New Delhi: Jake Paul emerged victorious over Mike Tyson by unanimous decision in their eight-round heavyweight exhibition at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Paul displayed dominance with his jab and reach, preventing Tyson from landing any significant blows. Despite Tyson’s efforts, including a few bursts of aggression, Paul maintained control throughout the fight, ultimately securing the win. Judges scored the contest 80-72 and 79-73 in Paul’s favor.
Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson by unanimous decision after eight rounds in their heavyweight match at AT&T Stadium, Arlington, Texas. All three judges scored the fight in Paul’s favor, with two scoring it 79-73 and one at 80-72. Despite some moments of aggression from Tyson, Paul controlled the bout with his superior reach and jab, ensuring victory.
Paul will walk away with Rs 338 crore after the win in Arlington, Texas while 58-year-old Tyson gets Rs 168 in spite of his loss on Friday night.
The fight, sanctioned by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, was contested at 2-minute rounds and both fighter wore 14-ounce gloves instead of the regular 10-ounce gloves for heavyweight fights.
The fight between 58-year-old Mike Tyson and 27-year-old Jake Paul was originally scheduled for July 20 but was postponed after Tyson sought medical attention for an ulcer flare-up during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles in May.
Mike Tyson, with a record of 50-7, including 44 knockouts, became the youngest heavyweight champion at 20 in 1986. A year later, he unified all three major belts, becoming the undisputed champion. He successfully defended the titles six times before losing in a historic upset to James “Buster” Douglas via a 10th-round knockout in February 1990.