Mike Tyson and Jake Paul’s recent boxing match has stirred up controversy in the fighting world. The bout, which took place about a month ago at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, ended with Paul winning by unanimous decision after eight two-minute rounds.
The packed crowd at the stadium got a different show than many expected. Fans hoped to see glimpses of the old Tyson, especially after pre-fight training clips showed his trademark ferocious speed. But in the ring, Tyson looked every bit of his 58 years, and that famous speed was nowhere to be seen.
This unexpected performance has led to allegations of a scripted fight. James Toney, a respected three-weight world champion, didn’t mince words when sharing his thoughts. He told Wise Nuts: "They had some kind of deal. [I knew] as soon as he came in the ring."
Toney didn’t stop there. He had harsh words for Jake Paul and his impact on boxing: "F**k Jake Paul, he sucks, he’s garbage. He’s destroying the sport of boxing. I love Mike, but he disrespected the sport by doing what they did."
When asked about a hypothetical fight between himself and Paul, Toney made it clear he wouldn’t participate in any staged bouts: "It would be a real fight and I’d knock him out. I’m not f**king up my legacy for money. I worked hard for that. Jake Paul is playing Russian Roulette, and one of these days it might be me."
Paul’s victory over Tyson has left the boxing community divided. While some see it as a legitimate win, others, like Toney, view it as a blow to the sport’s integrity.
Tyson himself has hinted at revealing more about his experience in the fight. As the dust settles, fans eagerly await his perspective on what really happened in that Texas ring.
