Mike Tyson drops sparring partner ahead of Jake Paul clash

Getty Images, Licensed to MMAWork.com (November 2024)

The boxing world is fired up as former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson prepares to face YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul this Friday November 15, 2024, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

The bout, sanctioned as a professional fight by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations, marks Tyson's return to the ring at 58, while Paul, 27, steps up to challenge a boxing legend.

The former has undertaken som serious training ahead of the fight, and laying down som intense sparring sessions. In one instance, a sparring partner recounted a particularly brutal exchange where Tyson's punch nearly dislodged his teeth, underscoring the formidable power Tyson still possesses.

Although not a direct knockout, he reportedly also dropped a separate training partner, as captured below:

Fight Details

• Date and Time: The fight is scheduled for Friday, November 15, 2024, with the main card beginning at 8 p.m. ET.

• Venue: AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, known for its capacity to host large-scale events.

• Broadcast: The event will be streamed live on Netflix, marking the platform's first foray into live combat sports.

• Undercard: The fight card includes a highly anticipated rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, among other bouts.

  
  

The fight was initially slated for July 20, 2024, but was postponed due to Tyson suffering an ulcer flare-up. Both fighters have expressed confidence leading up to the bout, with Tyson stating he will enter the ring as "the devil himself," and Paul aiming to solidify his boxing credentials by taking on a seasoned champion.

Tyson's training videos and sparring reports suggest he remains a formidable force, while Paul seeks to prove himself against one of boxing's all-time greats. Additional training footage follows below.