Highlights

  • British boxer Derek Chisora asserts Tyson vs. Paul will include headgear & big gloves, calling the fight a 'joke' due to age gap.
  • Chisora claims insider knowledge that the upcoming bout will be more of a sparring session than professional fight.
  • Concerns over regulatory oversight for the fight as it falls under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation with potential issues due to Tyson's medical history.

British heavyweight boxer Derek Chisora has asserted that he possesses insider knowledge regarding the upcoming bout between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. Scheduled to take place on Saturday, July 20, 2024, the highly anticipated showdown between Paul and Tyson will be streamed live globally, exclusively on Netflix. The event will unfold at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, boasting an impressive 80,000-seat capacity and serving as the home ground for the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys.

Mike Tyson, revered as one of the most iconic figures in the history of boxing, will step into the ring against Jake Paul, a prominent figure in the world of social media and entertainment. Despite Tyson's storied career, the significant age difference between Paul and Tyson has sparked criticism surrounding the matchup. As anticipation builds for the event, Netflix has remained tight-lipped regarding the specific rules governing the highly anticipated fight.

Derek Chisora Claims Tyson vs. Paul Will Have Headgear and Big Gloves

The British Boxer Said He Will Not Pay To Watch The Fight

In a recent interview, British heavyweight boxer Derek Chisora claimed to have insider information regarding the upcoming bout between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. Chisora confidently stated, "I know for a fact they are using 18-ounce gloves and headgear," implying that the match would resemble a sparring session rather than a professional boxing match. He expressed his skepticism about the fight, labeling it "a joke" due to the considerable age gap between Tyson and Paul.

The regulatory oversight for the upcoming bout will fall under the purview of the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation. However, there have been concerns raised regarding the department's reputation for rigorous enforcement of regulations governing combat sports.

These regulations typically mandate that fighters undergo a prefight medical examination to ensure they are physically fit for competition. Given Mike Tyson's history of head trauma and his ongoing battle with sciatica, a condition causing nerve pain, meeting the requirements of this examination may prove challenging. In severe cases, Tyson has reportedly relied on a wheelchair due to the effects of his condition.

Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. Was Under A Different Athletic Commission

Tyson vs. Paul Goes Down In Texas

In contrast, the exhibition match between Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. was sanctioned by the California State Athletic Commission, which implemented a set of specific rules aimed at ensuring the safety of the fighters. These regulations reflected a more cautious approach compared to the oversight typically provided by the Texas Commission.

During the exhibition, the bout was scheduled for eight rounds, each lasting two minutes. Notably, both fighters opted not to wear headguards, which led to the reduced duration of the rounds. To mitigate the risk of injury, knockouts were prohibited, and the fight would have been halted if either participant sustained a cut. Additionally, the absence of judges meant that no winner was officially declared, underscoring the non-competitive nature of the exhibition.