On Friday, November 15, Jake Paul defeated the renowned Mike Tyson by unanimous decision in the main event of the much awaited NetFlix event in Dallas, Texas. Jake Paul defeated Iron Mike with a remarkable comeback after losing to the renowned fighter in the first two rounds. The unofficial scorecard showed that Paul had won the fight, 78-74.
Paul had a 10-1 record going into the battle, while Mike Tyson was returning to the ring after a 19-year break. Originally scheduled for June of this year, Tyson's match was postponed due to an ulcer flare-up. Tyson slapped Paul before the weigh-ins and even declared he wouldn't lose, which created tension before the fight. Both men would confidently declare their victory on the day of the fight, with Paul anticipating a knockout. But Tyson just said, 'a vicious win.'
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Jake Paul would be put to the test in the first several rounds, but Tyson ultimately lost due to age and exhaustion. Before the battle, the walk-ins for both men sort of revealed who they were. Mike Tyson arrived in the ring alone, making a very solemn entrance, while Jake Paul continued to act in his extravagant manner. In Texas, the crowd would express their emotions early on by cheering Iron Mike and booing the Problem Child fiercely.
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Tyson acknowledged the rumors when asked if he was struggling with an ailment, but he stated that he was not prepared to use it as a justification. After the loss, the boxer was asked about his future and stated that, despite his advanced age, he was eager to get back in the ring.
Tyson demanded a fight with WWE star Logan Paul, who was standing next to his brother Jake Paul, during the post-fight exchange inside the ring. Despite the conflicting responses from fans and celebrities, Tyson suggested that the bout might not be his final one in an interview with Ariel Helwani after it took place. He also hinted that after battling his brother, he would take on Logan Paul next.