Mike Tyson has spoken out about the terrifying health incident that led to him initially pulling out of his fight with Jake Paul.

The Heavyweight boxing legend is set to fight the controversial influencer and ex-Disney star Friday, 15 November.

Prior to this, Tyson ended up pulling out of their originally scheduled fight in July, with the event eventually being rescheduled.

The former heavyweight champion suffered a medical emergency on a plane where his representatives said he began to feel ‘nauseous and dizzy’, which was due to an ‘ulcer flair-up’ before landing.

Afterwards, the star spoke about the incident, telling his X followers that he was feeling ‘100 percent’.

And now, Tyson has revealed more in a newly released Netflix documentary, Countdown: Paul vs Tyson, which chronicles the lead up to the event from both fighter’s perspectives.

In the documentary, the boxer reveals that in the incident he was ‘throwing up blood’ and feared he was ‘going to die’.

He said: “A week and a half ago I was training and I was doing great but then all of a sudden I started feeling tired.

“I was explaining to my trainer, ‘I don’t know what’s wrong with me’.

“Coming here from Miami on the plane, I went to the bathroom, and I threw up blood. The next thing I know I’m on the floor, I was defecating tar.

“So, I came here, and they found I had a big ulcer, two-and-a-half inches, and it was bleeding. All my friends were calling me like I was dying.”

Tyson continued: “I asked the doctor if I was going to die, and she didn’t say no. She said we have options though, and that’s when I got nervous.

“I can’t wait to get out of this motherf**ker, man. God, I want to fight and start training. I don’t want to die in the hospital bedroom, I want to die in the ring.

“You wouldn’t believe what I endured from my ulcer. I lost 26 pounds, can you imagine that? I was so p*ssed off because I had peaked. I was good, talking sh*t, ready. “

Paul also gave his reaction to the news in the documentary, saying: “When I received the news that he was out and not able to fight, I was just numb, I was just like, ‘f**k’.”

The YouTuber went on to say: “Nobody can tell Mike Tyson what to do, and if he wants to fight me, of course I’m going to say yes.

“This is the opportunity of a lifetime to fight one of the two most famous boxers to ever live – Muhammad Ali and Mike Tyson.

“I look at Mike Tyson as a killer, so I never really expected something like this.”

Tyson and Paul will fight in the boxing ring a week tonight, with the event also being streamed on Netflix.

As the date of their clash in the ring looms nearer, Jake Paul is making a point of stomping out any speculation regarding who wanted the fight to be a professional boxing match.

The Problem Child, 27, will face off against Mike Tyson at the AT&T Stadium in Texas on 20 July while millions of people tune in via Netflix, in what is set to be a battle that nobody wants to miss.

The fact that Paul will be fighting the legendary sportsman just a few weeks after he turns 58 has been a big talking point, especially as doctors warned a brawl could be ‘devastating’ for the baddest man on the planet.

Boxing fans have also been having a good debate about the rules for the clash – such as it having eight two minute rounds, with Tyson calling it ‘an exhibition’ but promising that viewers will be in for a proper fight.

The pair will also sport gloves which are more padded than usual, bringing them up to 14oz, rather than the typical 10oz, and they won’t be wearing headgear.

Despite these changes, Texas authorities sanctioned the event as a professional boxing match – meaning that it will go on both Paul and Tyson’s professional records forever.

Fans aren’t too happy about the rules laid out for the Netflix battle though, as they reckon they might be served up a glorified ‘sparring session’ rather than a bloody brawl.

The famous fighters have both agreed to the modified rules which were announced earlier this week, but the YouTube star doesn’t want to take the blame for them.

During an episode of his BS podcast, the former Vine star pinned it all on his opponent and said: “Yep, all his [Tyson’s] rules. I agreed to all his rules.

“I just want to make it clear, Mike Tyson is the one who wanted it to be a pro fight.

“I said to Nakisa [Paul’s business partner and manager], if that is what Mike wants, then that’s fine, but make sure if you tell Mike that there is no holding back. Whatever happens, happens and this is war now.”

Paul went on to say that he wasn’t sure if his opponent could handle the idea of being beaten.

The boxer continued: “If he puts me down, I can deal with that, but if I put him down, he needs to be the one making the decision on whether or not he can deal with that.

“Now that it’s a pro fight and it’s on my record and I’m going to put him down, and if people are p***ed about it, then watch soccer. Go watch some volleyball, don’t watch boxing.”

The YouTuber claimed Tyson is the one who wanted it to be a pro fight (Nicolò Campo/LightRocket via Getty Images)

Although he talks a good talk, Paul did admit that it being a professional boxing match ‘makes it real, makes it war’.

The American added: “He’s a killer too and the fact that he wanted it…I think he wants to end my a** and put me in the dirt. To make a statement to all of boxing that he is and was, all of things and is still the baddest man on the planet.

“That he can still get in there at this age and put down the young buck.”

Paul was eight-years-old the last time Tyson fought a professional bout, as the then-38-year-old picking up his sixth career loss to Kevin McBride in 2005.

Tyson’s publicist, Joann Mignano, said the sporting icon was ‘happy with the two-minute rounds because it gives Jake less of an opportunity to run around’.

I guess only time will tell with these two.

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson is off for the foreseeable future due to Tyson suffering from a medical emergency.

Netflix, which had been due to screen their bout, announced last night (31 May) that the fight will still go ahead but that it’ll be happening later in the year.

Paul and Tyson had been scheduled to step into the ring on 20 July but that’s not going to be the case.

The streaming site said: “Unfortunately Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will not face-off on July 20 as planned.

“Tyson’s recent ulcer flare up has limited his ability to train fully for the next few weeks.

“The fight will be rescheduled for a date later this year after Mike’s able to resume training with no limitations and both fighters can have equal time to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup!”

Paul then took to social media to issue his own statement and give his own verdict on the fight being postponed.

He said: “Obviously devastating news, I’m heartbroken, speechless, like gutted.

“We’ve been working so hard over here, everyone in this camp, and I just feel bad for everyone involved in this event, the whole undercard, this opportunity has been ripped from all of us.

“But I do value Mike’s health first and foremost. Love that guy, I have so much respect for him and I want Mike to be healthy.

“He says he still is gonna knock me out and I bought myself some time, so Mike is still talking s**t over there, but Mike if you want to do this behind closed doors, behind the scenes you say you want to do this in Q4 you just need a little bit of time.

“I’m ready whenever you are, this is too big of an opportunity, I think this fight’s gonna change the world and I turn all my L’s into W’s.

“That’s the motto I live by, the universe makes no mistakes so let’s see what’s in store, but sorry this didn’t work out to everyone, the fans, love you guys.”

Tyson recently needed paramedics to come onto a plane he was on after an ‘ulcer flare up’. (Cooper Neill/Getty Images for Netflix)

Just days ago, Tyson had been feeling ‘nauseous and dizzy’ on a flight, with staff asking whether there was a doctor on board to help and paramedics boarding the plane after it landed in Los Angeles.

His representatives confirmed this was ‘due to an ulcer flare up’.

At the end of the day, the boxer’s health is paramount as the fight is going to pit Mike Tyson, who for all his reputation in boxing will be a 58-year-old man when he gets into the ring, against a 27-year-old opponent.

In a statement, Tyson said: “I want to thank my fans around the world for their support and understanding during this time. Unfortunately, due to my ulcer flareup, I have been advised by my doctor to lighten my training for a few weeks to rest and recover.

“My body is in better overall shape than it has been since the 1990s and I will be back to my full training schedule soon. Jake Paul, this may have bought you some time, but in the end you will still be knocked out and out of boxing for good.

“I appreciate everyone’s patience and can’t wait to deliver an unforgettable performance later this year.”

It was announced earlier today that Jake Paul will face off against boxing legend Mike Tyson on 20 July.

The bout would be held at the AT&T stadium in Arlington, Texas, and it will be live streamed on Netflix for all subscribers of the streaming platform.

Also known as ‘The Problem Child’ or ‘El Gallo’, Jake Paul has taken his boxing career very seriously in the past few years, building up an impressive record of 9-1, including six KOs.

Initially beginning by fighting influencers and non-boxers, his last couple of bouts have been against actual pro boxers, managing to knockout Ryan Bourland in round one on 2 March.

Paul even stated it was ‘time to put Iron Mike to sleep’ on X.

It goes without saying that Mike Tyson is one of the most legendary boxers and athletes in history, breaking onto the scene as the youngest ever heavyweight champion at just 20, going on to have a career that would consist of 37 straight wins at one point, including 33 KOs.

Following the announcement, fans have been quick to issue Jake with some advice on social media.

They were quick to remind Jake of an incident in 1997, when Tyson faced Evander Holyfield for the WBA Heavyweight Championship.

One user commented: “Wear ear protection…,” with the eyes emoji.

Another said: “JAKE PAUL ABT TO MEET HIS MAKER *better wear some ear guards,” accompanied with a GIF of Tyson laughing.

A third put: “Two words for Jake Paul: ear protection”.

All of these comments are in reference to Tyson’s actions in the aforementioned fight, when he bit Holyfield’s ear after his opponent had head butted him a few times in the fight.

Tyson bit a one inch piece of cartilage from the top of his right ear and spat it out, causing a scuffle in the ring, though the fight would continue after this.

He also bit Holyfield’s left ear later in the fight, but even though he didn’t rip a piece off that time, the fight was finally halted after officials discovered the second bite.

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Holyfield was then announced as the winner, meaning he retained his heavyweight title, though with less of his right ear.

As a result, Tyson had his pro boxing licence revoked until it was reinstated over a year later, and had to pay a $3 million (£2.35 million) fine and legal fees.

The two later became close friends after retiring, even joining forces to start business venture ‘Holy Ears’, which were edible cannabis sweets in the shape of Holyfield’s ear, featuring a funny Christmas promotion ad.

Hatchet well and truly buried.

Even though it does look like Tyson has left his erratic years behind him, Paul might have to be on the look out for similar unpredictable stunts in the ring.