Jake Paul and Mike Tyson trade insults at event to hype upcoming July 20 Netflix fight

During his prime, Mike Tyson was considered “the heel” or the bad guy.

After their news conference at AT&T Stadium on May 16, fans made it known that the heel today is popular YouTuber and prize-fighting boxer Jake Paul.

Here’s what you may have missed:

When is the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight?

Paul and Tyson fight on July 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Their fight will air live on Netflix.

What happened during the Jake Paul-Mike Tyson press conference?

After broadcaster Brian Custer introduced Paul, the boxer was immediately met with boos and chants of “(Expletive), Jake Paul!” from the crowd.

Custer asked Paul and Tyson about allegations that their fight is scripted. “Well, clearly they don't have a high IQ in here, but that’s a federal crime,” Paul said, who was met with more boos.

Tyson was asked to respond to speculation the script called for him to lose to Paul, who fought his second pro bout on the undercard of Tyson’s exhibition against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020.

“Well, just come to the fight and you’ll see," Tyson said. “Listen, I started Jake off and I’m going to finish him."

The full news conference can be seen below.

Who is Buster Douglas?

One exchange between the fighters involved Paul’s weight. Paul said he’s gained weight for the fight and looks noticeably bigger.

Or, as Tyson put it, “He’s fat.’’

“He should be lean and mean. He’s fat and funky," Tyson continued.

“Hey, Buster Douglas was fat,’’ Paul shot back, referring to the boxer who in 1990 knocked out Tyson in one of the biggest upsets in sports history and handed Tyson the first loss of his career. “Am I right?”

Said Tyson, “I know, but you’re no Buster Douglas.’’

What is Jake Paul and Mike Tyson’s boxing record?

At 57 years old, Tyson’s professional record is 50-6 and 44 KOs.

Paul’s record is 9-1 with six KOs. Paul is 27 years old.

Will Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight be considered a professional fight?

Yes. This fight will go on Paul and Tyson’s professional records. On April 29, the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations confirmed the fighters' request, and the bout will be a sanctioned, professional fight. The bout will consist of 8 2-minute rounds with 14-ounce gloves.

The fight was originally slated as an exhibition match.

Who is on the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson undercard?

Here’s who is on the fight card for Paul vs Tyson. More names are expected to be announced:

• Katie Taylor (23-1, 6 KOs) and featherweight champ Amanda Serrano (46-2-1, 30 KOs)

• H2O Sylve (11-0, 9 KOs) and Floyd "Kid Austin" Schofield (17-0, 12 KOs)

• Former WBC middleweight world champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. (53-6-1, 34 KOs) and Darren Till, who is making his professional debut. Till previously fought in the UFC.

How to watch the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight? Is it free?

As long as you have a paid Netflix subscription, you’re able to watch Jake Paul and Mike Tyson fight on July 20. This fight is not pay-per-view.

More highlights from the Jake Paul and Mike Tyson press conference

— USA TODAY reporter Josh Peter contributed to this report.

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