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Paul beats Tyson on points

Paul beats Tyson on points

By Navitalai Naivalurua
16/11/2024
Photo: X

YouTube star Jake Paul has defeated 58-year-old former Heavyweight champion Mike Tyson on points in their heavyweight fight in Texas.

Paul improves his pro record to 11-1 as Tyson suffers his seventh defeat in his first pro fight in 19 years.

Close to 80,000 boxing fans gathered at the AT&T Stadium in Texas to witness this historic fight.

Tyson is likely to earn one of the top five largest purses of his career, where he will pocket a guaranteed $20 million for his participation in the clash while Paul is set to collect $40 million.

Source: BBC

Match Updates:

Round 8: Jake Paul punishing Tyson with his jabs but Tyson keeps standing and moving forward. At 58 years old, Mike Tyson still has some form. Jake Paul bows to Tyson during the final seconds.

Round 7: Looks like a different Tyson as he starts moving forward, but Jake Paul is not giving the former champion any chance to breath. Mike is using his reflexes to dodge some punches from Paul.

Round 6: Paul using his jabs to collect points and keeps aiming at Tyson's face. Tyson looking tired.

Round 5: A great shot by Mike Tyson and Jake Paul felt that one. A few body shots from Paul, but Tyson looks a little tired.

Round 4: Jake Paul using his right to target Tyson's face. Tyson using his speed to fend off the punches. A few body shots from Paul and balance is becoming an issue.

Round 3: Jake Paul moving on the kill and keeps the pressure on the former champion. Tyson looking weak and tired.

Round 2: Tyson lands a lot of shots and he keeps taunting his opponent. At over 50 years old, Tyson still got it

Round 1: Tyson showing his power while Paul gives the former champion a run for his money.

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