The highly anticipated Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson boxing match, one of 2024’s most awaited events, has hit an unexpected snag. Fans eager to see social media star Jake Paul face off against the legendary Tyson will have to wait a bit longer. Tyson’s representatives announced on May 31 that the boxing icon fell ill during a flight to Los Angeles, causing a delay in the event. A new date is expected to be revealed in the first week of June. However, Logan Paul has a bold proposition to fill the gap.
Logan Paul, who has also ventured into the boxing ring, saw the delay as a perfect opportunity to challenge his brother. “So Mike Tyson’s out,” he wrote on X (formerly Twitter). “I’ll step in and we can settle this once and for all.” Accompanying his tweet, Logan shared a picture of the brothers in a playful face-off, adding a lighthearted twist to the situation. Despite Logan’s enthusiasm, Jake is deeply affected by the postponement. During an Instagram Live session, he expressed his disappointment, calling the news “devastating” and explaining the hard work his team had put into the preparation.
“I feel bad for everyone involved in this event. The whole undercard. This is an opportunity that’s been ripped from all of us,” Jake said, emphasizing the logistical challenges the delay has caused. However, he underscored that Tyson’s health is paramount. “I do value Mike’s health first and foremost,” Jake added. “I want Mike to be healthy… He says he’s still gonna knock me out, and I bought myself some time.” Jake remains committed to facing Tyson when the boxer is ready.
Logan’s bid to replace Tyson comes with an ironic twist. He previously claimed on his podcast that he was initially offered the fight against Tyson but turned it down, considering Tyson too old. This claim led to a public disagreement between the Paul brothers, with Jake refuting Logan’s statement on an Adin Ross Twitch stream. “I don’t know why he would say that,” Jake said. “Me and most valuable promotions and my partner Nikisa struck a deal with Netflix. Mike Tyson wasn’t offering people deals, so I don’t know what he’s talking about.”
As fans wait for the rescheduled Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight, the possibility of a Paul vs. Paul showdown adds an intriguing twist to the ongoing saga.