Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing struggle postponed because of medical recommendation

For those who had been wanting ahead to Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson, you’ll have to attend just a little longer.

The mega boxing match between the YouTube star and boxing’s greatest dwelling legend has been postponed following Tyson’s current well being scare. The bout was presupposed to happen on July 20 and stream reside on Netflix. MVP promotions, which was placing on the occasion, introduced the information on Friday night.

“I wish to thank my followers around the globe for his or her assist and understanding throughout this time,” Tyson stated in a press launch. “Sadly, because of my ulcer flareup, I’ve been suggested by my physician to lighten my coaching for just a few weeks to relaxation and get better.

“My physique is in higher general form than it has been for the reason that Nineteen Nineties, and I will likely be again to my full coaching schedule quickly. Jake Paul, this will have purchased you a while, however in the long run, you’ll nonetheless be knocked out and out of boxing for good. I recognize everybody’s persistence and might’t wait to ship an unforgettable efficiency later this yr.”

Tyson was sadly within the headlines this previous weekend, as he skilled a “medical emergency” whereas boarding a flight from Miami to Los Angeles. Paramedics had been referred to as and checked on Tyson previous to the flight and upon touchdown. Quickly after, representatives from Tyson stated the previous heavyweight boxing champion was “doing nice.”

MVP promotions stated the struggle is not going to be canceled; as an alternative, it’s been postponed to later this yr. The brand new date of the struggle will likely be introduced on June 7, and it’ll stay on the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

“I absolutely assist suspending the occasion, so Mike Tyson has no excuses come struggle night time,” Jake Paul stated additionally within the press launch. “My followers know I don’t wish to face Iron Mike at something however his finest, however let there be no mistake – when he steps into the ring with me, I will likely be prepared to assert my W with a sensational end. Paul vs Tyson will likely be one for the ages, and I promise to convey my finest for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup.”