Jake Paul now holds a victory over Mike Tyson, however the way in which their battle performed out was lower than satisfying.
After a enjoyable first spherical that noticed Tyson present flashes of the heavyweight knockout king he as soon as was, Friday’s important occasion at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, devolved right into a dreary affair the place neither Tyson nor Paul impressed. Paul walked away with a transparent resolution win, however that had as a lot to do with the 58-year-old Tyson’s inactivity as any a part of Paul’s efficiency.
Regardless, Paul provides Tyson to an inventory of boxing wins that additionally consists of UFC legend Anderson Silva, and MMA standouts Mike Perry, Nate Diaz, Tyron Woodley, and Ben Askren.
Members of the preventing group tuning into the battle had been cruel with their appraisal of the lackluster contest.
Boxing champion Terence Crawford expressed respect for Tyson, however criticized him, writing on Twitter, “He appeared like trash, to coach that lengthy and solely throw 97 punches the entire battle is loopy.”
See extra of the perfect reactions from social media under.
I like Mike Tyson, however they giving him an excessive amount of credit score. He appeared like trash, to coach that lengthy and solely throw 97 punches the entire battle is loopy. I’m simply glad he didn’t get damage on the market.
— Terence Crawford (@terencecrawford) November 16, 2024
Wasn’t probably the most thrilling battle, cool to see Tyson throwing punches i assume – he’s a legend at all times
— Billy Quarantillo (@BillyQMMA) November 16, 2024
I can fall asleep now . Mike Tyson went the space . Good leisure . Jake Paul maintain doing all of your sh**! #PaulTyson
— Derek Brunson (@DerekBrunson) November 16, 2024
Mike Tyson fought properly for a for his age, Jake Paul dominated the battle from the skin and revered Iron Mike!#PaulTyson
— Herbert Burns (@HerbertBurnsMMA) November 16, 2024
I’m simply glad I didn’t must see og mike get knocked out
— Terrance McKinney (@twrecks155) November 16, 2024
Yall might not prefer it however that was a great final result. Completely satisfied Mike will get to go dwelling comparatively harm free
— Sodiq Yusuff (@Super_Sodiq) November 16, 2024
They may’ve a minimum of made this faux BS entertaining. Circus! @jakepaul you’re a clown. Good cash transfer although . Since scripted gentle sparring match.
— Michael Johnson (@Menace155) November 16, 2024
Mikes 58 and has a foul knee. A variety of you had been anticipating method an excessive amount of out of him.
— Funky (@Benaskren) November 16, 2024
Think about being so determined for consideration, fame and cash the place you’ll beat up an outdated man for it. Sickening
— Johnny Eblen (@JohnnyEblen) November 16, 2024
Mike Tyson went on the market and appeared like a chief Tom Lawlor tonight
— “Filthy” Tom Lawlor (@FilthyTomLawlor) November 16, 2024