The Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight was postponed after Tyson suffered from an injury

Mike Tyson's first boxing match in 19 years will have to wait.

Tyson's fight against Jake Paul, scheduled for July 20 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Tex., was postponed Friday after Tyson suffered an emergency on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles on Sunday. The nature of that medical incident was revealed as an “ulcer flare-up,” which promoters say will require the 57-year-old Tyson to limit himself to “light to light” training for the next few weeks before he is cleared to practice. without limits.

The fight, which would have been the first live boxing event to be shown on Netflix, is likely to be held at AT&T Stadium, Most Valuable Promotions announced in a press release, with a new fight date to be announced on Friday, June 7.

“I want to thank my fans around the world for their support and understanding during this time. “Unfortunately, due to the flare-up of my wound, I have been advised by my doctor to limit my training for a few weeks to rest and recover,” said Tyson (50-6, 44 knockouts) in a statement.

“My body is in the best shape it has been since the 1990s and I will be back to my full training regime soon. Jake Paul, this may have bought you time, but in the end you will still be out and out of boxing forever. I appreciate everyone's patience and I can't wait to deliver an unforgettable performance later this year.”

Although Tyson said on Twitter that he was “feeling 100%” after the flight incident, his representatives revealed that he experienced nausea and dizziness 30 minutes before landing.

The fight was originally scheduled to be under modified rules, as the fight would be eight rounds, two minutes instead of the usual three-minute rounds, and the boxers would use 14-ounce gloves instead of the usual ten-ounce gloves.

“I fully support postponing the event so Mike Tyson doesn't have a reason to come fight night,” said Jake Paul (9-1, 6 KOs), 30 years Tyson's junior at 27 years old.

“My fans know I don't want to face Iron Mike with anything other than his best ability, but make no mistake – if he gets in the ring with me, I'll be ready to get my 'W' with an amazing finish. Paul vs Tyson will be one for the ages, and I promise to bring my best to this once in a lifetime match. “

The event was expected to feature an undisputed super lightweight title fight between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano which was a rematch of their epic 2022 fight, which Taylor won. Serrano (46-2-1, 30 KOs) said to X “These things happen in boxing and the sad thing is since I have my team…I don't do anything without them.”

Tickets purchased earlier will be honored on the new date, organizers said. Those unable to attend the new date can get a refund at the point of purchase or by emailing SeatGeek at [email protected] with the subject line “Paul vs. Tyson”.