdown, fight fans can expect fireworks when Iron Mike Tyson and Jake Paul step into the ring, ready to settle their differences in a professional boxing match for the ages.