Mike Tyson’s boxing contest with Jake Paul has been postponed.
Tyson fell sick final week and a brand new battle date is anticipated in early June. The battle was initially scheduled for July 20 in Arlington, Texas.
“During a follow up consultation on Thursday with medical professionals on his recent ulcer flare-up, the recommendation is for Mike Tyson to do minimal to light training over the next few weeks and then return to full training with no limitations,” the battle’s promoters mentioned in an announcement.
The battle beckons as one other beacon of the crossover period as YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul faces his hardest check but in opposition to former world heavyweight champion Tyson.
Paul is 9-1 within the ring after recording a first-round stoppage win over Ryan Bourland at the start of March, the one blemish on his report being a defeat to Tommy Fury within the pair’s grudge match final 12 months.
Tyson, who could have turned 58 by the point the battle arrives, retired from skilled boxing again in 2005 with a 50-6 report as a former undisputed heavyweight champion. He fought Roy Jones Jr. in an exhibition in November 2020.
“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,” Tyson mentioned within the assertion.
“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.”
Paul added: “I fully support postponing the event so Mike Tyson has no excuses come fight night.
“My followers know I do not wish to face Iron Mike at something however his finest, however let there be no mistake: When he steps into the ring with me, I will likely be prepared to assert my W with a sensational end.”
