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Fans are worried about Jake Paul after Mike Tyson’s fighting rules were revealed
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9 months agoon
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J. HumzaJake Paul and Mike Tyson will fight for real after it was confirmed that their controversial July 20 fight will be considered a professional match.
Paul will face former undisputed heavyweight champion Tyson at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
The match was expected to be confirmed as an exhibition, in a style similar to Tyson’s last appearance in 2020 when he faced Roy Jones Jr, where knockouts were not allowed.
However, the result will be break the records of both menmeaning “Iron Mike” will be fighting for the first time in 19 years as a professional.
The Modern Yorker, considered one of the most risky heavyweights in history, was stopped in his last professional fight by Kevin McBride in 2005, and when he steps into the ring against “The Problem Child”, he will be 58 years senior. who is over 30 years younger.
Despite the fact that Paul has the advantage of youth, fans expressed their concerns about the YouTuber-turned-boxer when it was revealed that knockouts were allowed.
In addition, both men will not wear headgear and will compete in 8×2 minute rounds.
One user said: “And people said Jake took the basic fight.”
Although the user responded by saying, “He’s almost 60?”
To which he was told: “Mike Tyson is Mike Tyson. Age doesn’t matter if you’re the worst person in the world.
“Jake took the hardest fight he was offered!”
Another said: “Jake Paul is officially going on a night out.”
While a fan boldly stated: “Tyson in 4.”
Some, however, allayed those concerns given the fact that the pair would be fighting in 14-ounce gloves rather than the 10-ounce gloves commonly used in professional competitions.
One fan responded: “Professional fighting, but 14 ounces? So these are demonstration rules for professional fighting.”
Paul will fight for the 10th time as a professional on July 20 and has had three straight wins since his first loss to Tommy Fury.
The fight itself is expected to attract a huge audience, especially considering it will air on the streaming platform Netflix, with many wondering if Tyson will be able to turn back the years one last time.
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Start time of the Darren Till vs. Anthony Taylor fight at Misfits Boxing 20
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2 hours agoon
January 18, 2025Tonight in Manchester, Darren Till will finally step into the ring against Anthony Taylor.
The former UFC title challenger was originally scheduled to face Tommy Fury, but Fury pulled out after Till threatened to kick him in the face. Now Till is ready to make his Misfits debut against Taylor. “Pretty Boy” has decent in-ring experience, having already defeated Salt Papi and King Kenny.
Taylor, who was previously defeated by Fury, will pose a tough challenge for Till, who returns to competition two years after leaving the UFC, where he was a welterweight title challenger. There’s plenty of action on the undercard tonight too, and here’s everything you need to know about tonight’s fights…
What time is Darren Till – Anthony Taylor tonight?
The star-studded gala will take place at the Co-Op Live Arena in Manchester. The main card is expected to start around 6pm UK time, 12pm ET and 9am PT. The main event ring walks will likely take place around 10 p.m. The two stars will touch gloves just after 10:15 p.m., before the first bell rings. The fight is not expected to start later, but may be pushed forward if the card shortage fights end earlier than expected.
How to watch Darren Till vs Anthony Taylor on TV and live in the UK
The eagerly anticipated clash between the two fighters will be broadcast live on DAZN, available in over 200 countries around the world. This event is included in the standard DAZN subscription package, giving boxing enthusiasts the chance to sign up to the site and follow all the action.
Full Misfits 20 fight card and UK start times
Darren Till vs. Anthony Taylor – 10 p.m
Wade Plemons vs. Masai Warrior – 9:00 p.m
Carla Jade vs. Melanie Shah – 8:30 p.m
Sami Hamed vs. Ziggy Johnson – 8:00 p.m
Ty Mitchell vs. Tommy Hench – 7:30 p.m
Adam Brooks vs. Gavinio – 7:00 p.m
BBCC Gareth vs. Kak Hatt – 18:30
Little T vs. Afghan Dan – 6:00 p.m
Quotes corner
Darren Till stated: “You are just shit. Sorry to be disrespectful, but you really are shit. You fall off your feet and flap your wings. Actually, I don’t think so. you realize what you’re getting into with me. So I won’t even talk, I’ll just beat you. I respect you and then I’ll just move on because you really are shit, I promise you, you’re shit.”
Anthony Taylor calculated: “He may have more experience in the cage, but I have more experience in the boxing ring. You can’t expect an MMA or UFC fighter to come in and beat someone who has that kind of boxing experience. Look what happened when Mike Perry came to box with Jake Paul. He felt ashamed.
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Logan Paul begs his boss to let him fight UFC star Conor McGregor
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14 hours agoon
January 17, 2025Logan Paul directly approached Ari Emanuel, the head of Endeavor, owner of the UFC and WWE, for a chance to face Conor McGregor in the ring.
Last month, it was reported that McGregor was negotiating to fight Jake Paul’s older sibling. On X – the platform formerly known as Twitter – the Irish fighter denied rumors of a fight with UFC featherweight champion Ilia Topuria, stating: “The rumors about the fight with Topuria are false. I have preliminary arrangements with the Ambani family to face Logan Paul at a boxing exhibition in India. I then agreed to return to the octagon.
This potential megafight could net both fighters a staggering $250 million. Even though “The Maverick” recently confirmed his commitment to WWE, the tempting offer of a fight with the former two-time UFC champion might just lure him back to the boxing ring.
In a novel clip on his YouTube channel, Paul was seen attending the premiere of WWE Raw on Netflix. He did not compete but appeared in a pre-recorded interview before taking his ringside seat. The 29-year-old influencer was spotted hanging out with wrestling stars like Kevin Owens and LA Knight, but his most captivating moment was his clash with Emanuel – the huge boss of Endeavor and TKO Group, the entities behind WWE and UFC.
Paul was captured in a candid moment as Emanuel gave a candid hug and handshake before saying, “Ari, I need one favor from you,” to which the Endeavor boss replied, “Yes.” Give me the green featherlight to fight Conor.” There was a shared laugh and they both said “seriously” almost in unison.
The same footage also showed Paul’s openness to facing McGregor, despite his WWE commitments. Referencing the previous interaction, the clip then cut to a sequence suggesting a phone conversation about a potential fight, allegedly with McGregor on speakerphone and announcing: “This could really happen,” Paul holding up his cellphone. “It can and will happen,” the Irishman confidently assured.
In the following scenes, Paul brainstorms promotional ideas with WWE writer Rob Fee, considering announcing the end of his boxing career for shock value. “Saying no more boxing will attract attention,” he noted, quickly correcting himself. “Because it’s not true. If Conor McGregor wants to fight, we do it. I mean, bro, that’s an epic match… That would be something I’d like to do, step away from WWE for a while [that fight]. $250 million, bro. I have to take it. If Nick Khan can achieve this, I will stay in WWE.”
Paul noted that the Irishman appeared to be nudging UFC chief Dana White to approve the fight, saying, “I think he’s trying to put pressure on Dana to make it happen because he’s owned by the UFC,” and noted, “He can’t f**k *******, let alone fighting without them knowing.
However, White recently issued a challenge on the Pardon My Take podcast, pointing to a different path for “The Notorious”: “Ultimately,” he said in regards to a potential fight with McGregor in 2025, adding emphatically: “No, no (he won’t fight KSI or Logan Paul]I hope Conor McGregor returns in the fall.
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Conor Benn vows to sully Eubank’s name with a brutal knockout
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18 hours agoon
January 17, 2025Conor Benn predicted such a devastating victory over Chris Eubank Jr. that his entire name would be tarnished.
Eubank Jr and Benn have signed a contract to fight in the rescheduled middleweight grudge match at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in April.
The pair were scheduled to fight in October 2022, with the clash based almost entirely on the legacy of their fathers, who fought twice in the 1990s but were postponed a week before the fights after Benn tested positive for a banned substance clomiphene.
Since then, a brutal war of words has ensued between them and Benn, who insists he will claim a decisive knockout victory.
“I don’t want to knock him out for legacy reasons,” the 28-year-old said Boxing in the match room.
I want to knock him out because it’s personal and I think he’s an idiot.
“Thank you to the British audience for supporting me and being behind me, so I owe it to them.
“There is no other fight that the British public deserves.
“I think I knocked him out so bad that that’s all he’ll be remembered for.
“The whole Eubank name will be remembered for this knockout.
“I go in there and take his head off his shoulders, that’s all.”
“The Destroyer” fought his last two fights in the USA, but received a fleeting suspension abolished by the National Anti-Doping Panel in October, meaning he will be able to resume his career in the UK.
The fighter from Essex, who will advance two weight classes in the fight against the 35-year-old, held talks with WBC welterweight champion Mario Barrios before sealing the fight with Eubank Jr.
Eubank Jr vs Benn done 👍🏻 in April, London, under the name (Fatal Fury City of the Wolves) I will announce the day and location soon, this will be the first The Ring card in collaboration with the video game and SNK, and I will insist that the PPV price for fans was £19.99, with…
— TURKI ALALSHIKH (@Turki_alalshikh) January 15, 2025
“I know a lot of people would like to see me win the WBC world title,” he added.
“Due to the lack of belief among experts, boxing connoisseurs and the media that I will never reach the level at which I could fight for the WBC world title.
“The possibility of winning this match would close the eyes of many people.”
The pair went head-to-head in the ring after Eubank Jr knocked out Kamil Szeremeta in Saudi Arabia in October, and the fight will headline a card prepared by Saudi boxing chief Turki Alalshikh, who announced the fight signing on Wednesday morning.
“Eubank Jr vs. Benn played in April in London called (Fatal Fury City of the Wolves),” he wrote on Twitter X.
“I will announce the day and location soon. This will be The Ring’s first card in collaboration with the video game and SNK, and I will be pushing for a fan PPV price of £19.99, with a challenging undercard.
“Let’s make boxing great again and wait for the huge announcement soon.”
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