Jake Paul and Mike Tyson stepped into the ring for a highly anticipated showdown at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
The global audience tuned in via Netflix to witness the match, which concluded with Paul securing a unanimous decision victory over the boxing icon.
The 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer faced the legendary 58-year-old Tyson in an eight-round bout that drew mixed reactions from fans.
While some praised the effort of both fighters, others expressed disappointment, citing a lack of significant action.
Match statistics underscored the stark contrast in performance between the two. Tyson landed only 18 punches out of 97 attempts, averaging 2.25 hits per round with an 18% success rate.
Meanwhile, Paul landed 78 out of 278 punches, achieving a 28% success rate.
Commentators described Tyson’s struggle in the ring as “sad,” noting his difficulty in keeping pace with the younger fighter.
The disparity in punch statistics became a point of discussion among fans and analysts alike.
The lead-up to the fight was not without controversy. During the weigh-in, Paul mimicked a knuckle-walking gesture toward Tyson, sparking accusations of racial insensitivity.
The situation escalated when Paul stepped on Tyson’s toes, prompting Tyson to slap him.
Addressing the incident, Tyson said, “I was in my socks and he had on shoes. He stepped on my toe because he is a f*ing ahole. I wanted to think it happened by accident.
But now I think it may have happened on purpose.” This moment added tension to an already charged event.
Technical issues also marred the fight’s broadcast, with Netflix experiencing outages in the hour before the match.
Around 90,000 viewers reported streaming difficulties, leading to frustration among fans eager to watch the bout live.
In the aftermath, both fighters reflected on their performances. Tyson praised Paul, calling him a “good fighter,” while Paul described the experience as an “honor” to face such a legendary figure.
The mutual respect between the two was evident despite the heated moments during the fight.
However, the conclusion of the fight brought an unexpected twist. Both Paul and Tyson were handed suspensions by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
The department mandates a minimum seven-day rest period for fighters, with an additional three days added for each round fought.
Given the eight-round duration, both boxers face a 24-day suspension, ensuring adequate recovery time.
This suspension, though standard protocol, adds intrigue to their future plans.
Fans are left wondering how both fighters will utilize this time and what lies ahead in their respective boxing journeys.
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