Netflix aired the much anticipated fight live around the world, drawing hundreds of thousands of viewers to AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Additionally, about 70,000 people were seated at the site, anticipating what would happen. But it all came down to Jake Paul defeating Iron Mike in a unanimous decision.
The score was clearly in Paul’s favor because there were eight two-minute rounds rather than the customary three-minute twelve rounds. Ultimately, the scores were 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73.
Paul has been quite outspoken about how much money he would receive if he were to win, but we also know how much Mike Tyson, 58, would take home.
But regardless of the result, there was a real motivation for him to finish, which might have added a bit more to his purse. The former heavyweight champion oddly declined. A video of Paul playing with piles of cash on his stomach while tauntingly yelling Iron Mike has reappeared on social media.
Mikey, Mikey, I’ll give you an extra $5 million if you can stay with me for more than four rounds, he stated to the camera. However, you must acquire a tattoo that reads, I love Jake Paul, if you don’t. Is there a deal or not? For most, that’s a respectable sum of money, but this is Tyson.
He immediately turned down his $5 million since, of course, he’s been around the block a few times and knows his value. In an interview with USA Today, he stated: He ought to provide more
In response to the question of how much he would take the offer, Tyson said, Tell him probably about 20 [million dollars]. That’s a lot, damn it. However, this is Tyson once more.
According to rumors, the winner was supposed to receive tens of millions of dollars, thus Paul should be able to give him his twenty. In August, Paul stated during a press conference, I’m here to make $40 million and knock out a legend. It would be okay to cut that money in half and give it to Tyson as he requested (right, Paul?).
Giving Tyson an additional $20 to at least reach more than four rounds would be a delicious treat, given he is rumored to have a $20 million purse.
While the hall of famer had an impressive professional boxing record with 50 wins, 44 knockouts, and six losses, his opponent now has 10 wins, seven knockouts, and one loss. The 31-year age difference between the two competitors has been causing a lot of controversy, with many believing it was unfair to Tyson. Since the fight wasn’t considered an exhibition fight, Tyson recorded another loss on his record (seven losses), while Paul now has 11 wins.