Mike Tyson News

Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 28, 2024

UFC color commentator Joe Rogan has weighed in on the aftermath of Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson. Paul and Tyson collided in a boxing match earlier this month. The clash was held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. As many expected going into the fight, the 58-year-old “Iron” Mike was simply too old and slow to catch up to Paul. “The Problem Child” ended up scoring the unanimous decision victory.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 25, 2024

Jake Paul’s MVP Promotions has issued a statement denying claims that his boxing match with Mike Tyson earlier this month was rigged. The 27-year-old Paul shared the ring with a 58-year-old Tyson at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. While the booking of this matchup received heavy criticism given Tyson’s age, “Iron” Mike appeared to walk away unscathed. Even so, such a spectacle has left some wondering if the fight was rigged.

Fernando Quiles Jr. - November 20, 2024

Francis Ngannou admits he didn’t like seeing a 58-year-old Mike Tyson vulnerable against a far younger Jake Paul. Many fans and analysts had concerns going into the boxing match between “Iron” Mike and “The Problem Child.” After all, Paul is a 27-year-old and despite not being the most seasoned or credible boxer, he does have some pop in his punches. Ultimately, the fight took place inside AT&T Stadium and Paul won the bout via unanimous decision.

Harry Kettle - November 19, 2024

Mike Tyson has responded to a recent callout from long-time boxing rival and fellow legend Evander Holyfield. Last weekend, Mike Tyson took part in a professional boxing bout for the first time in almost 20 years. While he looked lively early on, he faded in a big way and slipped to a decision defeat at the hands of Jake Paul. In the eyes of many, the contest resembled an exhibition as opposed to something even remotely competitive.

Harry Kettle - November 17, 2024

UFC president Dana White has admitted that Mike Tyson was right about his boxing showdown with Jake Paul. When Mike Tyson announced that he’d be battling Jake Paul in a boxing match, many eyebrows were raised. One of the big reasons for that, of course, is that he’s 58 years of age. Despite this factor, he pushed forward through injury and made the fight happen.

Chris Taylor - November 16, 2024

Boxing legend Mike Tyson has issued a statement following his unanimous decision loss to Jake Paul last night in Texas. Tyson (50-7) and Paul (11-1) squared off in a professional boxing match scheduled for eight two-minute rounds last night at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Harry Kettle - November 16, 2024

Jake Paul has admitted to carrying heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson through portions of their boxing match last night. So, Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson is officially in the books. Many were concerned about what this fight would look like and in the end, it felt like a bit of an anti-climax. While Tyson certainly had bursts of energy here and there, he didn’t really throw a whole lot of volume throughout the course of the eight-round bout.

Harry Kettle - November 16, 2024

Fight fans and some UFC fighters slammed Netflix for the streaming issues during Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson last night. On Friday, Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson was streamed across the world on Netflix. It was the first real combat sports event of its kind, and it’s safe to say the viewership was big. While the official figures are still unconfirmed, this felt like the kind of move that represented a shift in momentum toward streaming services.

Chris Taylor - November 15, 2024

Following the conclusion of tonight’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson bout, several pro boxers took to social media to share their thoughts on the contest. Paul (11-1) and Tyson (50-7) squared off in a professional boxing match scheduled for eight two-minute rounds this evening at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Chris Taylor - November 15, 2024

Several UFC fighters took to social media to share their respective reactions to tonight’s Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson bout. Paul (11-1) and Tyson (50-7) squared off in a professional boxing match scheduled for eight two-minute rounds this evening at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, Texas.

Chris Taylor - November 15, 2024

After months of buildup, Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will finally collide inside of the squared circle this evening in Arlington, Texas. Paul (10-1) will be returning to action for the first time since scoring a sixth-round TKO victory over Mike Perry this past July in Tampa Bay (see that here). That victory marked ‘The Problem Child’s’ fourth in a row, as he had previously scored first-round knockout victories over Andre August and Ryan Bourland, as well as a unanimous decision win over UFC legend Nate Diaz.

Josh Evanoff - November 15, 2024

Tonight’s professional boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will be quite the payday for both. ‘Iron Mike’ is set to head to the boxing ring for the first time in a professional capacity in nearly two decades. Back for the first time since a stoppage loss to Kevin McBride in 2005, Mike Tyson will face Jake Paul. The YouTuber-turned-boxer has made his name by largely defeating UFC veterans, last stopping Mike Perry in July.

Cole Shelton - November 14, 2024

Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul during their faceoff following weigh-ins on Thursday night. After the ceremonial weigh-ins, Tyson and Paul had their faceoff when the former heavyweight champ slapped Paul.

Cole Shelton - November 14, 2024

Dana White says he’s concerned for Mike Tyson and his health. Tyson is 58 years old and set to box Jake Paul on Friday night live on Netflix. It’s a highly-anticipated fight but White says he is just hoping Tyson can leave the fight healthy as he doesn’t think a 58-year-old should be boxing.

Josh Evanoff - November 12, 2024

Heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson has attempted to ease concerns ahead of his fight with Jake Paul. ‘Iron Mike’ hasn’t been seen in the boxing ring in over four years. Mike Tyson last competed in an exhibition contest against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020, fighting to a majority draw. Four years on from that night, the former heavyweight champion is set to return against Jake Paul. However, this bout won’t be an exhibition.

Harry Kettle - November 12, 2024

Jake Paul has revealed that he plans on calling out Canelo Alvarez if he’s able to defeat Mike Tyson on Friday night. This Friday, Jake Paul will battle Mike Tyson in a huge boxing match. It will be broadcast globally on Netflix, with the expectation being that millions all around the world will tune in to watch the fight. In many ways, in the streaming era, it’s the first contest of its kind to be shown to such a large audience.

Harry Kettle - November 8, 2024

Boxing legend Mike Tyson has opened up on the medical scare that forced him to postpone the initial date for the Jake Paul fight. As we know, Mike Tyson is set to do battle with Jake Paul next week in a blockbuster boxing match. The two will compete on a global stage with the fight being broadcast across Netflix all over the world.

Curtis Calhoun - November 6, 2024

Heavyweight boxing legend Mike Tyson turned some skeptical heads around after he dropped a sparring partner just days before his fight with Jake Paul. Tyson will make his professional boxing return next week against Paul in a Dallas, TX headliner. He will be fighting professionally for the first time since 2005.