Mike Tyson (ulcer) forced to postpone bout vs. Jake Paul

The upcoming boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson on July 20 has been postponed.

Tyson skilled a well being difficulty on a flight from Los Angeles to Miami that required medical consideration Sunday. Initially, it did not seem that it could have an effect on the battle, however that has modified after Tyson’s most up-to-date well being checkup.

“Throughout a comply with up session on Thursday with medical professionals on his latest ulcer flare up, the advice is for Mike Tyson to do minimal to gentle coaching over the following few weeks after which return to full coaching with no limitations,” learn an official assertion.

A brand new battle date is predicted to be introduced June 7, and AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, stays the specified location.

“I need to thank my followers all over the world for his or her help and understanding throughout this time. Sadly, as a result of my ulcer flareup, I’ve been suggested by my physician to lighten my coaching for just a few weeks to relaxation and recuperate,” Tyson mentioned in an announcement. “My physique is in higher general form than it has been for the reason that Nineties and I will likely be again to my full coaching schedule quickly. Jake Paul, this will likely have purchased you a while, however in the long run you’ll nonetheless be knocked out and out of boxing for good. I admire everybody’s persistence and may’t wait to ship an unforgettable efficiency later this 12 months.”

Tyson vs. Paul was sanctioned as an expert bout scheduled for eight two-minute rounds and contested at heavyweight with 14-ounce gloves. Tyson, 57, hasn’t gained an expert boxing match since 2003. If and after they step into the ring, the battle will function the biggest age hole in skilled boxing historical past with Tyson turning 58 on June 30 and YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul being 27.

The battle was to be livestreamed on Netflix.

“I absolutely help suspending the occasion so Mike Tyson has no excuses come battle evening,” Paul mentioned in an announcement. “My followers know I do not need to face Iron Mike at something however his greatest, however let there be no mistake — when he steps into the ring with me, I will likely be prepared to assert my W with a sensational end. Paul vs. Tyson will likely be one for the ages, and I promise to convey my greatest for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup.”