Jake Paul reveals major change he's made in preparation for Mike Tyson showdown

YouTuber turned boxer Jake Paul has adjusted his fight weight following Mike Tyson's withdrawal from their initial bout earlier this year. The pair were set to face off in July, but 'Iron Mike' had to withdraw - due to an ulcer flare-up.

The boxing legend was advised by his doctor to halt training, but he's since returned to the gym and is confident that he'll be ready to take on the 27-year-old next month. In a recent interview with Mail Online, Tyson confirmed he's now 'ulcer-free', attributing his previous health issues to his diet.

"I was doing too much bad food and stuff, and I got sick,'' he admitted. Tyson now avoids 'processed foods' and is 'eating clean' in preparation for his rearranged clash with the young American.

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Their long-awaited showdown will finally happen on November 15 at the AT&T Arena in Arlington, Texas, with potentially up to 90,000 spectators. It will be recognised as a professional contest in the heavyweight division.

Tyson hasn't participated in a professional boxing fight in nearly two decades, his last being a fifth-round defeat to Irishman Kevin McBride in 2005. However, he did compete in an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr four years ago.

On the other hand, since making his debut in 2020, Paul has defeated opponents such as Tyron Woodley, Anderson Silva and Nate Diaz. His only loss in boxing was on points against Tommy Fury last year.

Before the original date earlier this year, Paul was weighing in at 230 pounds - a significant increase from his usual weight. On his podcast back in May, 'The Problem