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Mike Tyson to Face Jake Paul in Sanctioned Professional Boxing Match

The highly anticipated bout between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul is set for July 20 at AT&T Stadium, marking Tyson's return to professional boxing since 2005.

  • Mike Tyson, at 58, will fight 27-year-old Jake Paul in a professional boxing match, the first since Tyson's last professional fight in 2005.
  • The match will consist of eight two-minute rounds with 14-ounce gloves, allowing knockouts, and will be streamed live on Netflix.
  • Concerns have been raised about the significant age difference and Tyson's health, with some viewing the fight as potentially dangerous.
  • Oscar De La Hoya and other boxing veterans have expressed concerns for Tyson's safety, highlighting the risks due to his age and health issues.
  • The fight has been officially sanctioned by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations, making it a professional bout that will count on both fighters' records.
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