Mike Tyson: “I’m Also a Winner in the Fight Against Jake Paul”

Mike Tyson: “I’m Also a Winner in the Fight Against Jake Paul”

Boxing legend Mike Tyson made an emotional statement following his defeat against Jake Paul in their globally watched fight in Texas, USA, on November 16. The 8-round match ended with a dominant victory for Jake Paul, as two judges scored it 79-73, and another scored it 80-72 in favor of the younger fighter.

Mike Tyson’s Emotional Statement

Despite the loss, Mike Tyson declared himself a winner. Sharing on social media platform X, the 56-year-old fighter wrote:
“This is one of those fights where you lose but still win. I am grateful for last night and have no regrets about stepping into the ring one last time.”

Tyson also revealed the serious health struggles he faced before the fight:
“In June, I almost died. I had to undergo eight blood transfusions, lost half my blood, and dropped 25 pounds (11 kg) while in the hospital. I had to work hard to get healthy enough to fight, so for me, this is a victory.”

Jake Paul, the official winner of the fight, responded to Tyson’s post with respect:
“Love you, Mike. It was an honor. You are an inspiration to all of us.”

A Fight Full of Emotions

Throughout the 8 rounds, Mike Tyson struggled to keep up with Jake Paul’s strength and agility. However, what surprised many was Jake Paul’s restraint in not delivering a decisive knockout punch to finish the fight earlier.

Paul later explained his reasoning, saying:
“I didn’t want to cause unnecessary pain to Mike Tyson. In my eyes, he didn’t need to suffer any further.”

A Massive Prize Pool

According to international media, the fight at AT&T Stadium generated a total prize pool of $80 million. Jake Paul took home $40 million, while the remaining share went to Mike Tyson.

Despite the result, Mike Tyson left a lasting impression on fans with his resilience and unwavering spirit.