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Now we know why Iron Mike said he wasn’t going to retire just yet.

We’re now over a month removed from the highly anticipated bout between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul. Although it was by all intents and purposes one of the biggest boxing events in history, it feels like the hype has already died down completely. We can thank a relatively boring and slow fight between the two for that.

Bite His Glove?!?! Mike Tyson Vs. Jake Paul Netflix Fiasco Crowned 'Top  Trending Sporting Event' Of 2024 - MMAmania.comTyson showed his age, moving gingerly and not throwing a high volume of punches, which we’ve essentially never seen before. In Tyson’s own words, he “blanked out” during the fight and seemed to lose his essence. Even his son, Amir Tyson, admitted that Tyson just had no energy left after the first couple of rounds. Despite the poor performance, Tyson laughed his way to the bank, reportedly making around $20 million for a few minutes in the ring.

This will be a memorable production for fans and followers

Netflix is set to captivate audiences once again with the announcement of a three-part docuseries centered on the legendary and controversial boxing figure, Mike Tyson. Directed by Floyd Russ, this eagerly anticipated series promises to provide an unflinching look at the extraordinary life and career of Tyson.

Mike TysonIt all be told from his meteoric rise as the youngest heavyweight champion in history to his tumultuous personal struggles and numerous controversies outside the ring. The docuseries aims to explore the full spectrum of Tyson’s journey, delving deep into the highs and lows that have defined his life.

Viewers will witness his unparalleled dominance in the boxing world, the financial hardships that led him to the brink of bankruptcy, and the time he spent in prison. By presenting a comprehensive view of both his professional triumphs and personal tribulations, the series seeks to paint a nuanced picture of a man who has been both celebrated and vilified.

The excitement is something everyone shares with him

Tyson himself has expressed his enthusiasm for the project, stating that Netflix’s global platform is ideal for sharing his story. He views this series as an opportunity to reflect on his life, acknowledging that while it may be challenging to revisit some aspects of his past, it is ultimately a welcomed endeavor.

For fans of boxing and those intrigued by Tyson’s complex persona, this docuseries promises to offer new insights and a deeper understanding of one of the most fascinating figures in sports history.

As anticipation builds, audiences around the world eagerly await the chance to see Tyson’s life story unfold on the screen, with all its dramatic twists and turns. Knowing his career, fans and followers can expect a lot of stories that were hidden or left with little detail and people can’t wait for the series to come out.

Tyson has been doing the media rounds since the bout took place.

Nearly a month after it happened, the bout between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson continues to be discussed and debated by the national sports media. Paul‘s victory by unanimous decision came as a surprise — but only to a point, as the combatants’ 31-year age difference proved decisive over a grueling eight rounds at AT&T Stadium.

Paul, 27, proved his talent for defeating past-their-prime fighters in 2024 by defeating Mike Perry before taking on the 58-year-old Tyson, who suffered a medical emergency in May that nearly killed him. In the weeks following the fight, Paul has gone on a victory tour to exotic locales like Abu Dhabi, while Tyson continues to reckon with the result back home

Tyson “blanked out” during the bout

Despite a bright start to the fight on Nov. 15, by the halfway point it was clear that Tyson was going to lose the bout — although Iron Mike’s reported $20 million payout may have made his rigorous training and health struggles “worth it”. But in the wake of his defeat, Tyson has made the chilling discovery that he doesn’t really remember fighting Paul, who reportedly took home $40 million from his “business trip” to Arlington.

I don’t remember the fight that much, I kind of blanked out,” Tyson said during an interview on FOX Sports Radio‘s “Covino and Rich” show. “You know what I remember… coming back from the first round and Jake was doing some sort of bow… that’s the last thing I remember.”

Mike Tyson Vs. Jake Paul Was An Entertaining DisasterTyson’s springtime ulcer flare-up put the fight in jeopardy and warranted its postponement to November, and what occurred in the heart of Texas led to claims that the fight was “rigged” in favor of Paul. Even Paul has admitted that he took it easy on the former heavyweight champion, and the two appeared to embrace during the final round, when the result of the fight was no longer in doubt.

But this new revelation from Tyson makes clear what many analysts and former boxers had suspected throughout 2024: the matchup gave Paul a decided advantage from the start, and Tyson was fortunate to avoid serious injury against a younger and stronger combatant.

Lakiha Spicer, the woman credited with transforming Tyson’s life, says enough is enough.

Boxing legend Mike Tyson’s wife, Lakiha “Kiki” Spicer, has reportedly decided that his fighting days are over. Tyson, known for his iconic career and later comebacks, now seems to face his final retirement with Spicer firmly by his side.

According to Tyson’s son Amir, Spicer has been a pivotal force in Tyson’s life and isn’t supporting any further boxing ventures. Speaking to The Sun, Amir revealed, “My stepmom says he’s done, and they’re a team. That’s husband-and-wife stuff.”

Mike Tyson says psychedelics saved his life, now he hopes they can change the world | ReutersSpicer’s decision comes after Tyson’s controversial bout against YouTuber Jake Paul, where the former heavyweight champion struggled to maintain his footing in the later rounds. Despite the fight ending in a decision loss for Tyson, many believed Paul carried the 57-year-old legend to avoid a knockout.

The fallout from the Jake Paul Fight

Tyson’s performance in the November fight raised questions about his ability to continue competing. Following the bout, Jake Paul stated, “I didn’t want to hurt someone who didn’t need to be hurt.” Tyson, however, seemed less convinced about his retirement, teasing a potential fight against Paul’s brother, Logan.

I don’t know [if I’ll fight again]. It depends on the situation,” Tyson said in a post-fight interview. Logan, quick to respond, taunted Tyson, saying, “I’d kill you, Mike.” Tyson shot back with, “It’s on then.

Despite the banter, Amir Tyson hinted that his father is unlikely to heed outside advice, even from family. “He’s his own man,” Amir remarked. “If I say too much, he’d only tell me to shut up.”

A career end under scrutiny

The aftermath of Tyson’s last fight has been anything but smooth. Lawsuits surrounding the event-targeting promoters, Netflix, and the fighters themselves have kept Tyson’s name in the headlines.

With Spicer standing firm and Tyson’s recent struggles in the ring, it seems the former champ’s gloves may finally be hung up for good. Spicer’s influence, coupled with Tyson’s age and physical toll, could mark the end of one of boxing’s most colorful and tumultuous careers.

As fans wait for confirmation, one thing is clear: Tyson’s journey from boxing legend to cultural icon has left an indelible mark. Whether he fights again or not, the “Baddest Man on the Planet” remains a larger-than-life figure.

The idea of Mike Tyson, one of the most feared heavyweights in boxing history, losing to YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul has caused a stir in the boxing world, with many fans questioning the legitimacy of the fight.

Some have even suggested that the bout might have been staged for financial gain. These claims have sparked widespread conspiracy theories, but Tyson’s son, Amir J. Tyson, is pushing back against the speculation.

Mike TysonAmir, who was part of the commentary team during his father’s fight against Jake Paulon November 15, addressed the rumors in a recent interview. Speaking from Dubai, where he attended the IBA championship, Amir dismissed the allegations of a staged fight, demanding concrete evidence to back up the claims.

“Where’s the proof? Give me factual proof,” Amir declared.

He pointed out that the accusations of a rigged fight were baseless, emphasizing the legal ramifications of such actions.

Mike Tyson “That’s a felony, that’s a federal crime,” he added, reinforcing his belief that the fight was legitimate.

Fight drew a record number of viewers

While the outcome of the fight sparked controversy, there’s no denying the massive success of the event.

The fight between Tyson and Paul shattered records, with a historic 65 million concurrent viewers tuning in, making it the most-watched boxing event ever. The event also set a new benchmark for ticket sales, raking in 18 million dollars, surpassing the previous record held by Canelo Alvarez.

Despite technical issues that affected some viewers’ ability to stream the fight on Netflix, the financial success of the event was undeniable, with Tyson reportedly earning $20 million and Jake Paul taking home $40 million dollars.

Mike TysonThe aftermath of the fight saw an image of a supposed “script” for the bout circulating on social media.

The script claimed Tyson would show flashes of his prime in the early rounds before tiring out by the third and ultimately losing to Paul by the fifth.

A community note on Twitter quickly debunked the document, labeling it as a fake. However, the circulation of the script only fueled the conspiracy theories surrounding the fight’s legitimacy.

Jake Paul‘s fight with Mike Tyson has drawn considerable criticism from the boxing world.

Despite 57-year-old Tyson not having fought professionally for almost twenty years, his eight two minute rounds with the YouTuber-turned-fighter will be sanctioned, albeit with 14 ounce gloves.

Tyson Fury VS Mike Tyson

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Many in the sport worry for the fighter’s health in against an admittedly novice fighter but with some activity, youth and power. Tyson Fury does not fall into that camp.

Speaking to The Stomping Ground, the former heavyweight champion who was named after ‘Iron’ Mike said the fight was ‘fantastic for boxing.’

“I think it’s fantastic for boxing. You’ve got a legend in Mike Tyson, you’ve got a YouTube boxer who’s come into the game and blew it up with millions of followers and millions of views. Good, bad or indifferent, some people love him, some people hate him.

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Mike Tyson and Jake Paul

I think it’s a really good spectacle for boxing, it brings a lot of people to the game. Who am I to say Mike Tyson shouldn’t be boxing or Jake Paul shouldn’t be boxing? Good luck to them, they’re both gonna make what I call a s**t ton of money out of it.”

Speaking on the Furocity YouTube channel, Tyson’s half-brother Tommy took a completely different view. He called the fight ‘criminal’ due to Tyson’s advanced years.

“He’s my idol from growing up. But I want to challenge young men who can challenge me properly. [I don’t respect it] Why are you preparing to beat a guy who is 60 years of age, one of the best to ever do it? It’s criminal, to be honest, I don’t know why it’s being allowed to happen. I hope both men come out unscathed.”

The 25-year-old – who is the only man so far to have beaten Paul – has also said the fight is ‘ridiculous’ and ‘shouldn’t be allowed.’

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Anthony Joshua is preparing for one of the biggest fights of his career later this month.

Having risen to the very top of the heavyweight division in quick fashion early on in his career, Joshua has had a number of ups and downs since.

Tyson Fury VS Mike Tyson

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He became a world title holder in 2016 and made successful defences against the likes of Dominic Breazeale, Alexandr Povetkin and Carlos Takam, unified against Wladimir Klitschko and Joseph Parker, then came unstuck against Andy Ruiz Jr in 2019 out in New York.

Otto Wallin vs Tyson Fury

He avenged that loss later the same year but again lost his WBA, WBO and IBF belts on points over 12 rounds when taking on Oleksandr Uysk. The rematch went the same way in 2022 and since then Joshua has been rebuilding with four solid wins over Jermaine Franklin, Otto Wallin, Robert Helenius and most recently a devastating knockout of Francis Ngannou back in March.

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He now faces current IBF champion Daniel Dubois on September 21 for his chance to come a three-time world champion.

Francis Ngannou and Tyson Fury

Ahead of that he has spoken to DAZN Boxing and played the winner stays on game.

It finds him picking Muhammad Ali over all of the proposed contemporary opponents including himself, Dubois, Fury, Usyk and legends like Mike Tyson, George Foreman, Joe Frazier, Wladimir Klitschko, Vitali Klitschko and Lennox Lewis.

After winning gold at the 1960 Rome Olympics, Ali turned pro and beat the likes of Sonny Liston, George Foreman, Joe Frazier and Earnie Shavers over his 61-fight campaign. The former undisputed heavyweight champion was known as ‘The Greatest’ and left his mark not just on boxing but on history and politics.

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Mike Tyson had such an impact on the sport of boxing that one of the current top heavyweights was named after him.

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Many would like to see that legacy left alone and are disappointed that he’s returning at 57-years-old to face YouTuber-turned-fighter Jake Paul.

Tyson Fury VS Mike Tyson

That doesn’t include Tyson Fury, ‘Iron’ Mike’s namesake and whose half-brother Tommy is the only man to beat Paul. He told The Stomping Ground that the controversial event was ‘fantastic for boxing.’

“I think it’s fantastic for boxing. You’ve got a legend in Mike Tyson, you’ve got a YouTube boxer who’s come into the game and blew it up with millions of followers and millions of views. Good, bad or indifferent, some people love him, some people hate him.

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I think it’s a really good spectacle for boxing, it brings a lot of people to the game. Who am I to say Mike Tyson shouldn’t be boxing or Jake Paul shouldn’t be boxing? Good luck to them, they’re both gonna make what I call a s**t ton of money out of it.”

As for his verdict on the fight, Fury believes that, based on ‘Iron’ Mike’s short training clips posted online, it’s evenly matched.

Jake Paul AND Mike Tyson VS Tyson Fury

“Okay the guy’s 57-years-old, but he’s former undisputed world heavyweight king and one guy who plays computers for a living who’s come into boxing about a year ago – so pretty even match … You’ve got to admire them both and I wish them both the best of luck. I seen Mike’s training hard on his videos, and Jake Paul’s always in shape. People say it’s s**t but I bet they still watch it.”

Many have pointed out that Tyson’s gym work, which does look impressive, is in short bursts designed for social media and doesn’t show what comes next – the recovery.

Whether he has what it takes to deliver that on the big stage over eight two-minute rounds remains to be seen. Of course, he himself may believe it will be over much quicker than that.

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Tyson Fury has given his official prediction for Mike Tyson’s upcoming showdown with Jake Paul. The new date for the controversial boxing showdown was recently revealed.

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The pair were due to meet on the 20th of July at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas before medical issues on the part of ‘Iron Mike’ caused the bout to be postponed.

The fight has officially been moved to the 15th of November, when the highly-anticipated rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano will also take place.

TYSON FURY

Tyson hasn’t fought a professional fight since 2005 but did fight Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition match in 2020, which went down as a draw. Since the confirmation of the bout, many in the boxing community have slammed the decision to sanction the contest as a professional fight.

Tyson Fury Predicts a Mike Tyson Knockout

‘Iron Mike’s’ last knockout win came in 2003

The former heavyweight champion, Fury, believes Tyson will shock the world and teach ‘The Problem Child’ a lesson when they eventually go head-to-head. In a clip re-shared by MMA READ, ‘The Gypsy King said:

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“Listen, if Mike Tyson hits anybody, I don’t care if he’s 90, he’s gonna knock them out cold, in’t he? Obviously I have to back Mike Tyson. I’m named after the legend and I’ll back him. As he always backs me I’m backing Mike for the knockout. Come on, Mike!”

While Tyson hasn’t stepped in the ring since his clash with Jones Jr, Paul has been very much active in the sport. His last outing took place in July, when he defeated former UFC fighter, Mike Perry.

MIKE TYSON AND Roy Jones Jr

Mike Tyson’s Health Status Ahead of Jake Paul Fight

The boxing legend is suffering from a debilitating health condition

‘Iron Mike’ is suffering from a debilitating health condition that can impact his mobility and speech. The condition first sparked concerns among fans in 2022 when he was spotted using a wheelchair at the Miami International Airport. Tyson was also seen using a walking stick in New York, a condition later explained as sciatica.

According to the NHS, sciatica is a condition where the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back through the hips and down to the feet, becomes irritated or compressed, causing debilitating pain. Symptoms include tingling, numbness, and weakness, particularly in the bottom, back of the leg, foot, and toes. If left untreated, the pain and discomfort can become debilitating, severely affecting a person’s quality of life. Symptoms can often worsen at night or with slight movements.

Jake Paul VS Tyson Fury

Iron Mike confirmed the news about his condition back in a 2022 interview with Newsmax, saying: “I have sciatica every now and then, it flares up. When it flares up, I can’t even talk!

Thank God it’s the only health problem I have. I’m splendid now. Everybody in my house is truly blessed, and we’re all very grateful for whatever we have.”

Tyson recently suffered a medical emergency on an American Airlines flight from Miami to Los Angeles in May. He reportedly felt nauseous and dizzy on the flight, and when they arrived at LAX, paramedics were on hand to assess him. The official statement said: “Thankfully Mr. Tyson is doing great. He became nauseous and dizzy due to an ulcer flare up 30 minutes before landing. He is appreciative to the medical staff that were there to help him.”

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There are two huge fights on the horizon for boxing once winter rolls around.

The first is the much talked about inter-generational coming together of a former heavyweight legend and a new school disrupter.

Jake Paul and Mike Tyson

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Mike Tyson hasn’t fought in anger for some 20 years but will be lacing up the gloves aged almost 60 for a professional bout against YouTuber turned 11-0 boxer Jake Paul in November.

Opinion is divided as to whether the younger man should be concerned for this safety up against a once notoriously savage puncher in Tyson, or whether it is the veteran who has often been seen walking with a stick due to sciatica who should be worried.

The other headline-grabbing bout is Oleksandr Usyk’s rematch with Tyson Fury seven months after the Ukrainian defeated the Brit in the first undisputed heavyweight showdown in almost 25 years back in May.

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Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk

After the fight which Fury narrowly lost on points after taking a 10 count in round nine, he claimed that the contest was ‘too easy’ and that he was having too much fun ring in the ring and that he therefore took his eye off the ball.

Ahead of that much-anticipated rematch out in Saudi Arabia and speaking to Boxing King Media, ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ said ‘The Gypsy King’ can avenge his only career defeat and had one clear instruction on what he must do to be victorious next time.

“Take it serious.”

After some controversy surrounding the corner work from Fury’s team in the first fight, Teddy Atlas has insisted things should remain unchanged in the rematch.

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