Editor's Note: Upon release of the Tyson vs. Jones Jr. rules and regulations, it was confirmed that the fight will be an exhibition with no scoring or winner declared. As a result, most oddsmakers have taken this fight off the market.
Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. odds have shifted since they first hit the boxing betting board back in July, with Iron Mike now the favorite in the eight-round exhibition match set for November 28.
The bout between former undisputed heavyweight world champion Tyson and former four-division world champ, Roy Jones Jr. will take place at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.
Boxing fans will get to see two of the sport's most colorful legends in action once again as the former undisputed heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson takes on former four-division world champ, Roy Jones Jr, widely considered one of the best pound-for-pound boxers of all time.
Here is everything you need to know, including Tyson vs. Jones Jr fight odds, for the upcoming event.
Who is the Favorite to Win Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr.?
Mike Tyson's fight odds opened at -110 with the bout originally a pick'em but Tyson is now the betting favorite at -225 while Jones Jr. comes back at +175.
The 54-year-old Tyson, once the youngest heavyweight champion of all time, has a career record of 50-6 with 44 knockouts.
Although he successfully defended his titles nine times, Iron Mike's career was derailed by time in prison and multiple controversies - in and out of the ring. Tyson's last fight came 15 years ago against Kevin McBride when he quit before the seventh round.
Jones (66-9, 47 KOs) previously held titles at middleweight, super middleweight, light heavyweight and heavyweight. The 51-year-old had a professional fight as recently as February 2018, when he toppled Scott Sigmon via decision.
Since this will be an exhibition bout there are modified rules for the fight. The two power-punchers will not be going for KOs with the referee under specific instructions to stop the match if it goes beyond "the boundaries of a competitive boxing exhibition.". They will also wear larger gloves although head guards will not be necessary.
Tyson vs Jones Jr Betting Odds
| Fighter | Odds to win |
|---|---|
| Mike Tyson | -225 |
| Roy Jones Jr. | +175 |
Odds courtesy of the bet365
When Will Mike Tyson Fight Roy Jones Jr.?
Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. is scheduled for November 28. The bout was originally set for September 12 but was pushed back to maximize revenue.
Where Will Mike Tyson Fight Roy Jones Jr.?
Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. will host their eight-round exhibition fight at Staples Center in Los Angeles, California. The home of the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers will host an event for the first time since March.
Fans will not be attending due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic but the fight will be available to watch on pay-per-view and through the social media platform Triller.
Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr Tale of the Tape
| Mike Tyson | Roy Jones Jr | |
|---|---|---|
| 54 | Age | 51 |
| 5-foot-10 | Height | 5-foot-11 |
| 71 inches | Reach | 74 inches |
| 50-6 (44 KO) | Record | 66-9 (47 KO) |
What is the Undercard for Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr.?
Believe it or not, there is an undercard for this exhibition extravaganza, including a six-round bout between former three-time NBA Slam Dunk champion Nate Robinson and YouTube star Jake Paul.
Two other fights on the card include Badou Jack vs. Blake McKernan, and Viddal Riley vs. Rashad Coulter
How to Read Boxing Odds
With Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. being an exhibition match most sportsbooks have only opened the one betting market on who will win the fight.
With Tyson becoming the favorite for this fight, his odds have the minus sign (-) in front of them at -200. This means that bettors would need to wager $200 in order to win $100. Betting on Jones Jr. to win would pay out more as he's a +150 underdog which means that a $100 wager would profit $150.
The odds listed above are in American format, but can easily be converted to decimal or fractional format via our odds converter tool.
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Where Can I Bet on Tyson vs Jones Jr. Odds?
Despite being an exhibition bout, most sportsbooks will offer fight odds on Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. since they are such iconic names in the sport. Check out the best sportsbooks available where you live.
