Mike Tyson, stepping on the scales at 228.4 pounds and dressed only in Versace briefs, had a tense weigh-in moment with Jake Paul. During the weigh-in, Paul tried to provoke the legendary boxer by approaching him unexpectedly, leading to Tyson slapping Paul in response. The situation quickly escalated, and their teams had to intervene to prevent further conflict.
Mike Tyson, known for his fiery temperament, barely spoke to Paul during the event. The altercation occurred as Paul attempted to get in Tyson’s face, resulting in Tyson delivering a slap that required immediate separation by their entourages to prevent a larger incident.
Tyson, who has maintained a stoic demeanor throughout the hype events, left the weigh-in after stating, “Talking’s over.” His response to the confrontation highlights his readiness for the upcoming bout, despite being 57 years old.
Jake Paul, unfazed by the slap, retorted, “I didn’t even feel it — he’s angry. He’s an angry little elf…cute slap buddy,” and ominously added, “He must be defeated.”
The fight, which will be streamed on Netflix, promises to be a spectacle as fans eagerly anticipate how Tyson will fare against Paul. Despite concerns about Tyson’s age, with critics like Eddie Hearn calling it ‘dangerous,’ Tyson remains confident. He stated, “I’m doing well. I’m just looking forward to the fight. When you think about it, regardless of me being how old I am, this guy only has 10 fights. If I see this fight 10% of what I was, he only has 10 fights. He couldn’t match that. And that’s being sincere. If I’m 10%, he can’t match it.”
Tyson’s return to the ring has sparked debate, but his determination to prove himself remains unwavering.
