Fans question authenticity of Jake Paul Mike Tyson fight after admission

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Boxing fans are questioning the authenticity of the recent fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson after Paul admitted he eased off in the later rounds. The bout, held in Texas, ended with Paul winning by unanimous decision. Paul, 27, stated he did not want to hurt the 58-year-old Tyson, who struggled during the match. Fans reacted by suggesting the fight was scripted, pointing to Paul's comments and Tyson's performance as evidence. Many expressed disappointment, claiming the event felt staged and criticizing Netflix for its handling of the fight. Some fans felt it was disrespectful to exploit Tyson's age for entertainment.


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