Showdown in Texas? Tyson vs. Paul Fight Rules in Disarray: Pro Bout or Exhibition?

Fight rules for Tyson vs. Jake Paul are undecided.

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Jake Paul wants a professional fight with full rules.

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Mike Tyson previously said it would be an exhibition.

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No official request submitted to the Texas Commission yet.

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The promoter is in talks with Texas regulators.

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Unresolved issues include pro-fight vs. exhibition and round length.

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Glove weight and number of rounds are also undecided.

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Texas commission reviews rules on a case-by-case basis.

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The commission won't decide until fight cards are submitted.

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The promoter hasn't submitted fight cards with details yet.

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