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Jake Paul Claims Victory over Weary Mike Tyson by Unanimous Decision
It was a night to remember as Jake Paul emerged victorious against boxing icon Mike Tyson in a match that many had eagerly awaited. The contest, which took place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on November 15, 2024, ended with Paul winning by unanimous decision. At 58, Tyson appeared to struggle with his stamina, landing only a handful of punches throughout the bout, which left a section of the audience unimpressed, resulting in some booing by the conclusion of the eighth round.
The event attracted a host of celebrities, including Charlize Theron, Joe Jonas, Shaquille O’Neal, and Rob Gronkowski, all gathered to witness the clash. Singer Tori Kelly provided a stirring rendition of the National Anthem to kick off the evening.
Paul made a grand entrance in a low rider, accompanied by his brother Logan, and chose Phil Collins’ “In the Air Tonight” as his entrance theme—an homage to Tyson’s memorable scene in the 2009 film “The Hangover.” In contrast, Tyson walked to the ring solo and paid tribute to his late daughter Exodus by having her name embroidered on his trunks.
Tension had escalated before the fight, highlighted by an incident the day before where Tyson slapped Paul during their pre-fight weigh-in at the Toyota Music Factory in Irving, Texas. The altercation grew more heated when Paul, wearing shoes, crawled toward Tyson and inadvertently stepped on the champion’s toes. Tyson later explained his reaction, stating that while he initially believed the step was accidental, he came to feel it was deliberate.
“He’s an angry little elf,” Paul remarked, dismissing the impact of the slap and assuring the media he didn’t feel a thing. “You’re going to get knocked out tomorrow,” Paul declared, upping the ante with his bravado.
Now, fans can watch the Paul vs. Tyson match globally on Netflix, a fitting conclusion to a buildup that captured widespread attention. While the fight may not have delivered the fireworks some hoped for, Paul’s win over the legendary Tyson adds another chapter to his evolving career in the boxing realm.
