'Absurd': Internet agrees with Derek Chisora as he labels Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul boxing rules 'joke'

DALLAS, TEXAS: The highly-anticipated exhibition bout between boxing legend Mike Tyson and controversial YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul has been plunged into chaos and ridicule following the revelation of the proposed rules by British heavyweight Derek Chisora.

In a move that has sent shockwaves through the combat sports world, Chisora claims that the fighters will be required to don headgear and use heavily padded 18oz gloves, effectively turning the much-hyped event into a glorified sparring session, as per The Daily Express.

This startling disclosure has ignited a firestorm of outrage among boxing enthusiasts, who have taken to social media to express their dismay and condemn the rules as a mockery of the sport's integrity.

Derek Chisora expresses dismay at rules of Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul bout

Speaking to reporter Radio Rahim, a visibly disgruntled Chisora expressed his dismay, labeling the rules a "f*****g joke." "I know for a fact they are using 18oz gloves and head guards if I'm not mistaken. I think so. So we're watching a sparring match. It's a f*****g joke. You think I'm paying to watch that?" Chisora exclaimed.

Traditionally, professional boxers compete with 8 or 10oz gloves, while employing 14oz gloves for sparring sessions to minimize the risk of injury during training. The use of 18oz gloves, filled with excessive padding, significantly diminishes the power and intensity of the blows exchanged between the fighters, effectively neutering the contest.

The inclusion of headgear further underscores the amateur nature of the bout, raising questions about its legitimacy and the motivations behind staging such a spectacle.

At 57 years old, Tyson is unlikely to receive professional sanctioning, rendering the event a mere exhibition match devoid of the intensity and thrill that boxing enthusiasts crave.

High-profile clash promises significant financial rewards for Mike Tyson and Jake Paul

Scheduled for July 20 at the Dallas Cowboys' AT&T Stadium, the upcoming bout features Tyson emerging from retirement for a singular match against the transformed YouTuber, Paul.

The event, set to be streamed on Netflix, promises significant financial rewards for both participants. With an anticipated audience of over 80,000, the high-profile clash is poised to be a major spectacle at the AT&T Stadium.

Details regarding the fight between Tyson and Paul have not been disclosed by Netflix or the fighters. Paul boasts a record of 9 wins in 10 professional matches, his sole defeat coming against Tommy Fury last year. Tyson, who last engaged in a professional fight in 2005, had an exhibition match in 2020.

Internet reacts

As news of the unconventional rules for the Tyson vs Paul bout circulated, the internet swiftly chimed in, echoing Chisora's discontent.

One X user expressed their disbelief, stating, "The Mike Tyson n Jake Paul fight has some crazy-a*s rules smh." Another user weighed in on the situation, declaring, "These rules for the Jake Paul Mike Tyson fight are so wack."

A third individual took a critical stance, asserting, "The rules & regulations of the Jake Paul / Mike Tyson fight prove that it’s just for entertainment & Paul is one hell of a fraud."

Adding to the chorus of disapproval, someone remarked, "Bro, the Jake Paul Mike Tyson fight rules are ridiculous."

Amid the online discourse, a fifth user brought attention to the perceived absurdity of the rules, asking, "Has anyone seen the rules for @jakepaul vs @MikeTyson?? This shit is absurd."

Meanwhile, a sixth user joined the conversation, expressing their strong opinion, "Have y’all seen the rules for the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight? That shit is stupid as hell."

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