Mike Tyson faces Jake Paul in heavyweight showdown in Texas
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Mike Tyson is set to fight Jake Paul in an eight-round heavyweight match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Friday night. The fight will feature 2-minute rounds and both fighters will wear 14-ounce gloves. This match was originally scheduled for July 20 but was postponed due to Tyson's medical issue. Tyson, 58, is a former heavyweight champion, while Paul, 27, has gained fame as a YouTuber and boxer. In the co-main event, Katie Taylor will face Amanda Serrano in a rematch of their 2022 fight. Taylor won that bout by split decision, marking a significant moment in women's boxing history.