Promotional partner confirms Mike Tyson and Jake Paul fight is legitimate ahead of Texas match

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson are set to fight in an eight-round match at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Friday. This event has been sanctioned as a professional boxing match, unlike Tyson's previous exhibition fight against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020. Paul's promotional partner, Nakisa Bidarian, dismissed claims that the fight is fake, emphasizing it is a legitimate contest. He noted that both fighters are committed to competing seriously, despite the age difference, with Paul being 31 years younger than Tyson. The fight will feature two-minute rounds and 14-ounce gloves to accommodate Tyson's age. Betting on the match is allowed in many states, with major sportsbooks listing Paul as the favorite.