Jake Paul’s largest profession boxing battle has fallen via – no less than for now – and the YouTube star is understandably upset about it.
On Friday, MVP promotions introduced that Paul’s mega boxing match towards Mike Tyson needed to be postponed as a result of Tyson’s well being points. Though they intend to reschedule the battle for later this 12 months in the identical venue, the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, Paul can’t assist however really feel down about not getting the battle for the July 20 date.
“Clearly, devastating information,” Paul mentioned in a video posted on X. “I’m heartbroken. I’m speechless, gutted. We’ve been working so arduous over right here, everybody on this camp. I simply really feel dangerous for everybody concerned on this occasion, the entire undercard. This was a chance ripped from all of us.
“I do worth Mike’s well being at first. I like that man and have a lot respect for him. I would like Mike to be wholesome. He says he nonetheless goes to knock me out, and I purchased myself a while, so Mike remains to be speaking sh*t. Mike, for those who nonetheless wish to do that such as you mentioned behind shut doorways behind the scenes, thanks. You simply want a bit little bit of time, so I’m prepared at any time when you’re. That is too massive of a chance. I believe this battle goes to vary the world.”
In line with MVP promotions, the brand new date for the battle will likely be introduced on June 7. The battle, which was going to stream dwell on Netflix, was scheduled for eight two-minute rounds and was going to be sanctioned as a totally skilled battle.
Suspending the occasion with Mike Tyson… pic.twitter.com/TrtOc5sIce
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) Might 31, 2024
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