10 Highlights

• Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul at the weigh-in in Dallas after Paul allegedly stepped on Tyson's foot, following intense trash-talking.
• The altercation, while unexpected, has led to increased speculation about whether it was staged for publicity ahead of their anticipated fight.
• • Tyson, 58, in his first pro bout in two decades, has shown a pensive demeanor but asserts he will unleash on the 27-year-old Paul.
  • Jake Paul, stepping into a heavyweight category for the first time, inflamed tensions by taunting Tyson, branding him 'boring' and 'angry'.
  • Their bout will be streaming live on Netflix, marking a landmark in live boxing broadcasts, promising wide accessibility.
  • Tyson and Paul's confrontation heightened betting interest favoring Tyson, as fans speculate on the outcome of this spectacle.
  • Both fighters weigh in at peak readiness, Tyson at 233 lbs and Paul at a career-high 220 lbs, fueling audience anticipation.
  • Event fighters have mutually embraced their roles: Tyson as a legendary fighter and Paul as a provocateur in the boxing world.
  • Rule adjustments including 14oz gloves and shorter eight rounds add an edge to the fight, aiming to intensify the match's pace.
  • Financial stakes are high with Paul set to earn $40M and Tyson $20M, adding layers of tension and intrigue to the event.