Mike Tyson slaps Jake Paul during weigh-in for upcoming fight in Texas
ndtv.com —
Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul during a weigh-in for their upcoming boxing match. The incident occurred when Paul accidentally stepped on Tyson's foot, prompting Tyson's reaction. A close friend confirmed this detail, stating it angered the 58-year-old boxer. The slap happened just before their fight at AT&T Stadium in Texas. Tyson weighed in at 228.4 pounds, while Paul weighed 227.2 pounds. Tyson left the stage quickly after the incident, saying, "Talking's over." Paul downplayed the slap, claiming he wasn't hurt and called Tyson an "angry little elf." The fight, backed by Netflix, is set for eight two-minute rounds, with Tyson reportedly earning $20 million.