Jake Paul secured a unanimous decision victory over Mike Tyson in an eight-round heavyweight bout at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, on Friday. The judges scored the fight 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73 in favor of Paul.
Match Details
Sanctioned by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, the fight featured 2-minute rounds, and both fighters wore 14-ounce gloves, which are heavier than the standard 10-ounce gloves typically used in heavyweight contests.
Fight Postponement
The matchup, originally scheduled for July 20, was postponed after Tyson, 58, required medical attention during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles due to an ulcer flare-up.
Tyson’s Legacy
Mike Tyson, with a record of 50 wins (44 by knockout) and 7 losses, made history in 1986 as the youngest heavyweight champion at age 20. He unified all three major titles the following year, becoming the undisputed champion and successfully defending his belts six times before suffering a shocking loss to James “Buster” Douglas by 10th-round knockout in February 1990.
Paul’s Career Progression
Jake Paul, now with a record of 11 wins (7 by knockout) and 1 loss, began his boxing career in 2020, achieving six consecutive victories primarily against former MMA fighters. His only defeat came against Tommy Fury in February 2023, but Paul has bounced back with four consecutive wins since then.
