Jake Paul is set to step into the boxing ring against legendary fighter Mike Tyson in a showdown, exclusively streamed on Netflix on Saturday, July 20th.
The clash between the two was kicked off with a press conference in New York on 13th May ; where unlike typical pre-fight tension, the atmosphere was notably jovial.
Despite the looming bout, both Paul and Tyson displayed mutual respect during the presser.
While Paul admitted to feeling apprehensive about facing Tyson, the boxing icon reciprocated the sentiment, expressing concerns about his opponent’s capabilities.
Confident in his abilities, Paul talked his natural fit in the heavyweight category and his belief in his punching power, despite acknowledging the hurdles he may face in the ring.
I’m going to show Mike who has more strength because he underestimates me. I think everyone else underestimates me and I believe I hit harder. I know it will be difficult.
I know I will have to fight through adversity. I know I can even go to canvas. I’m scared, don’t get me wrong, but it’s not about going into it, even though I’m scared.
Jake
The bout is scheduled to take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, marking Netflix’s foray into live sports broadcasting.
At 58 years old, Tyson brings a formidable record of 58 wins and 44 knockouts, while Paul, at 27, boasts a professional boxing record of 9-1, having faced a diverse range of opponents in his four-year career.
For Netflix, the event represents a significant milestone as it ventures into the realm of combat sports, signaling a new era for the streaming platform’s sports programming.