Mike Tyson can nonetheless be pulled from a combat with Jake Paul at any second if the Texas Division of Licensing and Regulation just isn’t totally glad.
TDLR Head of Communications Tela Mange knowledgeable World Boxing Information that Tyson remains to be beneath commentary and will likely be till the primary bell rings on November 15. The TDLR confirmed to WBN that they’ve authorized the brand new date for Paul vs Tyson. Nevertheless, this doesn’t imply the heavyweight boxing legend will have the ability to commerce blows with Paul if an issue crops up between now and combat night time.
Tyson delayed the Netflix occasion for 3 months after a abdomen ulcer flare-up, which WBN has outlined is usually a severe well being drawback. Contemplating this, Tyson is tentatively licensed to face Paul however with many stipulations connected.
“They [Most Valuable Promotions, Paul’s team] have requested November 15, and we’ve got authorized that date,” Mange completely instructed World Boxing Information. “At this level, the combat stays an eight-round contest over two-minute rounds with 14-ounce gloves.”
Requested about Tyson’s well being and the potential for the TDLR to tug the New Yorker from the headliner, Mange replied: “As I believe I’ve mentioned earlier than, the Division will keep knowledgeable in regards to the well being of the combatants and can get hold of extra data if wanted to guard their well being and security.
“Along with pre-licensing medical screening, TDLR’s ringside physicians additionally conduct pre-fight physicals earlier than the occasion. TDLR guidelines state that licensure doesn’t robotically authorize a person to take part in an occasion if their well being or security might be compromised.”
As WBN first reported, if one additional drawback arises with Tyson’s abdomen ailment, the TDLR will name the combat off completely. For now, Tyson is on eggshells along with his license approval and nonetheless has to persuade the TDLR that he can compete with a 27-year-old opponent.
By then, Tyson will likely be nicely into his 59th 12 months as he turned 58 later this month.
Jake’s new wake date. Nov. fifteenth.@netflix #PaulTyson pic.twitter.com/dXRv9yknCv
— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) June 8, 2024
As all the time, Mike Tyson talks a great recreation, although. He was again on social media firing a warning at Paul to stir fan curiosity.
“Completely different date, identical destiny. I’m going to knock out Jake Paul,” Tyson mentioned in a threatening social media video.
‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ plans to return to the fitness center quickly.
“Though we needed to postpone the combat, I’ll resume coaching shortly. I’m grateful to the medical workers that handled me and to MVP, Netflix, and AT&T Stadium for working diligently to seek out the best-rescheduled date for all events.
“Whereas we’ve got a brand new date, the outcome would be the identical irrespective of after we combat. Jake Paul is getting knocked out. Watch this in particular person on Friday, November 15, at AT&T Stadium or stay on Netflix.”
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