Mike Tyson to face Jake Paul in sanctioned heavyweight professional fight on July 20 in Dallas

Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson is set to make a return to sanctioned professional competition as he gears up to face YouTube sensation Jake Paul in a highly anticipated bout on July 20 in Dallas. The fight, announced by the fighters and promoters in Washington, will be an eight-round heavyweight professional fight, with each round lasting two minutes.

This marks a significant departure from Tyson’s recent exhibition matches and signifies a return to the competitive world of professional boxing for the legendary fighter. Despite not securing a victory since 2003, Tyson remains a formidable force in the ring with a record of 50 wins, 6 losses, and 44 knockouts.

Concerns were raised about the age difference between the two fighters, with Paul being 27 years old and Tyson set to turn 58 on June 30. However, the decision to sanction the bout as a professional heavyweight fight indicates the confidence of the organisers in both competitors’ abilities to deliver an exciting and competitive match.

The bout will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys. Both fighters have expressed their desire for the fight to be a sanctioned professional match with a definitive outcome. Tyson’s illustrious career, spanning several decades, has seen him achieve numerous highs and lows, while Paul has quickly risen to prominence in the boxing world with a record of 9-1 and six wins by knockout.

With both fighters eager to prove themselves in the ring, the upcoming bout between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul is sure to be a thrilling showdown that fans won’t want to miss. Stay tuned for what promises to be an epic clash between two boxing titans.