Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson 'boxing fan' fear, Netflix concerns and prize money split

Mike Tyson is gearing up for his first professional boxing match in nearly two decades. The 58-year-old is set to face Jake Paul on Friday, a bout that was originally scheduled for this summer but had to be postponed due to Tyson suffering an ulcer flare-up.

Doctors advised the former unified world champion to take time off to recover before resuming full training. The fight will take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, home of the NFL's Dallas Cowboys.

It will consist of eight two-minute rounds, with each boxer wearing 14-ounce gloves. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR) will sanction the event.

Ahead of the much-anticipated fight, there have been concerns about Paul's fitness. Fans have expressed doubts after viewing video footage of Paul's training sessions shared on Instagram.

One viewer commented: "He does not look fit at all." However, others argued that Paul's appearance wasn't surprising, considering he had increased his weight for the Tyson fight.

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Training photos released ahead of the big fight left the boxing community divided over who will come out on top. Many fans are rooting for Tyson, with one supporter commenting: "Jake Paul is getting smoked."

One enthusiast is ready for action: "Let's go, Mike! Bring back that prime Mike feeling where it's over in the first." Another supporter jested: "Rip to Jake Paul."

A third observer has made a confident call: "Jake will lose this fight for sure."

Tyson's loyal fans are clearly itching to watch the boxing icon reclaim his former glory, yet