Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson (Photo ViaNetflix © 2024)
The highly-anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson turned out to be rather disappointing from an entertainment aspect.
Fans hoped for an intense back-and-forth affair between the 58-year-old Mike Tyson and the 27-year-old YouTube star. But it was clear by the fourth round that Paul would be declared the winner, with “Iron Mike” showing almost no stamina or energy over the last half of the fight.
Paul was, as expected, named the winner via unanimous decision after the eight 2-minute rounds. The victory improved his professional boxing record to 11-1, while Tyson will likely retire for good after his humbling defeat to Paul.
The entire internet noticed Mike Tyson biting his glove and thought that was his way of letting Jake Paul know what he was doing during the fight.
The video below shows Mike Tyson biting his gloves.
So that’s why Mike Tyson was biting his glove. So @JakePaul left with both ears and Holyfield could finally have closure #TysonPaul pic.twitter.com/hIPgRRCYw8
— Jay Henry (@jayhenry79) November 16, 2024
Was this their way of “Rigging” the match? Social Media had a lot to say:
Riddle me this: in training camp videos, Tyson was a beast! Ducking, weaving, aggressive as hell, & punching like an angry gorilla! Then he enters the ring and slowly plods around the ring, rarely punching & biting his glove? Something just isn’t right!! pic.twitter.com/KFjIIhp89A
— Craig_ (@NGeorgiaMts) November 16, 2024
Raise your hand if you think the Paul vs Tyson fight was rigged 🙋♂️
He stood there the entire 8 rounds taking punches and biting his glove. But Tyson during training looks completely different.. pic.twitter.com/36Hmdl3nNK
— Point Blank News (@_pblanknews) November 16, 2024
97 punches for 58 years old. Mike did his best.
— Neanderthal V (@Neanderthal_V) November 16, 2024
Who mocked him? He’s a fucking beast. All respect to the Baddest Ever. It was an honor to share the ring with him @MikeTyson https://t.co/989xZBxT1H
— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) November 16, 2024
Raise your hand if you think the Paul vs Tyson fight was rigged 🙋♂️
He stood there the entire 8 rounds taking punches and biting his glove. But Tyson during training looks completely different.. pic.twitter.com/HjIuXxpEUK
— Kma (@KhalidM68103255) November 16, 2024
Tyson biting his glove the entire time because he wanted to knock him out but was paid to lose by looking tired and “giving it his best shot” all to promote Jake Paul.
Who else is mad they bet on Mike believing it wasn’t rigged?
— Jordan Douglas (@Jor_doug) November 16, 2024
There are many ways these rigged fights are orchestrated when signing these secret contracts . It’s not usually one option. With Jake Paul & Mike Tyson, did you guys recognize how Mike Tyson was biting his gloves? Tyson was signaling an emergency option. pic.twitter.com/dfiFyHwT8n
— Astro Eye 𓂀 (@livethenheal) November 16, 2024
When you’re Mike Tyson, Age isn’t just a number, it’s a badge of honor, grit, and unrelenting belief. Jake Paul may have taken the win, but Iron Mike walked away with something far greater—our unwavering respect. Legends like him don’t retire—they redefine the game. pic.twitter.com/XCOSo8D8xZ
— Suniel Shetty (@SunielVShetty) November 16, 2024
Jake Paul asserts his boxing dominance with win over Mike Tyson in Netflix spectacle https://t.co/za4u5lyXpo pic.twitter.com/CnRUD8FOC0
— New York Post (@nypost) November 16, 2024
Wait… Mike Tyson went 8 rounds? That’s insane. I need to watch that fight. But for me, that shows the size of heart on him.
However, considering his age, I’m surprised the organisers didn’t make it a 6-round fight at most. pic.twitter.com/pYz4fhftEV
— Vince™ (@Blue_Footy) November 16, 2024
After the match, a plethora of disgruntled fans took to X/Twitter and accused the match of being “rigged.”
Mike Tyson had the chance to have the greatest moment in sports history right here: pic.twitter.com/fkTJiSECsF
— jack (@jack_bfr) November 16, 2024
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is a money grab!! They are there to collect their funds and go!
Jake Paul is a con artist.#rigged #robbed #fake pic.twitter.com/O6jK3nuGPM— Georgia (@GeorgiaReigns) November 16, 2024
How about this fixed fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul? #fight #boxing #miketysonjakepaul pic.twitter.com/me3i27R3ck
— Coco Loco (@CocoLoco198) November 16, 2024
Have you seen a more rigged fight? Tyson threw more punches and hurt more sparring partners than he did in this fight. He was hardly punching. pic.twitter.com/P9mVjthITS
— The Angry Trojan! (@JoshArena512) November 16, 2024
Taylor vs Serrano fight showcased how fixed the Paul v Tyson was. #bitchmade
— Keegan O’Tool (@Keegantuller) November 16, 2024
me staying up until 4:37am just to see Tyson lose to a rigged fight pic.twitter.com/oMLUD4gzMg
— 𝒜 (@ch4pter21) November 16, 2024
#TysonPaul Tyson looking his age and Paul is looking his skill level which is trash . On top of that the fight is fixed 🤣🤣🤣 pic.twitter.com/GxDMbOdNPd
— MOOREHOUSE423🐘🦅 (@MOOREHOUSE423) November 16, 2024
Can’t believe I wasted my time expecting this fight not to be rigged but glad Mike Tyson got paid #PaulTyson pic.twitter.com/An2TFmG1WU
— 𝐌𝐌𝐀 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐮𝐬 (@mmamarcuss) November 16, 2024
Mike Tyson gave it his all and fared well for a 58-year-old. But as we all know, father time is undefeated. And Paul used every bit of his superior size, speed and athleticism to his advantage.
Mike Tyson Takes Home A Nice Payday
It hasn’t been revealed exactly how much Tyson was being paid, but USA Today reported that experts believe he would take home around $20 million. Regardless of the match result, that nice payday will set Tyson and his family up nicely.
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