Mike Tyson’s Return to Boxing Ends in One-Sided Defeat to Jake Paul

Mike Tyson’s controversial return to the boxing ring ended in disappointment Friday night as YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul claimed a dominant unanimous decision victory over the legendary heavyweight at AT&T Stadium.

The 58-year-old Tyson struggled to find his rhythm throughout the eight-round bout, landing only a few meaningful punches against his 27-year-old opponent. Paul outclassed the former undisputed heavyweight champion with superior speed and footwork, earning decisive scores of 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73 from the judges.

A crowd of approximately 70,000 fans watched from the stands, while millions more tuned in worldwide. The fight featured flashes of intensity, particularly in the third round, when Paul unleashed a flurry of punches that briefly troubled Tyson. Despite his dominance, Paul was unable to deliver the knockout he had vowed to achieve, a promise he made following a heated weigh-in on Thursday where Tyson slapped him during an altercation.

Tyson’s performance showed the wear of his 58 years, with age and diminished speed evident in his efforts. Meanwhile, Paul continued his rise as a controversial figure in the sport, marking another milestone in his transition from social media star to professional boxer.

The bout, which generated significant global attention, left fans divided over the ethics and appeal of staging such a matchup but cemented Paul’s status as a polarizing force in modern boxing.