The fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, which had captured the attention of fans and critics alike, has sparked controversy.
Jake Paul defeated boxing icon Mike Tyson by unanimous decision in Arlington, Texas, but many believe the fight didn’t live up to expectations.
A Fight That Didn’t Meet Expectations
Throughout the bout, Paul, 27, controlled the match against the 58-year-old Tyson.
However, Paul later claimed he chose not to knock Tyson out, which raised suspicions.
Fans began to speculate that the fight might not have been as real as it seemed, given the lack of intensity and the surprising lack of a knockout.
The Moment Fans Believe Proves the Fight Was Staged
Social media users quickly picked up on a specific moment during the match that they believe proves the fight was staged.
A clip shared on X (formerly Twitter) shows Tyson appearing to wind up for a powerful right hook aimed at Paul’s unguarded face.
However, Tyson pulls his punch at the last second.
The video was captioned: “Just in case anyone had any doubts,” fueling further rumors that the match had been prearranged.
The Age Gap and the Money Behind the Match
The fight also faced criticism because of the massive age difference between the two fighters—Tyson, at 58, is 31 years older than Paul.
Despite this, both fighters earned substantial payouts.
Paul reportedly walked away with $40 million, while Tyson earned $20 million for his involvement.
The fight brought Paul’s professional boxing record to 11-1, with his sole defeat coming from Tommy Fury in February 2023.
A Controversial Fight and Technical Issues
The fight’s sanctioning was questioned by some, especially after Tyson’s health scare earlier this year.
The former heavyweight champion had been sidelined after suffering an ulcer flare-up during a flight, which required multiple blood transfusions.
This raised concerns about Tyson’s readiness to fight, considering his age and time away from the ring.
On top of the doubts surrounding the fight’s authenticity, the live broadcast on Netflix was plagued with technical issues.
Fans complained of poor video quality, buffering, and audio glitches.
By 10:35 PM ET, over 80,000 viewers had reported problems with the stream, with the hashtag #unwatchable trending on social media.
What’s Next for Jake Paul?
With this victory, Paul’s professional boxing record now stands at 11-1.
Fans are left wondering what the future holds for the 27-year-old as he moves forward in his boxing career, with many questioning whether his next fight will spark even more controversy.
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