Mike Tyson and Jake Paul set for immediate suspension as mega boxing fight looms
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Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will both face mandatory suspensions following their upcoming boxing match in Texas, regardless of who emerges victorious.
The high-profile bout, which has divided opinion across the boxing community, must follow strict regulations set by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
The fight marks Tyson's first professionally sanctioned boxing match since his 2005 defeat to Kevin McBride, with the former heavyweight champion now aged 58.
Paul recently revealed it was Tyson who pushed for the contest to be a professional bout rather than an exhibition, leading to these mandatory rest requirements.
Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will both face mandatory suspensions following their upcoming boxing match in Texas, regardless of who emerges victorious
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Under Texas regulations, both fighters must observe a minimum seven-day rest period after the bout.
The rules stipulate three days of rest for each round fought in the contest.
Should the fight go the full scheduled eight rounds, both Tyson and Paul will be required to rest for at least 24 days.
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Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul as tempers flared prior to their controversial boxing fight
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These mandatory rest periods are part of the state's safety protocols for professional boxing matches.
Both fighters will also undergo medical assessments following the bout to check for any serious injuries.
The suspension periods could extend even further depending on the fight's outcome.
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Mike Tyson will be hoping to deal Jake Paul's boxing career a knockout blow in their fight at the AT&T Stadium in Texas
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A technical knockout, where the referee stops the fight for safety reasons, would result in a 30-day suspension for the defeated boxer.
An even longer suspension of 60 days would be enforced if either fighter suffers a knockout - defined as being unable to rise before the count of ten.
These stringent measures reflect the serious nature of professional boxing regulations in Texas and how their safety, and health, are under consideration.
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Many boxing enthusiasts are hoping this will be Tyson's final bout given his age, while Paul is expected to swiftly return to the ring if victorious.
The younger fighter has already indicated he may challenge Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez should he win.
Paul enters the contest with an impressive 10-1 professional record, having recently secured knockout victories over Mike Perry and Ryan Bourland in 2024.
His only defeat came via split decision against Tommy Fury last year.
In contrast, Tyson retired in 2005 with a record of 50 wins, including 44 knockouts, and six losses.
The bout will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, with an expected crowd of 80,000 spectators.
The fight has already seen drama, with Tyson slapping Paul during the weigh-in ceremony after his opponent stepped on his foot.
Explaining why he lashed out at his 27-year-old rival, Tyson said: "I was in my shocks and he had on shoes. He stepped on my toe because he is a f***ing a**hole. I wanted to think it happened by accident.
"But now I think it may have happened on purpose.
"I was in a lot of pain. I had to reciprocate."
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