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UFC Fighters react after Jake Paul defeats Mike Tyson
Chris Taylor - November 15, 2024
Several UFC fighters took to social media to share their respective reactions to tonight’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson bout. Paul (11-1) and Tyson (50-7) squared off in a professional boxing match scheduled for eight two-minute rounds this evening at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Jake Paul defeats Mike Tyson (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - November 15, 2024
After months of buildup, Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will finally collide inside of the squared circle this evening in Arlington, Texas. Paul (10-1) will be returning to action for the first time since scoring a sixth-round TKO victory over Mike Perry this past July in Tampa Bay (see that here). That victory marked ‘The Problem Child’s’ fourth in a row, as he had previously scored first-round knockout victories over Andre August and Ryan Bourland, as well as a unanimous decision win over UFC legend Nate Diaz.
Mike Tyson explains why he slapped Jake Paul in viral weigh-in skirmish
Curtis Calhoun - November 15, 2024
Mike Tyson says Jake Paul is responsible for getting slapped by the heavyweight boxing great at their final pre-fight staredown. Tyson and Paul will clash tonight in their heavyweight matchup in Dallas, TX. The fight marks the professional boxing return of the all-time great Tyson, who will enter the ring just weeks after turning 58 years old.
REPORT | Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will make upwards of $60 million for Netflix boxing match
Josh Evanoff - November 15, 2024
Tonight’s professional boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will be quite the payday for both. ‘Iron Mike’ is set to head to the boxing ring for the first time in a professional capacity in nearly two decades. Back for the first time since a stoppage loss to Kevin McBride in 2005, Mike Tyson will face Jake Paul. The YouTuber-turned-boxer has made his name by largely defeating UFC veterans, last stopping Mike Perry in July.
WATCH | Mike Tyson slaps Jake Paul during faceoff following weigh-in
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2024
Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul during their faceoff following weigh-ins on Thursday night. After the ceremonial weigh-ins, Tyson and Paul had their faceoff when the former heavyweight champ slapped Paul.
Dana White admits he's concerned for Mike Tyson's health ahead of Jake Paul fight: "I hope he comes out healthy"
Cole Shelton - November 14, 2024
Dana White says he’s concerned for Mike Tyson and his health. Tyson is 58 years old and set to box Jake Paul on Friday night live on Netflix. It’s a highly-anticipated fight but White says he is just hoping Tyson can leave the fight healthy as he doesn’t think a 58-year-old should be boxing.
Sean Strickland hurls scathing diss at Jake Paul and Netflix over Mike Tyson fight
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 14, 2024
Former UFC middleweight champion Sean Strickland has hurled quite the dig at Jake Paul and popular streaming platform Netflix ahead of the Mike Tyson fight. Paul and Tyson will collide inside AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The boxing match will be taking place this Friday night and it’ll air live on Netflix. Paul is 27 years old, while Tyson is 58. Many have been critical of this fight being approved and scheduled.
Deontay Wilder confirms plans to resume boxing career, calls out Francis Ngannou: "The best is yet to come"
Josh Evanoff - November 12, 2024
Former heavyweight boxing champion Deontay Wilder wants to fight Francis Ngannou next. ‘The Bronze Bomber’ is at a very strange point in his career. Deontay Wilder last appeared in the boxing ring in June, against Zhilei Zhang in Saudi Arabia. For the former champion, the bout offered the chance to redeem himself for his loss to Joseph Parker last December. That loss to the Australian derailed plans to face Anthony Joshua in March.
Jake Paul plans on calling out Canelo Alvarez after beating Mike Tyson: “We will fight to see who actually is the face of boxing”
Harry Kettle - November 12, 2024
Jake Paul has revealed that he plans on calling out Canelo Alvarez if he’s able to defeat Mike Tyson on Friday night. This Friday, Jake Paul will battle Mike Tyson in a huge boxing match. It will be broadcast globally on Netflix, with the expectation being that millions all around the world will tune in to watch the fight. In many ways, in the streaming era, it’s the first contest of its kind to be shown to such a large audience.
WATCH | Mike Tyson sends Jake Paul chilling message ahead of boxing match: "He's a manufactured killer"
Josh Evanoff - November 11, 2024
Boxing legend Mike Tyson is tired of waiting around to fight Jake Paul. ‘Iron Mike’ hasn’t been seen in the boxing ring in a professional capacity in nearly two decades. Mike Tyson’s last professional fight came in June 2005, against journeyman Kevin McBride. However, despite being up on the scorecards, the former heavyweight champion quit on his stool. In his post-fight interview, Tyson admitted that he didn’t like the sport anymore.
Jake Paul says he's manifesting KO win over Mike Tyson this Friday in Arlington
Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 11, 2024
Jake Paul believes he will put Mike Tyson away this Friday night. On November 15th, Paul and Tyson will collide at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. There is a significant age difference between the two. Paul is 27 years old, while Tyson is 58. Despite many crying foul over the fight booking, Paul maintains that Tyson is still a dangerous foe.
Boxing legend Tyson Fury gives his honest opinion on fighter pay
Harry Kettle - November 11, 2024
Heavyweight boxing legend Tyson Fury has given his thoughts on fighter pay and just how important it is. If anyone knows what it feels like to work your way up to the top of the mountain, it’s Tyson Fury. In the eyes of many, ‘The Gypsy King’ is one of the best heavyweight boxers to ever compete in the sport. In equal measure, he’s a pretty controversial figure – but he’s also a superstar.
Mike Tyson reflects on career struggles ahead of boxing return against Jake Paul: "I wouldn't wish my life on anybody"
Josh Evanoff - November 7, 2024
Heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson has done some reflecting ahead of his fight with Jake Paul. ‘Iron Mike’ is set to make one final walk to the boxing ring later this month. In the main event of Netflix-promoted card, Mike Tyson will face YouTuber-turned-fighter Jake Paul. For the 58-year-old, the contest will be his first professional fight in nearly 20 years. Tyson last competed against journeyman Kevin McBride in June 2005.
VIDEO | Mike Tyson drops sparring partner in new footage ahead of Jake Paul fight
Curtis Calhoun - November 6, 2024
Heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson turned some skeptical heads around after he dropped a sparring partner just days before his fight with Jake Paul. Tyson will make his professional boxing return next week against Paul in a Dallas, TX headliner. He will be fighting professionally for the first time since 2005.
Jake Paul’s girlfriend expresses concern ahead of Mike Tyson bout: “He’s scary, he’s super strong”
Harry Kettle - November 6, 2024
Jake Paul’s partner has said she’s nervous heading into his scheduled boxing showdown with Mike Tyson next weekend. As we know, Jake Paul will battle it out with Mike Tyson next Friday night in a blockbuster boxing match on Netflix. It’ll be streamed around the world and, as you can imagine, it’s considered to be a pretty controversial fight.
Roy Jones Jr. shares surprising prediction for Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul boxing match
Cole Shelton - November 5, 2024
Roy Jones Jr. has shared his prediction for the Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul boxing match next weekend. Tyson and Paul are set to box live on Netflix at AT&T Stadium in a professional bout. Although Paul is a -310 favorite while ‘Iron’ is a +240 underdog on FanDuel, Jones Jr. believes Tyson will pull off the upset and could even finish the brash YouTuber-turned-boxer.
Tyron Woodley believes Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is a "very even fight"
Cole Shelton - November 4, 2024
Tyron Woodley doesn’t think Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson is the squash match that many people are making it out to be. Paul and Tyson are set to box on Friday, November 15 at AT&T Stadium, which is the home of the Dallas Cowboys. The bout is set to air on Netflix and is an intriguing matchup.
PHOTO | Mike Tyson reveals absurd physique ahead of boxing return against Jake Paul
Josh Evanoff - November 1, 2024
Boxing legend Mike Tyson is absolutely shredded ahead of his return against Jake Paul. The 58-year-old heavyweight is set to head to the ring for the first time since 2020 later this month. However, while his bout with Roy Jones Jr. four years ago was an exhibition, his next fight will be a professional one. On November 15th, live on Netflix, Mike Tyson will clash with Jake Paul.