Jake Paul claimed victory over boxing icon Mike Tyson in a highly anticipated intergenerational clash at AT&T Stadium that ultimately fell short of expectations. The 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-fighter outboxed 58-year-old Tyson, winning by unanimous decision in front of a packed crowd of 72,300 and millions streaming on Netflix.
Tyson, sporting a knee brace, struggled to keep up with his younger opponent, landing only 18 punches compared to Paul’s 78. Despite signs of his age, Tyson remained resilient and avoided significant damage. “It was tough, but I came here to fight,” Tyson said post-match, dismissing the idea of blaming a leg injury. He remained uncertain about any future return to the ring.
Paul, now with an 11-1 record, celebrated the event’s historic turnout, boasting potential future matchups, including a possible fight with Canelo Alvarez. “This is the biggest event in U.S. boxing history – over 120 million viewers and a record $20 million gate,” he stated.
Taylor Retains Title in Controversial Battle Against Serrano
Earlier, Katie Taylor of Ireland retained her super lightweight title by edging out Puerto Rican Amanda Serrano in a contentious unanimous decision. Despite Serrano’s relentless pressure and an early cut from head clashes, the judges scored the bout 95-94 in favor of Taylor, who denied any accusations of foul play. The result sets the stage for a potential third fight between the two rivals.
