Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul: Event Details, Rules, Undercard, and Broadcast Information

YouTuber Jake Paul is scheduled to compete against heavyweight legend Mike Tyson in a professional boxing match on November 15 in Arlington, Texas. This contest has generated controversy due to Tyson’s age of 58. However, the undercard features three world-title bouts, notably the much-anticipated rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano. Event organizers anticipate selling 60,000 tickets for the event at the Dallas Cowboys’ AT&T Stadium, which has a capacity for 80,000 spectators. This fight night marks Netflix’s inaugural streaming of a boxing event, featuring Taylor and Serrano in the co-main event for the undisputed light-welterweight title. Live text commentary for the Paul v Tyson and Taylor v Serrano fights will be available starting at 03:00 GMT on November 16 via the BBC Sport website and app. Given the event’s location in Texas, viewers in the UK will experience a late night for the broadcasts. The event is scheduled to commence around 01:00 GMT on Saturday, November 16. The Taylor v Serrano bout is anticipated to begin around 03:00, with the main event projected to start just before 04:00. ‘Training has not been fun, but it will be worth it’ – Tyson The undercard features the following matchups: Jake Paul v Mike Tyson – heavyweight (8x2min rounds) Katie Taylor v Amanda Serrano 2 – undisputed light-welterweight title (10x2min rounds) Mario Barrios v Abel Ramos – WBC welterweight title (12x3min rounds) Neeraj Goyat v Whindersson Nunes – middleweight (6x3min rounds) Shadasia Green v Melinda Watpool – WBO super-middleweight title (10x2min rounds) ‘Nobody gives me credit’ – Paul The Texas Athletic Commission has approved the contest as a professional fight, which will be recorded on each participant’s official record, but has imposed several specific conditions due to Tyson’s age. Rounds are limited to two minutes in duration, and the fight is restricted to a maximum of eight rounds. A further significant detail concerns glove size: Tyson and Paul will utilize 14oz gloves, deviating from the standard 10oz gloves typically used in professional boxing. Knockouts are permissible, and a victor will be declared following the conclusion of the eight rounds. Regarding the Taylor v Serrano 2 bout, standard rules are in effect. Women’s professional fights consist of 10 two-minute rounds. It’s important to stay disciplined – Taylor on what it takes to beat Serrano Tuesday: An open workout is scheduled in Arlington starting at 23:30 GMT. All fighters are expected to participate from approximately 17:30 local time. Wednesday: A news conference will take place from 00:00 GMT (Thursday, November 14). Paul and Tyson are set to conduct their final news conference around 18:00 local time. Typically, undercard fighters or the co-main event participants, such as Taylor and Serrano in this instance, hold their news conference prior to the main event headliners. Thursday: The weigh-in is scheduled from 00:00 GMT (Friday, November 15). Each fighter will weigh in 24 hours prior to their respective bouts. Tyson and Paul are not required to meet a specific weight, but Taylor and Serrano must reach the light-welterweight limit for their fight. The professional records of Mike Tyson and Jake Paul exhibit significant disparity. Their respective records are vastly different, spanning many years. Tyson commenced his professional career in 1985, preceding Paul’s birth by 12 years. Across a 20-year span, Tyson secured 50 victories, suffered only six defeats, and achieved 44 knockouts. He holds the distinction of being the youngest heavyweight champion, having claimed the title at 20 years old. He is a two-time heavyweight champion and held the undisputed title from 1987 to 1990, defeating notable opponents such as Frank Bruno, Michael Spinks, and Larry Holmes. Tyson retired in 2005 following consecutive stoppage losses, though he has participated in a few exhibition fights since then, including one against Roy Jones Jr in 2020. Nevertheless, Paul is considered the favorite for this upcoming contest due to multiple factors. At 27 years old, Paul possesses a clear advantage in youth, despite a considerable disparity in experience. He has established a significant boxing career as one of the globe’s most renowned YouTubers. Paul entered the trend of YouTuber boxing in 2018, preceding his professional debut in 2020. He has competed against numerous recognizable figures, many of whom are MMA fighters making their initial foray into boxing. Victories against former UFC fighters Nate Diaz, Tyron Woodley, and Anderson Silva have garnered considerable attention. His sole defeat occurred in 2023 against boxer and Love Island personality Tommy Fury. Paul’s latest win, in July, was against former UFC fighter and bare-knuckle competitor Mike Perry. Paul has never competed beyond eight rounds, accumulating seven stoppage victories on his record. Comparatively, Paul has completed 52 rounds in the ring, whereas Tyson has fought 215 rounds. The initial encounter between Taylor and Serrano was exceptionally close, and both possess among the most impressive records in boxing. Serrano holds world titles in seven weight divisions, while Taylor belongs to an exclusive group in the contemporary era who have secured undisputed titles in two different weight categories. Taylor, aged 38, maintains a record of 23 wins and only one loss, a 2023 defeat to Chantelle Cameron which she subsequently avenged in her following bout. Serrano, aged 36, stands as one of the most experienced professional female fighters currently active, with a record of 47 wins, two losses, and one draw. Taylor’s record includes a victory over Serrano, with her other loss dating back to 2012 at super-featherweight against Frida Wallberg. Their initial fight demonstrated a perfect stylistic compatibility and a high volume of punches exchanged. A total of 320 punches were landed collectively across the 10 rounds. Taylor secured a close split decision victory in an acclaimed classic held at Madison Square Garden in April 2022. The Irish boxer sustained her first defeat since that time, while Serrano achieved undisputed featherweight champion status by accumulating five additional victories. Serrano possesses a greater depth of professional experience compared to Taylor. Serrano ‘ready to put on a show’ against Taylor Taylor is set to defend her WBC, WBA, IBF, and WBO light-welterweight titles, in addition to the Ring Magazine belt. Their previous contest was contested at lightweight for the identical belts. Serrano previously held a world championship at light-welterweight in 2018. Former cruiserweight world champion Tony Bellew: “Fingers crossed that Mike [Tyson] has that one big right hand in him and he saves boxing, because this guy [Jake Paul] is single-handedly trying to destroy it.” Jake Paul: “I will beat Mike Tyson because the gods are on my side, the universe is on my side and I’ve done every single thing for the last four years properly to prepare for this moment and this guy does not want it more than me. I have the heart of a warrior.” Seven-weight world champion Amanda Serrano: “Come on, Jake Paul.” Undisputed light-welterweight champion Katie Taylor: “You can never bet against a legend, Mike Tyson.”