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      How Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson can bring boxing back to viewing figures of Muhammad Ali with 260MILLION signed up to watch

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      JAKE PAUL and Mike Tyson have been backed to bring boxing viewing figures into the multimillions for the first time since Muhammad Ali’s days. The YouTuber-turned boxer and heavyweight icon are set to collide in a mammoth showdown on July 20 in Texas. Mike Tyson and Jake Paul put friendship aside to fight on July 20Credit: @jakepaulAnd among the several talking points surrounding the controversial fight for the ages is that it will be shown on Netflix. As of 2024, the streaming service has 260.28 million subscribers and the bout will be available for every single one of those. It promises to bring viewing figures not seen since the days of Ali, who had anywhere from 80m-1BILLION fans tune in to watch him. Donn Davis, founder of MMA promotion the Professional Fighters League, is a friend of Tyson’s and business partner of Paul’s. READ MORE IN BOXINGAnd he backed his pals to punch boxing into mainstream for the first time since the days of The Greatest. He told SunSport at PFL Paris: “Look, I’m happy for both of them because it’s a big fight and it’s the first ever combat sports on Netflix, 260millon people will have access to that fight.”It’s not since Ali will you have that broader reach. You used to see 50million people see a fight, now it’s a couple million.”So I think it’s fun for both of them and it’s going to be a global sensation and I want them to both end in a tie and both be OK.”Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPaul, 27, is 9-1 as a boxer and suffered his only defeat to Tommy Fury, 24, in February 2023 but he has won three since. Whereas Tyson, 57, retired in 2005 but returned in 2020 for an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr, which ended in an eight-round draw. Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson confirmed with ‘biggest fight of the 21st century’ to be shown live on Netflix Iron Mike was in Saudi Arabia last month to host the PFL vs Bellator event while Paul is signed to the MMA promotion ahead of his cage debut. So Davis refused to pick a winner and chose to stay safe on the fence. He chuckled: “I never want to talk about those guys’ business. I leave it to those guys.”I’ve texted but as I say, this will end with both of them OK, fans happy. That’s my prediction.”Mike Tyson with PFL founder Donn Davis More

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      ‘Gap between Man Utd and Pep Guardiola’s side is huge’ – Man City fan has his say on Sun Sport’s Tap In

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      MANCHESTER CITY YouTube sensation Jonny Morris from Typical City joins Will Pugh and Izzy Barker on episode eight of SunSport’s Tap In. Jonny does not hold back on going in on bitter rivals Manchester United and their demise in form. Man City YouTube sensation Jonny Morris from Typical City joins Will Pugh and Izzy Barker on episode eight of SunSport’s Tap InHe gives his thoughts on what the future will hold under Sir Jim Ratcliffe and declares Erik Ten Hag’s time is now up. He said: “Two decades of my life I’ve had to listen to Manchester United living it up at the top of the top and now we’ve replaced them. “It’s sweet, calmer and enjoyable. United have a long way to go. They’re trying to emulate us now. They’ve got a long way to go.”Jonny delivers an unbelievable record breaking score in our guessing game WHO ARE YA?!  MORE TAP INHe then passionately puts his point across on the unfairness of Financial Fair Play in football with a 60 second rant in ON OR OFF TARGET.Jonny declares his love for Pep Guardiola and backs Phil Foden as the best player in the Premier League.Jonny gives as good as he gets as Will and Izzy press him hard in this week’s team focus THE REAL DIOLA or LACK OF RES-PEP.He finishes off by setting his sights on a winning score in our weekly fan challenge THE PRESSURE TEST.Most read in SportClick here to watch the full video on The Sun Sport’s Youtube channel. More

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      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson tale of the tape: How YouTuber and boxing legend compare ahead of shock superfight

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      NETFLIX today announced they will be streaming the “biggest fight of the century”.And that will see YouTuber-turned boxer Jake Paul, 27, take on legendary heavyweight boxer Mike Tyson, 57, on July 20.Here’s how the two fighters compareCredit: The SunThe fight will take place in JulyCredit: Instagram @netflixukDespite ‘Iron Mike’ being thirty years Paul’s senior, he will still surely enter the ring as overwhelming favourite to win the bout.The former undisputed and lineal heavyweight champ retains a fearsome physique and good level of physical fitness.He last fought in 2020 against Roy Jones Jr with both coming out of retirement.Paul meanwhile is coming off the back of two fights against two relative unknowns in the form of Andre August and Ryan Bourland – both of which he dispatched by TKO in the first round.READ MORE IN BOXINGHere’s how the two compare…AgeTyson remains in good shapeCredit: AFPTyson comes into this fight as a 57-year-old, but will be 58 by the time the fight comes around in July.If this fight were to have taken place in Tyson’s prime there wouldn’t even be a debate as to who will end up as the winner.But at 27, Paul should in theory be in his physical prime as a boxer.Most read in BoxingCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL It’s the only factor that makes this matchup interesting for the time being.RecordInside £1Billion stadium for Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson that will host World Cup final and has walk-in beer cooler Iron Mike was one of the most prodigious talents in boxing history.After winning his first 19 bouts by knockout he would go on to become undisputed heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990.Tyson was just 20 years, 4 months, and 22 days old when he won his first heavyweight title, a record that has still never been beaten.His overall record consists of 50 wins and six losses, with 44 of his wins coming by knockout.Paul meanwhile, started off in the world of YouTube has a professional record of nine wins and one loss.He has beaten several big names in MMA such as Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva and Nate Diaz.His one professional loss came against Tommy Fury.Tyson is one of the most decorated fighters in historyCredit: GettyPaul is yet to win a professional beltCredit: AFPPhysicalTyson was simultaneously one of the shortest heavyweight champions of all time and one of the most impressive phyically – with his ability to pack on muscle key to his explosiveness.He weighs in as 15st 7lb at 5ft10, compared to Paul’s 14st 2lb at 6ft1 in height.Paul reps an impressively muscular frame and has undergone several body transformations.Tyson meanwhile remains in frightening shape for his age and recently posted a picture of him topless with the caption “still got it”.Paul has undergone several body transformationsCredit: GettyInstagram FollowersTestament to pioneering influencer boxing, Paul has mastered the art of the follower – boasting 26m of them on Instagram.Tyson meanwhile, was one of the most famous men on the planet between the 1980s and the early 2000s.That’s seen him garner 24.2m followers, but it still pales in comparison to ‘The Problem Child’.Net worthTyson has a reported net worth of £7.8m despite earning £235m over the course of his career.In August 2003 he filed for bankruptcy and was reportedly £20m in debt.He has since re-earned his cash through investments in various businesses and hosting a podcast named Hotboxin’ With Mike Tyson.Paul meanwhile is a social media mogul, with a reported net worth of £31m.READ MORE SUN STORIESHe was one of the first true YouTube stars alongside his brother Logan Paul.The brothers have since divulged from YouTube to make their money through real estate and business investments – such as in the energy drink Prime.Jake Paul has secured a fight against a legendCredit: AFP More

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      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson CONFIRMED despite 30-year age gap as ‘biggest fight of 21st century’ to be shown live on Netflix

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      JAKE PAUL and Mike Tyson have confirmed a blockbuster boxing showdown for this summer. The stunning bout will be aired live on Netflix.Jake Paul and Mike Tyson have seen a stunning boxing bout confirmedCredit: Twitter@jakepaulPromotional footage released by Netflix showed the pair facing offCredit: https://twitter.com/netflixThe date for the fight has been set for Saturday, July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.A video shared on Netflix’s official accounts on social media announced the clash.Influencer-turned-boxer Paul was seen arriving on a helicopter and jumping off on to a helipad where Tyson was located. The pair were then seen face to face. READ MORE IN BOXINGFormer heavyweight world champion Tyson will be 58 at the time of the fight.Meanwhile, Paul will be 27 years old, meaning the age gap between them when they touch gloves will be 31 years.Even Netflix themselves appeared to be surprised they were announcing the news. They said: “It’s JAKE PAUL vs. MIKE TYSON — yes, really! — in a LIVE BOXING event at AT&T Stadium you won’t want to miss. Most read in BoxingCHELTENHAM BETTING OFFERS – BEST FREE BET DEALS FOR THE FESTIVAL “Airing live on Netflix Saturday, July 20 #PaulTyson.”Fans were convinced Netflix were pulling their legs over the fight.EXCLUSIVE: Jake Paul predicts Anthony Joshua vs Francis Ngannou winner after MMA star’s fight with ‘old and lacklustre’ Tyson Fury One said: “This fight is definitely fake 😂.”A second said: “We have to be so close to breaking the simulation because what the ever-loving f*** is happening here?! 😭.”A third declared: “Biggest fight in history of the sport.”Another added: “What is happening…”In a statement on shock 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. How the two fighters line up”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.”Tyson said: “I’m very much looking forward to stepping into the ring with Jake Paul at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. “He’s grown significantly as a boxer over the years, so it will be a lot of fun to see what the will and ambition of a ‘kid’ can do with the experience and aptitude of a GOAT.  “It’s a full circle moment that will be beyond thrilling to watch; as I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones and now I plan to finish him.”Nakisa Bidarian, co-founder of Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), claims to have signed a deal with Netflix for a boxing card last November.As quoted by ESPN, Bidarian said: “Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is a once-in-a-lifetime dream matchup and I anticipate it will be the most-watched boxing event in modern boxing history.”Members of the boxing community were equally left stunned by the news, including Paul’s rival KSI.Taking to social media, he said: “50+ years old. No one wanted this…So sad to see man…”It is not yet clear how the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, who regulate combat sports in the state, will approach the bout.Floyd Mayweather’s fight with Manny Pacquiao in 2015 got 4.6 million pay-per-view buys.However, Netflix have more than 260 million paid subscribers to their platform.READ MORE SUN STORIESTyson was last in the ring in 2020 when he faced Roy Jones Jr. while Paul’s last fight came against Ryan Bourland.Paul is said to have a net worth of £27million, while Tyson is estimated to be worth just shy of £8m. More

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      Jake Paul fans baffled by his outfit during first-round knockout of Ryan Bourland as they ask ‘why’s he got a tutu on?’

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      JAKE PAUL had fans baffled by his fight outfit after knocking out Ryan Bourland with “a tutu on”.The YouTuber-turned prizefighter made his return to the ring on the undercard of Amanda Serrano’s Puerto Rico homecoming.Jake Paul had fans baffled after knocking out Ryan Bourland with ‘a tutu on’Credit: GettyJake Paul made easy worth of Bourland with a first-round KOCredit: GettyAnd he did so with an all new look, ditching the black and white gear he has worn for his last two bouts. Instead, he donned the red and white of Puerto Rico – the Dominican island where he lives in a £13million mansion. But fans at home were not so convinced by his fight shorts and the tassels that came with it. One said: “Jake Paul in a tutu.”READ MORE IN BOXINGAnother added: “Wait a second… hold up… is Jake Paul boxing in tutu?!??”One joked: “Jake Paul knocked this dude out wearing a furry red tutu he definitely understands marketing.”Despite viewers mocking Paul’s get up his performance was no joke. He came into the bout off a first round KO of Andre August in December, the first professional boxer he defeated on his record.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBourland with a 17-2 record looked on paper to be the toughest test of Paul’s career but in reality it was another write off.Paul dominated over two minutes with the fight coming to an end after he hammered his opponent in the corner until the referee jumped in. Amanda Serrano left in tears after emotionally pulling out of fight just minutes beforehand with freak eye injuryThe American social media sensation was heard apologising to the camera after the one-round whitewash.And he said in the ring afterwards: “I wanted it to be a little longer to give the fans some more time.”Paul, 27, improved his record to 9-1 with Tommy Fury the only man to defeat him following a split-decision in Saudi Arabia last year.And he sensationally called out Canelo Alvarez to renew one of boxing’s fiercest rivalries after Bourland, 35, failed to challenge him.Paul said: “I mean, he was supposed to give it to me, right?”This guy has 19 fights, he’s super experienced so I guess we’ve just got to step it up even way more.”But I’m ready, I’m ready for the big leagues. I’m getting sharp, this is my life now and like I said, I’m on the road to world champion and hey Canelo, stop ducking.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I know you want it, I know you want it and I’m repping Puerto Rico, you’re repping Mexico so it’s Puerto Rico vs Mexico.”Jake Paul celebrates his ninth pro winCredit: Amanda Westcott/MVP More

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      Jake Paul to refund over $1.5MILLION worth of tickets as reason for Amanda Serrano’s shock fight withdrawal is revealed

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      JAKE PAUL will refund over $1.5million worth of tickets after Amanda Serrano was dramatically forced out of her fight at the last minute. The Puerto Rican icon was due to make her San Juan homecoming in an undisputed featherweight title defence against Nina Meinke.Amanda Serrano was left in tears after pulling out of her fight with Nina MeinkeCredit: ReutersJake Paul consoling SerranoCredit: GettyHer YouTuber-turned boxer manager and promoter Paul knocked out Ryan Bourland in round one of the co-headliner.But news began to trickle in that Serrano, 35, had suffered an eye injury that would sensationally force her out of the fight.And following Paul’s first-round knockout, she entered the ring wearing glasses to cover her face looking devastated.Serrano was evidently heartbroken as she confirmed doctors refused to rule her fit to fight meaning she had to withdraw at the last minute.READ MORE IN BOXINGAddressing the crowd, she said: “I came ready to fight, 100 per cent I came to show my fans a great show.“But the doctor didn’t clear me because I had something wrong with my eye. “I had my hair done a couple of days ago, as you can see, the doctor didn’t clear me to fight. I wanted to fight for my people.”Serrano, 35, burst into tears while being consoled by Paul, 27, who spoke out to address the crowd. Most read in BoxingHe said: “I know there’s people booing but Amanda came to fight, put in a hard camp but the doctors wouldn’t let her move forward because of her eye.“Her cornea was exposed as she was failing some eye tests she wasn’t able to fight.Jake Paul knocks out Ryan Bourland in round one“She did everything to make it happen and this happened super, super last minute.“We did everything in our power to continue to keep the fight happening but the doctors wouldn’t allow it.“And her cornea was exposed and you can’t risk losing your eyesight forever for just a fight.”Paul and his business partner Nakisa Bidarian confirmed the record-breaking $1.5m gate would all be refunded. Bidarian said: “Jake and I and Amanda have made the decision, 100 per cent of the $1,511,000 will be refunded to all fans in attendance who seek a refund.” And Bidarian revealed how Serrano’s hair appointment two days out from the fight ultimately caused the freak injury. He added: “What happened there was on Thursday night, Amanda Serrano had her hair done. CASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”On Friday, while going on a run, a chemical went into her eye that is why at the weigh in she was wearing glasses. “We were trying to determine what happened. She visited a doctor Friday evening and throughout all of Saturday we were trying to get her eye to a place that she was comfortable fighting. “She came to the arena to fight and when the commission’s medical doctors examined her, they said she was unfit to fight. “The commission would not allow her to enter the ring and do what she wanted to do most which was fight in front of her fans on this island.” READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd opponent Meinke wished Serrano as she said: “I’m absolutely gutted. I hope Amanda will be well and recovers soon.“Quick recovery for you Amanda, I’m ready, I’m waiting for you, I’m ready when you are.Nakisa Bidarian consoles SerranoCredit: GettyPaul had made light work of Bourland earlier on More

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      Ryan Garcia says he ‘f***ed up’ by introducing Jake Paul to boxing and calls out YouTube star for ‘disrespecting’ sport

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      RYAN GARCIA said he “f***ed up” by introducing Jake Paul to boxing and blasted him for “disrespecting” the sport. Garcia hit out on X following the YouTuber-turned boxer’s first-round knockout of 17-2 Ryan Bourland. Ryan Garcia said he ‘f***ed up’ by introducing Jake Paul to boxingCredit: GettyJake Paul celebrates knocking out Ryan BourlandCredit: GettyHe said: “I can’t do this s***. I feel so f***ing bad for introducing Jake Paul to boxing. I f***ed up. I can’t allow this to happen.“He’s disrespecting my sport, he’s disrespecting everything. Call my team, Jake. F*** you.”Paul, 27, and Garcia, 25, had similar circles of friends while living in Los Angeles and even filmed content together. Barring a few rehearsed fall outs, the two have been largely supportive of each other. READ MORE IN BOXINGSo Paul was left bemused by Garcia’s social media slam but refused to rule out a future fight between them. He said: “Ryan, I love you, you know that bro but you gotta chill out, bro. “Because there’s a line and you just seem like you’re losing your mind acting thirsty, desperate, saying you’re a billionaire when you had one money fight. “I’m just saying, chill bro. But if you do want to fight, that to me is light work. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”You’ve got no footwork and for as long as you’ve been in the game, I’m a better boxer than you.” Paul improved to 9-1 as a boxer with Tommy Fury, 24, the only man to beat him following his split-decision win in Saudi Arabia last year. Amanda Serrano left in tears after emotionally pulling out of fight just minutes beforehand with freak eye injuryMeanwhile Garcia returns on April 20 in his first world title fight, against old amateur rival and pound-for-pound star Devin Haney, 25, in New York. The American lost for the first time last year to Gervonta Davis, 29, in a blockbuster bout he claimed earned him $30million (£24m). Meanhiile, Paul’s co-headliner Amanda Serrano was forced to pull out of her fight last night with a bizzare injury that left her promoters promising fans a full refund.Devin Haney facing off with GarciaCredit: Getty More

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      Amanda Serrano left in tears after emotionally pulling out of fight just minutes beforehand with freak eye injury

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      AMANDA SERRANO was left in floods of tears after emotionally pulling out of her fight with just minutes to go due to a freak eye injury. The Puerto Rican icon was due to make her San Juan homecoming in an undisputed featherweight title defence against Nina Meinke. Amanda Serrano had to pull out of her fight just moment beforehandCredit: GettySerrano suffered a freak eye injuryCredit: GettyJake Paul was on hand to console SerranoCredit: ReutersHer YouTuber-turned boxer manager and promoter Jake Paul knocked out Ryan Bourland in round one of the co-headliner. But news began to trickle in that Serrano had suffered an eye injury that would sensationally force her out of the fight. And following Paul’s first-round knockout, she entered the ring wearing glasses to cover her face looking devastated. Serrano was evidently heartbroken as she confirmed doctors refused to rule her fit to fight meaning she had to withdraw at the last minute. READ MORE IN BOXINGShe said: “I came ready to fight, 100 per cent I came to show my fans a great show.“But the doctor didn’t clear me because I had something wrong with my eye. “I had my hair done a couple of days ago, as you can see, the doctor didn’t clear me to fight. I wanted to fight for my people.”Serrano, 35, burst into tears while being consoled by Paul, 27, who spoke out to address the crowd. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe said: “I know there’s people booing but Amanda came to fight, put in a hard camp but the doctors wouldn’t let her move forward because of her eye.“Her cornea was exposed as she was failing some eye tests she wasn’t able to fight.Jake Paul knocks out Ryan Bourland in round one“She did everything to make it happen and this happened super, super last minute.“We did everything in our power to continue to keep the fight happening but the doctors wouldn’t allow it.“And her cornea was exposed and you can’t risk losing your eyesight forever for just a fight.”Paul’s Most Valuable Promotions announced fans will be given a 100 per cent refund. And opponent Meinke wished Serrano as she said: “I’m absolutely gutted. I hope Amanda will be well and recovers soon.“Quick recovery for you Amanda, I’m ready, I’m waiting for you, I’m ready when you are.“I hope this fight will happen. I don’t want anyone here to come for nothing.”READ MORE SUN STORIESSerrano’s other manager Nakisa Bidarian revealed Serrano had her hair done on Thursday but on a run on Friday chemicals seeped into her eye on a run. And following a medical examination, officials deemed her unfit to fight, with MVP to refund over $1million worth of tickets. More