By GB News (World News) | Created at 2024-10-29 21:26:32 | Updated at 2024-10-30 19:24:17
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Jake Paul and Mike Tyson are set to face off in a highly anticipated boxing match on 15 November at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
The bout will feature modified rules, including heavier gloves and shorter rounds, sparking debate about potential risks.
Despite these changes, medical professionals have raised concerns about Tyson's age and health.
The fight is expected to draw massive viewership, as it will be broadcast free to Netflix's 282 million subscribers.
The modified rules for the Paul-Tyson bout include the use of 14oz gloves, heavier than the standard 10oz mitts used in professional fights.
Additionally, the match will consist of eight two-minute rounds, shorter than the traditional three-minute rounds.
Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul will have different rules to a normal boxing fight
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Medical professionals have expressed serious concerns about Tyson's participation in the fight. Stephen Hughes, Senior Lecturer in Medicine at Anglia Ruskin University, highlighted the potential health risks for Tyson.
Hughes explained, "In older people, the brain tends to lose volume. This lengthens the bridging veins and makes them more vulnerable to rupture."
He further warned that bleeding from torn veins could lead to severe consequences, including confusion, loss of consciousness, neurological disability, and in some cases, death.
Mike Tyson is set to return to the ring for a professional fight for the first time since 2005
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This unprecedented distribution model is expected to drive significant viewer engagement.
Industry experts anticipate a surge in Netflix subscriptions as the fight night approaches, potentially setting new records for combat sports viewership.
