Mike Tyson set to benefit from rule change in Jake | Boxing News

Roy Jones Jr has expressed his perception that Mike Tyson will gain an benefit from the shorter rounds in his forthcoming heavyweight bout in opposition to YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.

The match, set to happen on November 15 on the AT&T Stadium in Texas, will function Paul and Tyson battling it out in a skilled face-off with eight two-minute rounds – a departure from the standard three-minute rounds. The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation has already sanctioned the struggle.

Both fighters will likely be sporting 14-ounce gloves, which offer more padding than customary gloves.

Tyson’s final skilled struggle was in 2005 in opposition to Kevin McBride. After retiring from the game following that match, he did take part in an exhibition match with Jones Jr 4 years in the past.

On the opposite hand, Paul, also referred to as ‘The Problem Child’, made his boxing debut in 2020 and has since made waves in the game. The younger American has claimed victories over Anderson Silva, Tyron Woodley, and Nate Diaz, amongst others.

His solely loss in the ring got here final 12 months when he misplaced to Tommy Fury on factors. However, he has since rebounded with important wins over Diaz, Andre August, Ryan Bourland, and Mike Perry.

Paul just lately challenged his legendary opponent to a 10 three-minute spherical match following public demand, however the guidelines will stay unchanged. With the rules now firmly established for subsequent Friday’s showdown, Jones Jr, a former opponent of Tyson’s, believes the 58-year-old will benefit from the association.

Jones Jr is assured that the shorter rounds will benefit Tyson’s stamina. Speaking to MMANYTT, he recalled: “When I boxed him four years ago, we did two-minute rounds, and, surprisingly, he didn’t lose energy; he kept the same pace.”

In the identical dialog, Jones Jr shared his ideas on the much-anticipated bout. Despite some considering Paul’s youth would possibly give him an edge, the seasoned boxer believes Tyson has what it takes to triumph in Texas.

“I believe in Mike, likely via decision. But if he wants to finish it, he can. Yet, if he’s just looking to enjoy the fight, he might take it slow and have some fun”, he remarked. “I’m not worried about Mike and his age. Mike is still hard to hit, and he hits like a truck.”

While Jones Jr stays upbeat, some followers are sceptical about ‘Iron Mike’s’ dedication to the struggle.

In a current interview with Jimmy Kimmel, Tyson revealed his rigorous coaching schedule: “I am training extremely hard, I do six hours a day. I start at 11am and might leave the gym at 5pm.”

Kimmel, bowled over, questioned: “Oh no. 11am? So that’s six hours straight, or is there a lunch break?” Tyson conceded there was a transient intermission, prompting a shocked response from Kimmel: “Oh no”.