Mike Tyson strikes Jake Paul before high-stakes showdown
During the final face-to-face meeting before the boxing match, Mike Tyson hit Jake Paul. The legendary boxer reacted after the YouTuber accidentally stepped on his toe.
A video circulating online shows Mike Tyson hitting Jake Paul. The incident took place during their last in-person meeting before the fight.
Tyson allowed himself to be provoked by Paul, who is known for his tactics to unsettle opponents.
Talking's over, said Tyson after the incident.
Paul, in response, claimed that he "didn't even feel" the punch.
I didn't even feel it. He's angry. He's an angry little elf, he added.
During the weigh-in, Jake Paul, who will be entering the heavyweight category for the first time, weighed approximately 103 kg. Mike Tyson weighed about 103 kg as well.
When is the Jake Paul - Mike Tyson fight? Where to watch?
The fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul will take place on the night of November 15, 2024, at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Live streaming will be available on the Netflix platform. To watch the fight, you just need an active subscription.
Jake Paul has won his last four fights. His most recent fight was in July this year, when he defeated Mike Perry by knockout.
58-year-old Mike Tyson last appeared in front of the public during an exhibition match. At a boxing event in November 2020, he drew with another boxing legend, Roy Jones Jr., by a split decision.