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Mike Tyson, Jake Paul Immediately ‘Suspended’ Following Fight on Friday
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Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will now be "suspended" for some time following their fight on Friday night, according to a report by The Mirror.

However, this suspension is not because of something illegal or any violation of a policy. Instead, it is part of the rules mandated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

The Mirror emphasized before the fight started that "both men will be handed suspensions no matter who wins." Nonetheless, it is technically a rest requirement.

Since the Tyson-Paul clash was a professional bout, rather than an exhibition match, both fighters are required to adhere to the mandatory requirements set by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, who sanctioned the fight.

According to the regulations, both Tyson and Paul must undergo a mandatory three-day rest for every round they fought. Since their bout went the full eight rounds, the two must now rest for 24 days.

"Mandatory rest—all contestants shall receive a mandatory rest period of calculated as three days of rest for each round fought with no less than a seven day mandatory rest period," the regulation stated.

Both boxers also need to undergo "post-contest examination," which could lead to potential medical suspensions or disqualifications. According to the regulation, "medical suspension will be based upon the physician's recommendation."

Since no one was knocked out in the fight, though, Mike Tyson and Jake Paul aren't facing medical disqualification. Paul beat Tyson via unanimous decision, with the judges scoring it 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73.

While both Tyson and Paul can't fight for the next three weeks or so, it's unlikely they will be in a rush to get back into the ring. Both boxers are likely to take the opportunity to recover and enjoy the massive purse they are set to receive from the matchup..

Tyson is set to earn an estimated $20 million from the fight, while Paul is expected to get $40 million.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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