As the anticipation builds for the upcoming bout between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, the boxing legend is making a significant adjustment to his preparation regimen. Scheduled to stream on Netflix’s pay-per-view platform on July 20, the fight will see Tyson, at the age of 58, square off against the 27-year-old Paul at the 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Recent training footage shared by Tyson showcases his speed and intensity in the ring, demonstrating his dedication to the upcoming match. However, Tyson has now revealed a pivotal change in his approach: he has decided to conclude his podcast, Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson, to fully focus on his boxing endeavors. In a recent episode, Tyson bid farewell to his listeners, signaling a new chapter in his life and emphasizing his commitment to the boxing process.
This move underscores Tyson’s determination as he prepares for his first fight since his 2020 exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. Despite the fight being months away, there has been widespread speculation regarding its rules. Previous rumors suggested the inclusion of protective headgear and heavier gloves, leading to online ridicule.
However, Nakisa Bidarian, one of the promoters involved and a business partner of Paul’s, dismissed these claims, as did Paul himself. Speaking candidly on his podcast, Paul vehemently denied the rumors, labeling them as absurd and expressing frustration at the misinformation circulating online. He criticized those who believed such claims, highlighting what he perceives as a concerning trend of misinformation in society.
As both fighters prepare for their highly anticipated showdown, Tyson’s strategic shift and Paul’s dismissal of rumors add layers of intrigue to the upcoming event.
