Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul is OFF! Controversial Netflix fight is ‘postponed’ following 57-year-old’s medical scare

The boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul that was initially scheduled to take place on July 20 has now been postponed.

According to a statement from Most Valuable Promotions, the fight will be rescheduled for a later date.

The statement read: ‘The upcoming highly anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will unfortunately be postponed.

‘During a follow-up consultation on Thursday with medical professionals regarding his recent flare-up of a stomach ulcer, Mike Tyson is recommended to exercise minimally to lightly for the next few weeks and then return to full training without restrictions.

“Both Mike and Jake agree that it is only fair to ensure that both athletes receive equal training time to prepare for this important competition and compete at the highest level.

“The health and well-being of athletes is our top priority, and we fully support Mike in taking the necessary time to ensure he performs at the level he expects of himself.

‘Mike is expected to return to his full training schedule in the coming weeks and is eager to get back in the ring.

“MVP expects to reschedule the match for later this year at AT&T Stadium, and we look forward to an exciting and well-prepared match between these two exceptional athletes. The new date of the fight will be announced next Friday, June 7.”

Tyson said: ‘I would like to thank my fans around the world for their support and understanding during this time.

‘Unfortunately, due to the flare-up of my stomach ulcer, I have been advised by my doctor to lighten up my training for a few weeks so that I can rest and recover.

‘My body is generally in better shape than it has been since the 1990s and I will soon be back on my full training regime. 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 that Mike Tyson has no excuses for fight night,” said Jake Paul. “My fans know that I only want to meet Iron Mike at his best, but make no mistake about it: when he steps into the ring with me, I will be ready to claim my W with a sensational finish.

Paul said he was ‘fully supportive'[s] postpone the event so Mike Tyson has no excuses’

The pair were originally scheduled to fight on July 20 in a bout that was broadcast live on Netflix

“Paul vs. Tyson will be one for the ages, and I promise to give my best to this unique match.”

According to MVP, tickets for the new date will be honored and anyone who cannot attend will be eligible for a refund.

The fight was highly anticipated as Tyson’s first steps back in the ring since a fight against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020.

A flare-up of a stomach ulcer left the boxing legend feeling nauseous and dizzy while on board an American Airlines flight from Miami to LA on Sunday, May 26, forcing flight crews to ask passengers if there was a doctor on board was to offer help.

This is not the first time the veteran has been spotted in poor health, but it has already stoked fears in the six weeks until he faces Paul on July 20.

Ahead of the fight, the 57-year-old admitted that while his training is going well, his body isn’t what it used to be.

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