Ric Flair to support Mike Tyson during boxing match against Jake Paul

A great figure in wrestling history, Ric Flair is well-known for having a large network of connections in a variety of fields. Mike Tyson is undoubtedly included in this, and Flair has recently stated that he would support Tyson in his impending boxing matchup with Jake Paul.

Since they have a great deal of respect for one another, Mike Tyson and Ric Flair have been hanging out together for a while. They are partners on a brand-new cannabis line. In one of the most anticipated boxing contests ever, Mike Tyson will face Jake Paul tonight, November 15, 2024, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. During their weigh-in, Tyson even smacked Jake Paul for stepping on his foot.

Today Is Your Big Day! LFG @MikeTyson! I’ll Be In Your Corner! We Will Party All Night Long To Celebrate When You Win! WOOOOO! pic.twitter.com/OahJTcMdkN

— Ric Flair® (@RicFlairNatrBoy) November 15, 2024

Prior to the fight, Ric Flair posted a picture of himself with Mike Tyson on Twitter, stating that he would be at Tyson's side throughout the fight and that he would join Tyson for a party after the boxing great defeated Jake Paul. Note that Jake Paul now has the advantage of the odds. Fans would love to see Mike Tyson completely silence Jake Paul, but we will have to wait and see whether he can overcome the much younger Paul.

Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul fight is scheduled on 16 November

Netflix will now stream the fight, which is currently scheduled on, November 16. Top female fighters Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano will square off in an exciting championship fight for the undisputed junior welterweight title in the opening round of the event, which starts at 8 p.m. ET. In addition, former UFC fighter Darren Till will face former middleweight champion Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. in a light heavyweight bout that will go six rounds. 

Tyson weighed slightly more (228.4) than Paul, who hit the scales at 227.2 pounds. In addition to the high-profile contestants, this November 16 bout is notable for the 31-year age difference between Tyson, 58, and Paul, 27. The fight will last eight rounds, and the gloves will weigh 14 ounces. 

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