The Tyson vs Jake Paul match took place last night, here is the winner!

Saturday 16th November 2024 03:44 AM

It was the bill that no one really expected, but managed to fill AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, last night. Mike Tyson, 58, against Jake Paul, 27. A boxing legend against an influencer turned boxer, in a match broadcast live on Netflix. After months of promotion where everything seemed good to create buzz (we remember Tyson’s slap to Paul during the weigh-in), the two men finally entered the ring. A match that was at least worth a look… but not much more.

Jake Paul dominates, Tyson runs out of steam

The first rounds, however, led us to believe that Tyson could surprise. True to his reputation, he attacked quickly, winning the first two rounds thanks to precise shots and his imposing presence. But now, at 58, you no longer box like you did at 30. The breath quickly ran out, the movements became heavy, and Jake Paul, much fresher, took control.

Round after round, Paul imposed his pace, using his agility to keep the distance and accumulate points. Tyson attempted a few lightning strikes, but his lack of stamina was evident. At the end of eight rounds, the judges’ verdict was final: victory for Jake Paul by unanimous decision (80-72, 79-73, 79-73). Statistically speaking, the fight leaves no room for doubt: 78 blows landed for Paul against 18 for Tyson. Difficult to do better against such a young and sharp opponent.

Between nostalgia and disappointment

So, what did fans and experts think? Quite a few negative reviews, actually. Roy Jones Jr., who was commentating on the fight, summed up how many felt: Tyson looked exhausted by the middle of the match. For some, it was sad to see a legend like him struggling against an opponent who was far from a classic champion. Others, however, salute his courage. Coming back at 58 was not for everyone.

As for Jake Paul, if his fans are delighted, there are still many skeptics. His performance was solid but lackluster, and the spectacle side left many spectators wanting more. Even in the stands, there was no shortage of boos, a sign that the public expected more. And on the networks, between memes about Tyson biting his glove and criticism of the Netflix show, the debate still rages.

In the end, this fight got people talking, and maybe that was all we expected from him. A mix of nostalgia, well-oiled marketing and a little boxing, just enough to occupy an evening. The question now is: do we want more or do we move on? To see if Jake Paul will be able to transform this victory into something more serious. Did you watch the match? It is of course available in replay on Netflix.