Mike Tyson is gearing up for a much-anticipated return to the ring, where he’ll face Jake Paul on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The fight, set to be broadcast live on Netflix, will be Tyson’s first professional match since 2005, marking a dramatic comeback nearly two decades after he last competed.
Back in 2005, Tyson stepped away from the sport after losing to Kevin McBride, admitting he no longer had the desire to fight. Now, at 58, he’s preparing to face off against Jake Paul, who is 31 years younger, in what promises to be a compelling clash of generations.
Some fans and analysts have voiced concerns about Tyson’s age, but the former heavyweight champion seems intent on proving he’s still got it.
Tyson recently posted a short clip on social media showing him hammering away at a sparring partner, accompanied by a bold message.
“Oh I can’t wait for November 15th. I’m charging right through you,” Tyson wrote on X.
Tyson’s punches average
The big question, however, is how Tyson‘s endurance will hold up over eight two-minute rounds. During his peak, he averaged 34 punches per round, close to the heavyweight average of 41.
But in his exhibition fight against Roy Jones Jr. in 2020, his output dropped to just 24.1 punches per round. By comparison, current heavyweight Zhilei Zhang averages 27.6 punches, while Oleksandr Usyk leads with 47.6.
Jake Paul, known for his active fighting style, throws about 34.7 punches per round-though those stats come from his cruiserweight bouts. As he bulks up for his fight with Tyson, it’s likely his output could dip.
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