Jake Paul and Mike Tyson to Face Off in July 2024

Jake Paul, the social media star turned professional boxer, is set to fight legendary heavyweight champion Mike Tyson on July 20, 2024. This highly anticipated bout will take place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, and will be streamed live globally on Netflix, marking the platform's first foray into live combat sports broadcasting.

Jake Paul, known for his controversial presence in both social media and the boxing ring, has been building his boxing career with notable wins against former MMA champions and other celebrities. Despite criticism for not fighting high-profile boxers, Paul is stepping up to face one of boxing's most iconic figures. His professional record includes victories over Ben Askren, Tyron Woodley, and Anderson Silva, with his only loss coming from Tommy Fury​ (Sporting News)​. Mike Tyson, a former undisputed heavyweight champion, is making a surprising return to the ring at the age of 57. Tyson, who retired in 2005, had a brief comeback in 2020 when he fought Roy Jones Jr. in an exhibition match. Known as "The Baddest Man on the Planet," Tyson's career was marked by his ferocious fighting style and numerous knockouts.

This fight is generating significant excitement and speculation. Scheduled to be held in the 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, the event is expected to attract a massive global audience. Alongside the main event, the co-main event will feature a highly anticipated rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, adding further prestige to the fight card. Nakisa Bidarian, founder of Most Valuable Promotions, emphasized the unique nature of this matchup, describing it as a "once-in-a-lifetime dream matchup" that is likely to be one of the most-watched boxing events in modern history. The fight's approval by the Texas Athletic Commission highlights its competitive nature, despite the considerable age difference between Paul and Tyson.

As the fight date approaches, both fighters are expected to intensify their training and preparations. Fans and critics alike are eager to see how Paul will handle the challenge of facing a boxing legend and how Tyson will perform in his return to the ring.