Jake Paul beat Mike Tyson on points in an eight-round exhibition bout over the weekend. The event got a lot of attention but left many fans feeling disappointed.
Paul, known as "The Problem Child," controlled most of the fight against the 58-year-old Tyson. The former YouTube star, who started boxing professionally just four years ago, now has 11 wins and one loss on his record.
Tyson, once the youngest world heavyweight champion ever, struggled to show flashes of his old self. The judges scored the fight 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73, all in Paul's favor.
Shannon Briggs, a former world heavyweight champion who worked with Paul early in his career, shared his thoughts on the fight. He told FightHype.com:
"No, I don't think it was rigged. I think Mike should have thrown more punches."
The fight lasted all eight two-minute rounds, with Paul unable to knock out his much older opponent. This outcome surprised many, given the age difference between the two fighters.
Boxing legend Evander Holyfield, who famously fought Tyson twice in their primes, watched the bout closely. He summed up Paul's performance in just five words, though his exact statement wasn't provided.
The fight's result has led to growing theories and discussions among boxing fans and experts. Some question the nature of the bout, while others debate the implications for both fighters' legacies.
Despite the mixed reactions, the event showcased Paul's remarkable rise in the boxing world. In just four years, he's gone from YouTube personality to headlining a major boxing event against one of the sport's most iconic figures.
