Mike Tyson’s return to boxing has many fans expecting great things when he faces off against YouTuber Jake Paul in Texas.
But with such an age gap between the two and the fact that Iron Mike hasn’t boxed since 2005, what can we expect from the legendary heavyweight champion?
Join us as we look ahead to Mike Tyson v Jake Paul and learn how to place boxing bets at talkSPORT BET ahead of this iconic fight.
When and where is Tyson vs Paul?
Tyson and Paul will enter the ring in the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The fight is scheduled for November 15th, 2024, and will be live-streamed on Netflix. All subscribers can watch the fight on the streaming platform.
Paul is stepping up to the heavyweight class for the first time, while Tyson returns to the ring for the first time since an exhibition fight in 2005.
Tyson v Paul Preview – What Can We Expect?
So, how do you call a fight between one of the greatest boxers ever and a YouTuber-turned-fighter? It’s not the easiest preview to write.
Tyson was the most-feared boxer of his generation. He won 44 career fights by knockout and reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion between 1987 and 1990.
His debut in the professional ring was a sign of things to come. He stopped Hector Merced in one minute and 47 seconds in Albany, NY, following a flurry of blows that resulted in a TKO win.
Tyson knocked out his first 19 opponents, 12 in the first round. These 19 fights came in just over a year, highlighting just how prolific he was in those early years.
It was no surprise that he became the youngest heavyweight champion ever at 20 when he unleashed a devastating attack on Trevor Berbick in Las Vegas in 1986.
Future fights led Tyson to defeat Marvis Frazier and Michael Spinks, though a TKO defeat to Evander Holyfield and the infamous ear-bite scandal left a blemish on his record.
Still, many of Paul’s fans know Tyson as the guy who appeared in the Hangover movie with a tiger. But you can be sure Paul’s camp won’t underestimate its opponent, even though he’s 31 years older than the YouTube star.
To be fair to Paul, he has shown impressive talent, strength, and resilience in the ring. He has ten wins from 11 fights and seven wins by KO. Can he knock out Mike Tyson? You decide.
There would be zero doubt about the outcome if these two met at Tyson’s prime rather than Paul’s. But as the YouTuber has age on his side and is at the peak of his physical condition, the odds are in his favour ahead of their meeting in Texas.
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Markets and Betting Options for Paul v Tyson at talkSPORT BET
Many boxing betting markets are available before this showcase fight. Keep things simple with a winner bet or bet on each round, as we explain below:
- To win: With this straightforward wager, you can back Tyson or Paul to win the fight. Don’t worry about the method of victory or round betting – pick the fighter you think will win and place your bet. It’s as simple as that.
- Method of victory: Tyson landed 22 of his 44 career knockouts in the first round. Is Iron Mike capable of a stunning KO win against Paul? Bet on the method of victory in this fight, including KO, TKO, decision, disqualification, or technical decision.
- Round betting: Tyson wasted little time in the ring during his career, opting to finish things early on his own terms. You can use your research and get involved in round betting at talkSPORT BET, placing a bet on which fighter will win and when the fight will end.
- Total rounds: How many rounds do you think the Tyson v Paul fight will last? Place an over or under bet on the number of rounds you think will be necessary in this fight.
- Will the fight go the distance? This straightforward bet lets you wager on Tyson vs. Paul, lasting the full eight rounds.
- Lucky dip: If you’re unsure how the fight will play out but want a piece of the action, consider a lucky dip. Here, choose the market (boxing – Tyson vs. Paul), decide on your stake, and spin the wheel. RNG software will provide you with an outcome you can then bet on.
Who’s the favourite to win this one – Paul or Tyson?
Jake Paul is the favourite to beat Mike Tyson, with odds of 4/11*. You can back Mike Tyson to win at 2/1*, and the draw is available at 9/1*. The odds reflect the age gap between the two fighters, but don’t underestimate the power of Tyson’s fists!
What was Mike Tyson’s career record?
Tyson fought 58 times, winning 50 and losing six. Throughout his career, he had 44 knockout wins. In contrast, Jake Paul has won ten of his eleven fights. His only defeat came against Tommy Fury when he lost via split decision.
*Odds correct at the time of writing