Mike Tyson is the underdog for his July fight against Jake Paul.
Stephen A. Smith can't believe the bout between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul has been classified as sanctioned fight.
The heavyweight fight between Paul, 27, and Tyson, who will turn 58 in June, was officially sanctioned by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations on Monday, and sportsbooks quickly posted odds. Paul, was listed as a -195 favorite on Thursday at ESPN BET, with Tyson a +150 underdog at the sportsbook.
The heavyweight bout will be contested over eight two-minute rounds with each fighter using 14-ounce gloves. The outcome will be included in their professional boxing records.
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