YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul is now taking on one of boxing's greatest-ever fighters in former undisputed world champion Mike Tyson.

The heavyweight bout is being labelled by some as Paul's toughest test yet, despite the 30-year age gap between him and Tyson.

The fight was originally scheduled for 20 July, but was delayed after Tyson fell ill on a flight due to an ulcer flare up in May.

Here's everything you need to know about the fight.

Who are the fighters?

Jake Paul, 27, is an American YouTube star who made a name for himself on social media platform Vine. He made his professional boxing debut in 2020.

His most high-profile fight so far was his clash with Tyson Fury's brother Tommy Fury last year, which he lost by split decision.

"The Problem Child" has since defeated former UFC contender Nate Diaz, professional boxer Andre August, former Gold Gloves champion Ryan Bourland and most recently MMA fighter Mike Perry to earn himself a boxing record of 10-1.

"Iron Mike" Tyson, 58, retired from professional boxing in 2005 with a 50-6 record and as a former undisputed heavyweight champion.

The legendary fighter, who knocked out 44 opponents during his career, returned to the ring after 15 years in 2020 for a bout against fellow boxing icon Roy Jones, which ended in an unofficial draw.

Tyson's fighting skills place him among the best heavyweight boxers of all time, but the age gap between him and Paul along with some potential ring rust are expected to level the playing field.

Where is it taking place?

The bout is now taking place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The 80,000-seat capacity stadium is home of the Dallas Cowboys and is the biggest NFL stadium in the US.

How can I watch it?

It is being aired on Netflix in what is the first live fight ever on the streaming platform.

Jake Paul, who co-founded Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) in 2021, said his company signed with Netflix because it is "the biggest streaming platform in the world".

Fellow MVP co-founder Nakisa Bidarian added: "Partnering with Netflix for this deal presents an unparalleled opportunity to bring Jake Paul v Mike Tyson to the world on an unprecedented scale."

Do I need to pay for the fight?

Some good news for Netflix users; there is no additional cost for the streaming platform's subscribers.

It's not a pay-per-view event, but you won't be able to watch it unless you have a Netflix account, which costs between £4.99 and £17.99 depending on what sort of plan you subscribe to.

What are the rules?

The Texas Athletic Commission has sanctioned it as a professional fight which will count on the pair's boxing records, but it has put some sanctions in place due to Tyson's age.

There will be eight rounds lasting a maximum of two minutes rather than three, and both boxers will wear 14-ounce gloves, heavier than the usual 10-ounce.

'The fight of a lifetime'

Paul is not typically known for showing respect to his opponents. In the lead-up to his last fight against Tommy Fury, which he lost on points, Paul said Tyson Fury's brother "boxes because he was told to do so by his dad".

"He doesn't have that real heart, that real fighter inside of him," he added.

Few, however, would question Mike Tyson's credentials, with Paul having adopted a more respectful approach to promoting the fight so far.

"My sights are set on becoming a world champion, and now I have a chance to prove myself against the greatest heavyweight champion ever - the baddest man on the planet and the most dangerous boxer of all time," he said, adding: "This will be the fight of a lifetime."

In a face-to-face posted on his YouTube channel on 10 November, Paul said winning would be "bittersweet" due to the respect he has for Tyson, but said it was "my time to shine".

'I plan to finish him'

Critics of the fight have said there is simply too big of an age gap between the two, with Tyson falling ill in May stoking talks over the fight being a mistake for the 58-year-old.

But the veteran has insisted he still has fuel left in the tank, claiming his body is "in better overall shape than it has been since the 1990s".

"I'm very much looking forward to stepping into the ring with Jake Paul," Tyson said - promising to "finish him" and his boxing career.

During the face-to-face, Tyson warned: "I'm not going to lose. I can't even fathom losing.

"I think he thinks this is going to be a very easy night. It's not going to be an easy night."

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