Mike Tyson urged to make another big rule change for Jake Paul fight

As a seasoned boxing enthusiast with decades of ring-side experience under my belt, I must admit that the upcoming fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul has left me with a sense of skepticism. Despite their insistence on professional rules, the age gap and lack of high-profile bouts in either fighter’s recent history have raised eyebrows.


In order to demonstrate that their upcoming fight isn’t fixed, it’s recommended that Mike Tyson institute a significant new rule adjustment for his match against Jake Paul.

Since Jake Paul and Mike Tyson announced their intended match-up, there has been much skepticism regarding whether it would be a genuine professional fight. Due to the significant age difference, an exhibition contest initially appeared to be the most plausible outcome; however, both parties have expressed their desire for the event to abide by professional regulations instead.

At present, it seems that’s how things stand. No headgear will be used, only 14oz gloves, and knockdowns will be allowed. However, there’s been a modification in the rules – they’re switching to two-minute rounds instead of the usual three.

According to Jake’s report, it appears that Mike had requested something. More recently, a call for another rule change has been directed towards the heavyweight boxing legend by ex-UFC fighter Brendan Schaub.

Mike Tyson had to withdraw due to stomach ulcers, a difficult situation, as he shared on The Schaub Show podcast.

“You want to get people intrigued with this fight, which they can’t, they keep trying but they can’t. Make it bare knuckle. If Jake gets hit with a bare-knuckle against Mike Tyson, this thing is over because now you’re like ‘are they in cahoots together, is there a fix going on?”

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Previously recognized heavyweight boxer commented that the match seems to have minimal excitement, since no one has asked him about it yet.

opting for an unrefereed, no-holds-barred fight eliminates the requirement of a boxing commission. Yet, such an event must be authorized by a sports regulatory body (an athletic board). Gaining approval from them would require time, a luxury that Netflix and Jake likely don’t possess.

The former YouTube personality turned boxer is reportedly planning to move to mixed martial arts following his upcoming fight. Notably, the Professional Fighters League (PFL) has arranged an “authentic” adversary for him.

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2024-11-06 16:48