DALLAS — Mike Tyson said that “the devil himself” would show up Friday night in his boxing match against Jake Paul. He gave Paul a preview at Thursday’s weigh-in.

After Tyson weighed in at 233 pounds, he approached Paul for the final stare-down before Friday’s clash at AT&T Stadium. Paul, who weighed a career-high 220 pounds, darted forward from a crawling stance to get up close and personal to the former heavyweight champion.

In response to Paul, 27, entering his personal space, Tyson unleashed an open-handed slap that connected flush on Paul’s face. The two were quickly separated by security as Paul played to the crowd, mocked Tyson and laughed at him.

A source close to Tyson told ESPN that Tyson reacted to Paul “purposefully” stepping on his foot during the stare-down. Tyson was fed up with Paul’s trash talk, according to the source, and stepping on his foot was the tipping point for Tyson.

Tyson was escorted away while Paul addressed the crowd, saying, “It’s personal now. He must die!”

Tyson’s demeanor has shifted over the past several days. He was talkative during Tuesday’s open workouts but appeared much more subdued at Wednesday’s news conference, offering short answers to questions from the media. By Thursday, he seemed to have had enough of the talking and was ready for action.

How that translates to Friday’s bout is anyone’s guess, but the slap has only heightened anticipation for the generational clash between the iconic boxer and the YouTuber-turned-prizefighter.

Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul date and time: Fight schedule, odds, how to watch

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are closing in on one of the biggest boxing events of 2024, with the ex-heavyweight champion and the YouTube sensation-turned-fighter set to take center stage on Netflix.

Tyson vs. Paul will be the main event on a fascinating fight card promoted by the streaming platform and Most Valuable Promotions, with a huge crowd anticipated at the home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys, AT&T Stadium.

The bout came into question earlier this year, when Tyson dealt with an ulcer flare-up in May that required him to scale back training. However, the parties were able to agree to move the fight date from July 15 to November, giving fight fans the match they’ve been looking forward to.

Tyson resumed training in July, and has declared himself physically ready for the fight. Netflix has begun airing “Countdown: Paul vs. Tyson,” a documentary tracking both fighters as they go through grueling training camps and navigate all the hype heading into the massive bout.

Here’s everything you need to know about the Tyson vs. Paul fight, including date, time, odds, and how to watch:

What time is Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight?

Netflix will start coverage of the full fight card at 8 p.m. ET on Friday, Nov. 15. The exact ringwalk and fight time for Tyson vs. Paul is not yet determined, as the other fights on the card could serve as variables.

Where is Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight happening?

The big fight between “Iron Mike” and “The Problem Child” is scheduled to take place at AT&T Stadium, the Arlington, Texas home of the Dallas Cowboys. The venue, which holds 80,000, has hosted some major boxing matches over the years, including multiple fights featuring former champion Manny Pacquiao current pound-for-pound No. 1 Canelo Álvarez.