Paul vs Tyson LIVE: Tension builds for fight night after weigh-in slap
Mike Tyson unexpectedly smacks Jake Paul right before their highly anticipated boxing showdown.
In a tense final confrontation before their boxing match, Mike Tyson struck Jake Paul, prompting the YouTube star to respond by saying that the heavyweight icon “punches like a coward.”
Tyson, who is 58 years old, is set to face off against YouTuber Paul, who is 27, in Texas this evening. The match will be streamed live on Netflix, marking Tyson's return to professional boxing after a 19-year hiatus.
The night before their contentious match, Tyson and Paul stepped onto the scales for a weigh-in, drawing enthusiastic cheers from fans in Dallas for the boxing legend while the social media personality faced boos. When the two went nose to nose, Tyson struck Paul, prompting security to intervene and pull them apart.
“Enough talking,” Tyson said to host Ariel Helwani, and then he declined to explain his reasons for hitting Paul or entertain any further questions. In response, Paul remarked, “I barely felt it. He’s just a furious little elf. Mike Tyson, I thought that slap was cute, but just wait—tomorrow, you’re going to get knocked out. I’m going to take him down.”
Paul shouted, "He hits like a coward; this is personal now—I want him out of the picture!" Keep reading for the latest updates leading up to tonight's match:
Mike Tyson: "I'm Not A Nice Person"
“I’m not a nice person,” Mike Tyson stated during a Zoom interview with The Independent and other outlets, just two weeks prior to his match against Jake Paul.
I wouldn’t say I’m a nice person. I consider myself decent and I do my best to make the right choices. However, I’m not someone who goes out of their way to be nice. If you think of me as a nice person, you might end up feeling let down because that’s just not who I am. I don’t strive to make people happy for the sake of it; it’s simply part of my nature. Essentially, I’m not looking to win over friends.
"I'm not interested in being friends with you. It doesn't matter to me if you invite me onto your yacht; it means nothing. I won't pretend to be nice to anyone. I can be kind, but that doesn't mean I'll be nice."
Mike Jones November 15, 2024, 5:00 PM
The Uncomfortable Reality Of Jake Paul Vs. Mike Tyson
There’s no animosity or affection between them; the gloves are oversized, and the rounds will be brief when Mike Tyson faces Jake Paul on Friday night.
Tyson is now 58 years old, transformed over the years with a touch of gray in his hair. His eyes have lost some of their intensity, much like his physique has changed. When he tries to throw out any sharp remarks, they come off as insincere. And honestly, it probably is just an act, but that doesn’t really matter. He used to be known as Iron Mike, the youngest heavyweight champion ever, so he deserves our respect.
Paul, in his distinctive style, has effectively derailed the boxing careers of numerous UFC fighters, revealing them as clumsy brawlers in the ring. Now, the former child star is on a quest to challenge the once-great champions of boxing. It’s like a twist on an unfinished Rocky film: can the seasoned champion triumph over the up-and-coming contender? This scenario captures the timeless narrative of boxing.
Clearly, it has been referred to as a circus act, a trivial occasion, a risk to Tyson’s well-being, and a blow to the integrity of boxing, especially after it was rescheduled due to Tyson experiencing health issues.
However, there’s something crucial you may not grasp about the conflict...
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Mike Jones, November 15, 2024, 4:45 PM
Complete Undercard And Possible Start Times
Paul and Tyson are expected to make their entrance to the ring in about 12 hours, which should be around 4:30 AM GMT. Here’s the complete list of the undercard along with some projected times for when the fighters will enter the ring.
Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson (heavyweight) - expected to start at 4:30 AM GMT.
Katie Taylor (current champion) faces Amanda Serrano in their second matchup for the undisputed women's super-lightweight titles, scheduled for approximately 2:30 AM GMT.
Mario Barrios, the interim champion, is set to face Abel Ramos for the WBC welterweight title.
Shadasia Green takes on Melinda Watpool for the vacant WBO women's super-middleweight title.
Lucas Bahdi takes on Armando Casamonica in a super-lightweight match.
Bruce Carrington goes head-to-head with Dana Coolwell in a featherweight matchup.
Neeraj Goyat taking on Whindersson Nunes in the middleweight category.
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Who Is Today’s Boxing Star?
Regarding Paul’s remarks about determining who represents ‘the face of boxing,’ that title has become quite challenging to define lately.
The age of true superstars in boxing might be coming to an end, especially with fighters like Floyd Mayweather now retired. However, many would argue that athletes like Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez have stepped up to take their place.
No matter what you believe about the standing of different boxers, the debate about who currently represents the sport is a fascinating topic.
Tyson Fury, Oleksandr Usyk, Deontay Wilder, Anthony Joshua, and Canelo have all held the title of the most prominent figure in boxing at different times. However, recent performances and the personalities of some fighters compared to others make this discussion more intricate.
Big-name fighters often attract more attention, especially from casual fans. However, Canelo's consistent performances and the rise of competitors in different weight classes have started to shift that perspective.
In a conversation earlier this year, retired two-weight champion Andre Ward mentioned that Canelo Alvarez and Gervonta Davis represent the 'face' of boxing. He later included four-weight champion Terence Crawford in that statement as well.
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Jake Paul Reveals Next Fight After Mike Tyson
Jake Paul is determined to take on Saul ‘Canelo’ Alvarez after his match with Mike Tyson.
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A Look At Jake Paul's Career Journey
Paul currently holds a record of 10 wins and 1 loss following his defeat against Tommy Fury in February 2023. However, he has bounced back by securing victories over former UFC fighters Nate Diaz and Mike Perry.
He had his initial fight in January 2020 when he faced off against fellow YouTuber AnEsonGib. After that, he stepped into the ring with professional athletes, starting with former NBA player Nate Robinson, and later going up against former wrestler Ben Askren.
Since that time, Paul has also faced off against and defeated former UFC champion Tyron Woodley, and - quite notably - the iconic middleweight and hall-of-famer Anderson Silva.
Paul has fought two times this year, securing victories against Ryan Bourland in March and Mike Perry in July.
Chris Wilson, November 15, 2024, at 3:45 PM
"Can You Watch Paul Vs. Tyson For Free On Netflix?"
Tyson, 58, and YouTube sensation Paul, 27, were scheduled to face off in July, but they had to postpone the match due to a health issue that concerned the heavyweight legend.
In late May, Tyson experienced a flare-up of an ulcer while flying, which caused the match to be rescheduled for this week. If everything goes smoothly, the fight is set to take place on Friday and will be streamed live on Netflix, marking a unique event.
Here’s everything you need to understand about streaming the major boxing event on Netflix.
Chris Wilson wrote on November 15, 2024, at 3:30 PM.
Live: Paul Vs. Tyson Fight Night
Tonight promises to be exciting with many key moments to anticipate. The much-anticipated rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano is expected to be thrilling. They both weighed in at exactly the same weight last night...
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Tony Bellew: "It’s Not Talk, It’s A Promise"
On Wednesday, Tony Bellew interrupted the press conference for the upcoming fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson. He wielded a toy microphone labeled "Fisher Price" and was joined by an elderly man wearing boxing gloves. Eventually, they were both asked to leave the event.
Tony Bellew, a former world champion from Britain, was in the audience sporting a t-shirt with a betting site's logo. He was next to an older gentleman dressed in a boxing robe and gloves. Bellew held a microphone and spoke over a reporter who was posing a question at the Toyota Music Factory.
Bellew's remarks were hard to listen to, yet he seemed to refer to Paul as a "clown," as host Ariel Helwani attempted to overshadow the 41-year-old's comments, likening Bellew's microphone to a "Fisher Price" toy.
Chris Wilson on November 15, 2024, at 3:00 PM.
Tyson Explains Why He Slapped Paul
According to reports, Mike Tyson explained the motivation for slapping Jake Paul during the weigh-in, saying to the New York Post, "I was wearing socks and he had shoes on."
"He accidentally stepped on my toe, but I can't help but feel he did it on purpose. At first, I wanted to believe it was just a mistake, but now I'm starting to think otherwise," he mentioned.
"I was experiencing significant discomfort. I had to respond in kind."
Chris Wilson, November 15, 2024, at 2:45 PM.
