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      Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: Fight time, ring walks, weight, Netflix live stream, and full undercard for mega bout

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      MIKE TYSON and Jake Paul will meet for their blockbuster clash on Netflix TONIGHT.The Problem Child overcame Mike Perry with a brutal sixth-round stoppage back in July – but he faces a completely different challenge in ‘Iron Mike’ next.Jake Paul and Mike Tyson meet in the ring TONIGHTCredit: GettyTyson slapped Paul during their weigh-inCredit: GettyPaul has won all three of his fights since losing to Tommy Fury a year-and-a-half ago.Tyson, 58, returns to the ring in controversial circumstances, with many of the opinion the boxing legend shouldn’t fight again.Tyson’s last bout came in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, of which Paul was on the undercard against former NBA player Nate Robinson.When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson? Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson has been rescheduled for Friday, November 15.The fight was originally set for July 20 – but was moved back after Tyson’s health issues.The main card is set to start at 1am in the early hours of Saturday, November 16.However, ring-walks for Paul vs Tyson are expected to get underway from approximately 4am UK time/11pm ET.Paul vs Tyson, the main event, will get going from around 4am GMT. The bout will be hosted at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.READ MORE IN BOXINGJake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tipsJake Paul will take on Mike Tyson at a new dateCredit: @Netflix / XWhy was Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson postponed?Mike Tyson’s health issues forced him to put his training on hold.The former world champion suffered a medical emergency on board a flight in May as a result of an ulcer flare-up.Netflix, who were set to show the fight, released a statement announcing the cancellation.It reads: “Unfortunately Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will not face-off on July 20 as planned. Tyson’s recent ulcer flare up has limited his ability to train fully for the next few weeks.Most read in Boxing”The fight will be rescheduled for a date later this year after Mike’s able to resume training with no limitations and both fighters can have equal time to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup!”Tyson required medical assistance from paramedics on board a flight from Miami to LA.He felt nauseous and dizzy though his publicist said he was feeling “very good” after treatment.What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson on and can it be live streamed?Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will be broadcast exclusively on Netflix.It is free for anyone with a Netflix subscription – no matter the package.It will be the streaming giant’s first venture into combat sports.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: What’s been said?On the announcement of the huge fight, Paul said: “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard. “Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons.”Within just two and a half years of founding MVP, we’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time.”Whether you’re tuning in on Netflix or showing out in person, whether you’re team Paul or team Tyson, or whether you’re a lifelong boxing fan or watching your first fight, you’re not going to want to miss this event.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMike Tyson has also spoken about the fight with Paul on July 20, he said: “I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones Jr and now I plan to finish him.”Paul vs Tyson full cardJake Paul vs Mike Tyson (heavyweight)Katie Taylor (defending champion) vs Amanda Serrano 2 (undisputed women’s super-lightweight titles)Mario Barrios (interim champion) vs Abel Ramos (WBC welterweight title)Shadasia Green vs Melinda Watpool (vacant women’s WBO super-middleweight title)Lucas Bahdi vs Armando Casamonica (lightweight)Bruce Carrington vs Dana Coolwell (featherweight)Neeraj Goyat vs Whindersson Nunes (middleweight) More

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      Is Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul free to watch if I have a Netflix subscription or do I have to buy a pay-per-view?

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      ONE of the biggest fights in boxing takes place TONIGHT as Jake Paul and Mike Tyson finally meet on Netflix.Boxing purists may not be tuning in but the two fighters have been trading verbal jabs for months – and physical slaps at the weigh-in – and it’s finally time to lace up the gloves for one of the most highly-anticipated clashes of the year. Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: Tyson, 58, was originally scheduled to fight Paul, 27, in the summer but the fight was postponed due to his health issues.Paul dispatched Tyson’s replacement, former UFC star Mike Perry, in six rounds.But the world is now ready to watch as Tyson returns to the ring for the first time in four years, having been retired for 15 years before that.His last fight was a draw with Roy Jones Jr in 2020 that drew huge interest across the world.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tipsThe former heavyweight champion of the world against a YouTuber-turned-boxer 31 years his junior takes place this weekend – and you can watch it all unfold live on Netflix.Is the fight on standard Netflix subscription or do you have to buy a pay-per-view?The question a lot of fans have been asking. Paul vs Tyson on your standard Netflix sub seems too good to be true – but the fight IS available on any subscription at NO EXTRA COST.A current ads-supported subscription will set you back £4.99-a-month (or $6.99 in the US), while a standard one, which allows you to watch on two devices at once, is £10.99-a-month ($15.49).Most read in BoxingBoth of those options allow you to watch the action in Full HD.There is a premium subscription which costs £17.99-a-month ($22.99), however.And that allows users to watch on four devices at the same time, the option to add two members of a different household AND the ability to watch in Ultra HD quality.When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will take place on Friday, November 15 on Netflix.The first date – July 20 – had to be postponed over a health issue for Tyson.The card will start at 1am UK (Nov 16) / 8pm ET (Nov 15).Tyson and Paul are expected to be making their way to the ring at 4am UK / 11pm ET.The fight will take place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, in front of a crowd of 60,000.How much will Jake Paul and Mike Tyson weigh for their fight?The fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will be played out at heavyweight.The weigh-in is set to take place on Thursday, November 14 at 8pm ET (Nov 15, 1am UK).When the fight was originally set to take place in July, Jake Paul bulked up to more than 16 stone (260lbs) to face Tyson.But he then shed 60lbs to get back down to cruiserweight to face Mike Perry.It is not yet known exactly how big Paul will be coming in, but he is not expected to get back to the size he was in the summer.Tyson is also an unknown, although weighed 220lbs for his fight with Roy Jones Jr.What are the rules for the Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight?The fight will take place over eight two-minute rounds.Both boxers will be using heavier – and therefore more padded – 14oz gloves, rather than the 10oz gloves usually used.There are no headguards.Knockouts ARE PERMITTEDAs stated above, the fight will be contested at heavyweight.How much will Jake Paul and Mike Tyson earn for fighting?There are claims that the two fighters will split a staggering prize pot.Jake Paul is said to be earning a whopping $40MILLION (£31m) for the fight – DOUBLE what Tyson is said to be earning.Iron Mike will pocket $20m (£15.4m), according to multiple reports.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe younger fighter cheekily offered Mike Tyson a further $5m if he can last more than five rounds.Paul vs Tyson full cardJake Paul vs Mike TysonKatie Taylor vs Amanda Serrano 2 – for IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO super-lightweight titlesMario Barrios vs Abel Ramos – for WBC welterweight titleNeeraj Goyat vs Whindersson NunesShadasia Green vs Melinda WatpoolLucas Bahdi vs Corey MarksmanBruce Carrington vs Dana Coolwell More

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      Mike Tyson SLAPS Jake Paul before being pulled apart by security in CHAOTIC weigh-in before controversial Netflix fight

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      MIKE TYSON threatened to kick off his fight with Jake Paul a day early after landing a SLAP on him during their final face-off.The heavyweight legend returns to the ring for a controversial comeback bout against YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul in Texas. Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul at their weigh-inCredit: SportsfileTyson took a quick swing for Jake PaulCredit: SportsfileThe pair were quick to be separatedCredit: APThey had to be pulled apartCredit: GettyJake Paul laughed it offCredit: APAnd Tyson looked in sensational shape as he hit the scales at 228.4lb (16st 3lb) while wearing a pair of Versace briefs. That was just before Paul came in a career-heaviest 227.2lb (16st 2lb) nearly TWO STONE above his usual fighting weight. The two squared off for the final time but Tyson landed a slap on Paul – before the prankster-gone-prizefighter could get close. It sparked a near-brawl on the stage as the two camps and security intervened and pulled the pair apart. READ MORE IN BOXINGPaul, 27, walked off with an unconvincing roar while Tyson, 58, was calmed down by his entourage before sending out one final warning. He said: “The talking’s over.”Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson predictions and betting tipsThe last time Tyson was in a ring was in 2020 for an exhibition bout with Roy Jones Jr, which proved to be nothing more than a glorified spar. His career officially came to a depressing close in 2005 when he quit on his stool and threw the towel in on his boxing career.Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTBut he is back to face Paul – over 30 years younger – in what will be Netflix’s first move into live boxing. The fight is scheduled for eight rounds of two-minutes – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves opposed to 10oz. But the gloves were off on Thursday’s weigh-in only 24 hours from fight night – as Paul laughed off Iron Mike’s power.He told broadcaster Ariel Helwani: “I didn’t even feel it. He’s angry, he’s an angry little elf.”Mike Tyson, I thought that was a cute slap buddy but tomorrow you’re getting knocked the f*** out.”I’m f***ing him up, Ariel. I’m f***ing him up. He hits like a b***h! It’s personal now, it’s personal now. He must die.” Jake Paul was a career-heaviest 227.2lbCredit: AFPTyson hit the scales at 228.4lbCredit: AFP More

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      Why is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson taking place on Friday instead of Saturday?

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      BOXING matches over the years are commonly pencilled in for a Saturday slot – but Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson is happening TONIGHT on a Friday!Iron Mike hasn’t competitively stepped foot in the ring since his 2020 bout against Roy Jones Jr.Mike Tyson (L) and Jake Paul (R) will make history tonightCredit: SportsfileWhile the Problem Child dismantled bare-knuckle star Mike Perry earlier this year.And the one thing both huge fights had in common was that they took place on a Saturday.But this is not the case for tonight’s historic Netflix event.Why is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson taking place on Friday?Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson had to take place on a Friday to allow the turnaround for Monday’s NFL match.Read more on Paul vs TysonThe Cowboys will take on the Houston Texans on Monday Night Football.And according to ABC News, it takes approximately two days to turn the stadium back into a stage to host an NFL fixture after the bout.Once the fight has concluded, the boxing ring in the middle of the stadium will be dissembled so that it is ready for the big MNF.Where is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson?Jake Paul’s mouthwatering clash against Mike Tyson will take place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.Most read in BoxingApproximately 60,000 fans are expected to fill out the arena as these two stars go head-to-head.The main card is set to start at 1am in the early hours of Saturday, November 16.However, ring-walks for Paul vs Tyson are expected to get underway from approximately 4am UK time/11pm ET.Who else is fighting tonight?Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will headline the huge bill in Texas.But fans are also looking forward to seeing the highly-anticipated title rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano.Katie Taylor will put her title on the line in a huge rematch against Amanda SerranoJake Paul vs Mike Tyson (heavyweight)Katie Taylor (defending champion) vs Amanda Serrano 2 (undisputed women’s super-lightweight titles)Mario Barrios (interim champion) vs Abel Ramos (WBC welterweight title)Shadasia Green vs Melinda Watpool (vacant women’s WBO super-middleweight title)Lucas Bahdi vs Armando Casamonica (lightweight)Bruce Carrington vs Dana Coolwell (featherweight)Neeraj Goyat vs Whindersson Nunes (middleweight) More

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      Why Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson Netflix blockbuster fight is taking place on a Friday

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      JAKE PAUL and Mike Tyson will go head-to-head in Arlington, Texas tonight in one of the most highly-anticipated fights of the year.But despite the huge build-up and blockbuster feel of the bout, the pair will do battle on a Friday rather than a Saturday.Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are fighting on a Friday nightCredit: APThe pair are coming to blows at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TexasCredit: GettyPaul and Tyson are fighting at the AT&T Stadium, with over 60,000 fans expected to pack into seats to watch the fight and millions watching from home on Netflix. And it’s that venue choice that has meant the fight can’t take place in a prime time Saturday night slot.AT&T Stadium isn the home of NFL team the Dallas Cowboys, who are currently in the middle of their season.And the Cowboys are hosting their next fixture on Monday night, a clash with huge Texas rivals the Houston Texans.READ MORE ON BOXINGIt’s claimed by ABC News that it will take around two days for organisers to return the stadium back to its usual self in order to host the NFL game on Monday.And for that reason, the fight is taking place on a Friday rather than a Saturday – to allow more time to get things back to normal. The boxing ring, any floor seating and all graphics and posters put up for Paul vs Tyson will have to be removed before the Monday Night Football fixture.Things have already get feisty ahead of tonight’s fight.Most read in BoxingThe Dallas Cowboys will be playing in AT&T Stadium on Monday nightCredit: GettyJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPaul and Tyson came to blows at their the weigh-in when Mike Tyson landed a slap on the social media star, sparking a near-brawl. Tyson looked in sensational shape as he hit the scales at 228.4lb (16st 3lb) while wearing a pair of Versace briefs.That was just before Paul came in at a career-heaviest 227.2lb (16st 2lb) nearly TWO STONE above his usual fighting weight.Tony Bellew reveals his promise to ‘coward’ security after ex-champ was thrown out of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson presser Mike Tyson landed a slap on Jake Paul at the weigh-inCredit: GettyJake Paul is the heaviest he has ever beenCredit: GettyMike Tyson, 58, is in tremendous shapeCredit: Getty More

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      Inside Jake Paul’s THREE STONE heavyweight body transformation from eating 4,000 calories to training three times a day

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      JAKE PAUL has been on a diet of 4,000 calories and three training sessions a day to get himself up to heavyweight.The YouTuber-turned-boxer faces the legendary Mike Tyson on Friday in Texas in a clash that has come under criticism amid the age gap. Jake Paul showed off his heavyweight frameCredit: SportsfileHe hit the scales at 227.2lb (16st 2lb)Credit: SportsfileJake Paul as fought as low as 185lbCredit: GettyHe has put on over three stone from his lowest weight till nowCredit: @jakepaulNot only does it mark Netflix’s first move into streaming live boxing but also Paul’s first fight at heavyweight. Helping him pile on the pounds outside of the kitchen has been esteemed strength and conditioning coach Larry Wade. And Wade told SunSport: “I wish I could sit here and say I did it by myself. I didn’t. “Jake has nutritionist and he has other guys here that help us as well.READ MORE IN BOXING”And so we put our hands together and came up with a nutritional plan along with a strength conditioning plan, along with a boxing plan of what it would take – not only to get the weight – but to also be able to carry the power up and distribute it through the weight.”And I think all those guys did a really good job of doing that.”Paul has enjoyed a diet of pizza, pasta and steaks in camp to fight Tyson – fuelling his exhausting training schedule. Wade said on the calorie count: “It can’t be any less than 3,500 and 4,000 because it’s a lot of work.Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I mean, he has two or three sessions a day from lifting to boxing and then to running to riding bikes. “He has a long day ahead of him. So he had to get that many in.”Meet Jake Paul’s secret weapon in training to fight Mike Tyson with sparring so good he is paying DOUBLE Wade joined Paul’s camp following his first and so far only loss, to Tommy Fury, 25, in February 2023 which was set at 185lb (13st 2lb). He stayed at the weight to beat ex-UFC star Nate Diaz, 39, scoring a knockdown but going the ten round distance. Paul’s three victories since have been at the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lb and all finishing inside the distance. Now he is up at heavyweight weighing 227.2lb (16st 2lb) – THREE STONE heavier than when Wade first started working with Paul.And the American fitness guru warned Paul will never fight any lower than cruiserweight again.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: He said: “Absolutely not, no reason to. At 185, he’s still strong, but he has so much more power at 200.”And you can see that when he fought Nate Diaz at 185 he put Nate Diaz down but he didn’t put them out of here.”After that point he went back to 200, he knocked everybody else’s out.”Paul does plan to drop back down to cruiserweight – but Wade reckons he does have the makings of a heavyweight. He said: “If he wanted to, he could. It’s just a matter of what’s best for him. It it much harder to go to heavyweight? Absolutely it is. READ MORE SUN STORIES”But he’s 27, when you’re 32 it might be easier to go to heavyweight and it not be a problem to hold the weight. “Right now, we’re having to work a little bit to make it stick.” Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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      Mike Tyson ‘in kill mode’ as boxing icon frustrates Jake Paul with frosty one-word answers ahead of Netflix mega-fight

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      MIKE TYSON frustrated even Jake Paul with his frosty one-word press conference answers – but it’s part of his plan.The heavyweight icon and YouTuber-turned-boxer looked to trade verbal blows just two days before their controversial clash in Texas.Mike Tyson looks on at a press conference with Jake PaulCredit: GettyJake Paul lashed out at his legendary opponentCredit: SportsfileBut 58-year-old Tyson – who has a catalogue of memorable press conference moments – appeared disinterested on stage.Asked if he has rediscovered his frightening, savage and brilliant best, he shrugged: “I guess I’m back. I’m just happy to be here.”Tyson then added: “I’m just ready to fight, I’ve said everything I have to say. There’s nothing else to say, I’m just looking forward to fighting.”Paul has over 50 MILLION social media followers across his platforms and acts as brash and outspoken online as he does in front of the camera.READ MORE IN boxing But he clearly mistook Tyson for running his own social media pages, which have been full of threats heading into their Netflix fight.Because when Iron Mike got in front of Paul he had little to say, much to the confusion of his opponent of 31-years difference.Paul moaned: “Man, there’s a lot of s*** talk online saying you’re going to kill me but nothing in person. “I don’t know. It’s pretty boring, pretty f***ing boring.”Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTyson is back for his first professionally-sanctioned bout since 2005 despite returning in a 2020 exhibition with Roy Jones Jr. The fight with Paul is to be contested over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves on instead of 10oz. Katie Taylor makes bet with Jake Paul that Mike Tyson will win Netflix boutTyson did at last let out a quick glimpse of his volatile prime when probed on the consequence of what he deems an impossible loss to Paul.He snapped: “I’m not gonna lose. I am not going to lose. Did you hear what I said?”Tyson then faced off with Paul with little emotion or care, unbothered about causing a stir with pre-fight theatrics.SunSport ran into a member of Tyson’s camp and asked whether his nonchalant behaviour was a ploy or genuine.”Mike’s in kill mode.” They sharply responded. Tyson and Jake Paul face offCredit: Getty More

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      Mike Tyson lined up for Last Dance-style Netflix doc after Jake Paul fight with legend involved in multiple TV projects

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      MIKE TYSON is ready to bash Jake Paul – and then become a TV smash-hit.Iron Mike, 58, aims to roll back the years this Friday when he takes on the YouTuber-turned-fighter in Texas.Mike Tyson is gearing up to face Youtuber Jake Paul this FridayCredit: ReutersThe former world champ has already got his eyes set on expanding his TV and film careerCredit: GettyThe wrecking ball, once dubbed the baddest man on the planet, couldn’t resist another battle in the ring – a whopping 19 years from his last proper fight against journeyman Kevin McBride.A tasty pay packet edging close to £30 million helped with the decision-making, although Andrew Ruf, Tyson’s manager for the last four years, isn’t ruling out further bouts.”I thought it would be one and done,” Ruf told SunSport about possibly more fights. “But I’ve learned not to put limitations on Mike Tyson. He has very little to prove, but he wants to keep competing at a high level.”READ MORE BOXING NEWSHowever, if this is the last time Tyson dons the gloves, the former world heavyweight champ will still produce the goods.Ruf revealed to SunSport several exciting TV and film projects the legendary boxer is involved in, some of which will be released “within the next year.”The Los Angeles-based entertainment veteran says Tyson is working on a Last Dance-style documentary for Netflix that will chronicle his incredible career, including all the turbulent ups and downs and current training footage.He’s also working on a “Boardwalk Empire kind of show” set in the 1920s, with the fight legend, obsessed with boxing’s rich history, helping shape the storyline.Most read in BoxingTyson is working on a Michael Jordan Last Dance-style documentary on NetflixCredit: NetflixJake Paul has won 10 of his 11 fightsCredit: GettyTyson took a chunk out of Evander Holyfield’s ear in 1997Credit: AFPFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSRuf says Tyson blew away the producers with the depth of his knowledge, which went from boxing to politics while incorporating the crime families involved.”I had him on with the two very talented showrunners nominated for an Academy Award, and they were pitching him the show,” he revealed.Mike Tyson knocking TEETH out in sparring for Jake Paul fight as training partner sends out brutal warning”It was like watching a master class light up when Mike started talking about the history, characters, and politics.”Tyson’s legendary mentor, Cuss D’Amato, found him as a raw 13-year-old before turning him into one of the most feared—and youngest—heavyweight champs in history. D’Amato sowed the seed of discovery that morphed into his “encyclopedic” knowledge.”Mike ended up giving all of us the lecture on what New York was like at the turn of the century,” Ruff added.There are also ongoing plans for another documentary centered on Brownsville, Brooklyn, where he grew up in his hometown, and a potential live show centred around the 2013 autobiography Undisputed Truth.Tyson may have blown a reported £300 million since his glorious, power-packed heyday – with drug addictions and prison terms threatening to dilute his sporting legacy –  but his recovery has been equally startling.With business manager Adam Wilkes pulling the strings of their Tyson 2.0 company, he has enjoyed massive success with a cannabis company and invested in vegetarian, fast food company Mr. Charlie. A now legendary cameo in the 2009 classic The Hangover set the stall out for this latest foray into TV and film.”I’ve been honoured to be a part of seeing Mike’s resurgence, redefinition, and what he’s been able to do on the business venture side,” admitted Ruf.Tyson may want to shove Paul’s bravado back down his throat, but his opponent’s ability to create a multi-million dollar business empire from scratch while raking in the dollars by showing the bravery to step into the ring has to be respected.Mike Tyson appeared in The Hangover which won a Golden Globe in 2010Credit: GettyJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTRuf agrees and admits: “I’m incredibly impressed with Jake’s self-promotion and impact on the sport. “Part of Mike’s appeal for this fight is how his presence spans five generations, from my 86-year-old father to my 11-year-old son. “Jake brings younger audiences, which opens up new business and sports opportunities.”Netflix has only just started to explore sports coverage—they screened a tennis match between Rafa Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz earlier this year and enjoyed huge success with their F1 Drive to Survive series.Ruf, however, predicts that following their work on a “perfect storm” of a clash between Tyson and the 27-year-old Paul, there will be a distinct “blurring of the lines between sporting events and streaming.””They’re ahead of the curve,” he said.He was known as the ‘baddest man on the planet’ after becoming the youngest heavyweight world champ aged 20Credit: Getty”We negotiated with Netflix, which has been a great partner on other projects we’ve worked on, like Stranger Things and Outer Banks,” Ruf added. “We could have chosen pay-per-view, but this Netflix deal will likely set records. The only event it might rival is the Super Bowl.”Tyson may be approaching 60, yet the fascination remains.The AT&T Stadium in Arlington, the stunning home of the Dallas Cowboys, will be jam-packed while millions around the globe tune in to see if Paul’s punching power really matches the size of his mouth.Whatever happens, according to Ruf, Iron Mike’s status as a sporting great – whether you like him or not – will never be in doubt.”Mike Tyson is in a category of one as a performer, as an athlete,” he said. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think what’s incredible about him is not just his star power or the fact that he’s 58 years old and looks invincible.”His story – the rise of Mike Tyson, the fall of Mike Tyson, and his persistence as a human being- define him. That’s why people are so drawn to him.”Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: More