Paul vs Tyson rules: Are knockouts allowed and how many rounds will fight last?

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The controversial fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul is finally here, scheduled to take place tonight after a four-month delay.

YouTube star Paul, 27, was due to box Tyson, 58, in July, but the former heavyweight champion had to delay the bout after experiencing an ulcer flare-up on a plane.

Save for any late problems, the fight will go ahead on Friday, as Tyson boxes professionally for the first time in 19 years. Meanwhile, Paul has gone 10-1 as a pro since establishing himself as a YouTuber.

And in an unprecedented move, the contest will stream live on Netflix, as the Americans clash at the Dallas Cowboys’ stadium in Texas.

Here’s all you need to know about the rules for the fight, after months of speculation.

What are the rules?

The fight is scheduled for eight two-minute rounds, and knockouts are allowed.

Contrary to rumours, the boxers will not wear head guards, although their gloves will weigh 14oz – larger than the standard 10oz versions.

When is the fight?

The fight will take place tonight, Friday 15 November at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The stadium, with a capacity of 80,000, is the home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys.

The main card started at 1am GMT on Saturday 16 November (5pm PT, 7pm CT, 8pm ET on Friday). Paul vs Tyson ring walks are due to begin at 3:55pm GMT on Saturday (7:55pm PT, 9:55pm CT, 10:55pm ET on Friday), according to the official countdown clock on the Netflix broadcast.

How can I watch it?

Paul vs Tyson will stream live on Netflix in an unprecedented move. The fight will not be on pay-per-view; it will be available to all existing and new subscribers.

If you want to stream major sporting events while you are travelling or watching from abroad you’ll need a VPN. Get the best VPN deals in the UK. Viewers using a VPN need to make sure that they comply with any local regulations where they are, and also with the terms of their service provider.

How much are the fighters earning?

While the fight purses have not been officially disclosed, Paul claimed at a press conference in August: “I’m here to make $40m and knock out a legend.” $40m equates to roughly £31.1m, while Tyson will earn approximately $20m (£15.4m), according to friend and former UFC champion Henry Cejudo.

Odds

Paul – 2/5

Tyson – 12/5

Draw – 9/1

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Full fight card (subject to change; ‘C’ denotes champion)

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson (heavyweight)

Katie Taylor (defending C) vs Amanda Serrano 2 (undisputed women’s super-lightweight titles)

Mario Barrios (interim C) vs Abel Ramos (WBC welterweight title)

Neeraj Goyat defeats Whindersson Nunes by UD (middleweight)

Shadasia Green defeats Melinda Watpool by SD to win vacant women’s WBO super-middleweight title

Lucas Bahdi defeats Armando Casamonica by MD (super-lightweight)

Bruce Carrington defeats Dana Coolwell by UD (featherweight)

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