Career results for each fighter

On November 16, 2024By Littum

After months of waiting, the day has finally arrived. On Friday night, 58-year-old Mike Tyson returns to the ring for just the second time in 20 years to take on 27-year-old Jake Paul, the YouTuber-turned-boxer looking to gain credibility in the boxing world.

It’s a fight unlike anything we’ve ever seen. And after the weigh-ins heated up with Tyson beating Paul, anticipation for this fight has grown to heights most wouldn’t have thought possible.

But before the pair start their bout, here’s a look at each fighter’s career boxing stats.

Mike Tyson’s last fight

Mike Tyson’s last official fight came in 2005, a defeat at the hands of Kevin McBride via sixth round TKO. Since then, Tyson has almost completely avoided the ring. He returned for an exhibition match in November 2020 against former heavyweight champion Roy Jones Jr.

Most people who watched that exhibition fight believe that Tyson dominated the fight. However, the competition was ruled a draw.

Jake Paul last game

Jake Paul’s last game came earlier this year on July 20th. Paul defeated Mike Perry via sixth round TKO after flooring Perry three times. July 20 was originally supposed to be the date for Tyson vs. Paul; However, Tyson suffered a stomach ulcer just before the date, pushing the fight back to November 15.

Mike Tyson record, achievements and history

Mike Tyson career record: 50-6 (44 KOs), with 2 no-contests

At the age of 20 years and 4 months, Mike Tyson became the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history in 1986 after defeating Trevor Berbick. Tyson’s record still stands to this day.

Tyson started his career with a record of 37-0 with 33 knockouts. Tyson’s first loss came in shocking fashion to Buster Douglas in 1990. After a nearly three-year prison sentence, Tyson returned to boxing in 1995 and won four straight fights before losing back-to-back fights to Evander Holyfield. After these defeats, Tyson only fought 10 more times before retiring. He went 5-3 with two no-contests in that span.

Jake Paul record, results and history

Jake Paul’s career record: 10-1 (7 KOs)

Paul’s professional boxing career began in January 2020 with a victory over Ali Eson Gib. Since then, Paul has had a ton of fights against former NBA players and former MMA fighters, including well-respected fighters like Anderson Silva and Ben Askren. Although none of these fighters are known for their prowess in boxing.

Paul’s only loss came on February 26, 2023 against Tommy Fury. Fury won by split decision. Since then, Paul has won each of his last four matches.

Tyson and Paul measurements:

Mike Tyson:

Height: 5’10”
Weight: 228.4 pounds
Reach: 71 inches

Jake Paul:

Height: 6’1″
Weight: 227.2 pounds
Reach: 76 inches

How to watch Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson:

Date: Friday 15 Nov
Location: AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas
Time: 5:30 PM ET (tentative card); 8:00 PM ET (Main Card)
TV: Not available on TV
Streaming: Netflix