In a dramatic twist of events, Mike Tyson has officially begun the countdown to his highly anticipated bout with Jake Paul, scheduled for November. The boxing legend, initially set to face Paul this weekend, was forced to postpone the match due to a flare-up of a pre-existing ulcer. Despite the delay, Tyson’s excitement for the fight is palpable, and he has made his intentions clear on social media.
Following Jake Paul’s impressive victory over former UFC star and bare-knuckle boxer Mike Perry, Tyson took to social media to kick off the countdown to their showdown. “Countdown Begins,” Tyson announced in a post. He meticulously outlined the time remaining until their clash: “118 days – 16 weeks and 6 days – 17 weekends – 2,832 hours – 169,920 minutes – 10,195,200 seconds. Clock Starts Now #TysonPaul #TheClockIsTicking #JakesWake.” Along with his post, Tyson shared a video of himself watching the conclusion of Paul’s fight, signaling his readiness and anticipation for the upcoming bout.
Jake Paul, never one to shy away from a challenge, responded to Tyson’s announcement with a message of his own. Following his win over Perry, Paul expressed his eagerness to face Tyson. “Mike Tyson… you’re next big boy, sign the contract, November 15 on Netflix. I’m excited for that one, I’m going to go home and prepare for that one. It’s happening, on Nov. 15, Mike Tyson is training, and he’s back, looking crazier than ever. I’m going to get another KO and prove everyone wrong once again. Everyone said I was an idiot for taking this fight, that I was risking it but this is why I’m here, I take big risks.”
Paul continued to show his respect for Tyson, despite his bold challenge. “Mike, I love you but this is my sport, you’re a legend, you’re one of the two most famous boxers ever to live, you and Muhammad Ali. It’s an honor to get in the ring with you. I’m so, so honored; you’re a legend, but I’m going to take your throne, brother.”
Tyson, who hasn’t fought since a dull draw with fellow boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. in 2020, last officially competed almost 20 years ago, retiring on his stool after five rounds against Kevin McBride. Despite these long absences, Tyson remains determined to make a triumphant return to the ring. After postponing his comeback due to health concerns, Tyson expressed his gratitude to fans for their support during this time. “I want to thank my fans around the world for their support and understanding during this time. Unfortunately, due to my ulcer flare-up, I have been advised by my doctor to lighten my training for a few weeks to rest and recover.”
Tyson reassured his supporters that he is in excellent shape, stating, “My body is in better overall shape than it has been since the 1990s and I will be back to my full training schedule soon. Jake Paul, this may have bought you some time, but in the end, you will still be knocked out and out of boxing for good. I appreciate everyone’s patience and can’t wait to deliver an unforgettable performance later this year.”
As the fight date approaches, the boxing world eagerly anticipates this clash of generations, with Tyson’s return and Paul’s relentless pursuit of greatness creating a buzz that promises to make November’s bout a historic event.
