Tyson, at 58, exhibited an energetic performance in the initial rounds, but as the match progressed, Paul's relentless onslaught seemed to drain Tyson's vitality.
According to Breitbart, Rogan, prior to the fight, had expressed a somewhat skeptical optimism, stating, “I’m getting ready to watch this Tyson vs Jake Paul fight like I’m watching someone cast a spell that I hope actually works. And I don’t really believe in magic. But I want to believe.” However, following the lackluster match, Rogan's disillusionment was evident as he posted, “Magic isn’t real.”
The judges' scorecards reflected the fight's one-sided nature, with Paul winning 80-72, 79-73, 79-73. Paul, in a post-match interview, confessed that he had consciously held back from delivering a knockout blow to Tyson. “Yeah, definitely. Definitely a bit. I wanted to give the fans a show, but I didn’t want to hurt someone that didn’t need to be hurt,” he said.
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Paul's deference towards Tyson was apparent even at the fight's conclusion, as he bowed to the boxing icon. However, the audience's reaction was mixed, with some boos audible at the end of the match. Technical issues also marred the viewing experience for fans watching from home.
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The match, which was the result of nearly two years of planning, was initially scheduled for July 20 at AT&T Stadium but was postponed due to Tyson's health issues. The outcome of the fight has left Tyson with a record of 50-7, while Paul's record now stands at 11-1. Despite the disappointment of some fans, the fight served as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of the sport and the respect that exists between its competitors.
