Mike Tyson, Jake Paul’s fight postponed after Tyson fell ill on flight last weekend
Fight postponed: Mike Tyson, Nakisa Bidarian and Jake Paul pose onstage during the Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson Boxing match Arlington news conference at Texas Live! on May 16, 2024, in Arlington, Texas. (Cooper Neill/Getty Images for Netflix)
By Jessica Goodman, Cox Media Group National Content Desk
The Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight that was scheduled for July 20 has been postponed due to Tyson’s recent ulcer flare-up.
Netflix on X, formerly known as Twitter, said that Tyson’s flare-up has limited his training ability for the next few weeks, which caused the boxing match to be postponed.
“The fight will be rescheduled for a date later this year after Mike’s able to resume training with no limitations and both fighters can have equal time to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup,” Netflix said.
“During a follow-up consultation on Thursday with medical professionals on his recent ulcer flare-up, the recommendation is for Mike Tyson to do minimal to light training over the next few weeks and then return to full training with no limitations,” the fight’s promoters said in a statement obtained by The Associated Press.
Tyson became ill on a flight last Sunday from Miami to Los Angeles, the AP reported.
Tyson, 57, who was the undisputed heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990, “became nauseous and dizzy due to an ulcer flare-up 30 minutes before landing,” his representative said. “He is appreciative to the medical staff that were there to help him.”
“I want to thank my fans around the world for their support and understanding during this time. Unfortunately, due to my ulcer flare-up, I have been advised by my doctor to lighten my training for a few weeks to rest and recover,” Tyson told Netflix. “My body is in better overall shape than it has been since the 1990s and I will be back to my full training schedule soon. Jake Paul, this may have bought you some time, but in the end you will still be knocked out and out of boxing for good. I appreciate everyone’s patience and can’t wait to deliver an unforgettable performance later this year.”
“I fully support postponing the event so Mike Tyson has no excuses come fight night,” Paul told Netflix. “My fans know I don’t want to face Iron Mike at anything but his best, but let there be no mistake – when he steps into the ring with me, I will be ready to claim my W with a sensational finish. Paul vs Tyson will be one for the ages, and I promise to bring my best for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup.”
No new fight date has been announced. Jake Paul and Nakisa Bidarian’s Most Valuable Promotions said that it will be announced by June 7, Variety reported.
The fight was originally announced in March for July 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Variety reported.
Through the years Los Angeles, CA - 1984: Mike Tyson at Summer Olympics boxing trials, Memorial Sports Arena. (Photo by Ken Regan /Disney General Entertainment Content via Getty Images) (ABC Photo Archives/Disney General Entertainment Con)
Through the years View of American model Beverly Johnson and heavyweight boxer Mike Tyson as the attend a performance in Harlem's Apollo Theater, New York, New York, 1984. (Photo by Shawn Walker/Getty Images) (Shawn Walker/Getty Images)
Through the years ATLANTIC CITY - JANUARY 24,1986: Mike Tyson (R) lands a right hook against Mike Jameson during the fight at the Trump Plaza Hotel, on January 24,1986 in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Mike Tyson won by a TKO 5.
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Through the years WALSALL, UNITED KINGDOM - NOVEMBER 18: Former world heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson meets up with a pigeon fancier Horace Potts (L), of Bloxwich, Walsall, West Midlands on November 18, 2005 in Walsall, England. Tyson who is well known for his love of pigeons dropped in to the home of pigeon fancier Horace Watts whilst on route to Birmingham, England, for a hotel dinner boxing event. (Photo by Stringer/Getty Images) (Stringer/Getty Images)
Through the years CANNES, FRANCE - MAY 21: Former Boxer Mike Tyson arrives at the 'Che' Premiere at the Palais des Festivals during the 61st International Cannes Film Festival on May 21, 2008 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Sean Gallup/Getty Images) (Sean Gallup/Getty Images)
Through the years NEW YORK, NY - AUGUST 02: Mike Tyson takes part in a curtain call following his "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth" Broadway Opening Night at Longacre Theatre on August 2, 2012 in New York City. (Photo by Michael Loccisano/Getty Images) (Michael Loccisano/Getty Images)
Through the years HOLLYWOOD, CA - MARCH 08: Mike Tyson with his wife Kiki Tyson arrive at the opening Night Of "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truth" At The Pantages Theatre at the Pantages Theatre on March 8, 2013 in Hollywood, California. (Photo by Frazer Harrison/Getty Images) (Frazer Harrison/Getty Images)
Through the years BEVERLY HILLS, CA - JULY 25: Mike Tyson speaks onstage during the "Mike Tyson: Undisputed Truthts" panel discussion at the HBO portion of the 2013 Summer Television Critics Association tour - Day 2 at the Beverly Hilton Hotel on July 25, 2013 in Beverly Hills, California. (Photo by Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images) (Frederick M. Brown/Getty Images)
Through the years LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 10: Former boxer and inductee Mike Tyson arrives at the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame inaugural induction gala at the Monte Carlo Resort and Casino on August 10, 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Through the years SANTA MONICA, CA - MAY 20: Actor/Comedian Tommy Davidson (L) and former professional boxer Mike Tyson attend the B. Riley & Co. and Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation's 5th Annual "Big Fighters, Big Cause" Charity Boxing Night at the Santa Monica Pier on May 20, 2014 in Santa Monica, California. (Photo by Mark Davis/Getty Images Sugar Ray Leonard Foundation) (Mark Davis)
Through the years LAS VEGAS, NV - AUGUST 09: Former boxer Evander Holyfield (L) is inducted into the Nevada Boxing Hall of Fame by former boxer Mike Tyson at the second annual induction gala at the New Tropicana Las Vegas on August 9, 2014 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images) (Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
Through the years LAS VEGAS, NV - JANUARY 06: (EDITORS NOTE: Image was processed using digital filters) Comedian/actor Jon Lovitz (L) and former boxer Mike Tyson joke around as they arrive at the kickoff of Lovitz's 20-show residency "Reunited" with Dana Carvey at The Foundry at SLS Las Vegas on January 6, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images for SLS Las Vegas) (Ethan Miller)
Through the years LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - NOVEMBER 28: Mike Tyson exits the ring after receiving a split draw against Roy Jones Jr. during Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr. presented by Triller at Staples Center on November 28, 2020 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Triller) (Joe Scarnici/Getty Images for Triller)
Through the years LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - MAY 07: Former boxer Mike Tyson attends the junior welterweight bout between Montana Love and Gabriel Gollaz Valenzuela at T-Mobile Arena on May 07, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada. (Photo by Al Bello/Getty Images) (Al Bello/Getty Images)