On social media, many viewers were stunned after a viral video pointed out that the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul fight was ixed.
Many fans shared the video, which showed that the fight was fixed, and it gained attention.
Fans believed the fight was fixed
The recent Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight has sparked online conspiracy theories.
Fans claim that the fight was fixed, and they believe they’ve found the moment that proves it.
One fan on X posted a clip of Tyson landing a punch to Paul’s chin, saying, “Jake Paul signaling for Mike to take it easy.”
Paul’s reaction to the punch, sticking out his tongue and taunting Tyson, raised suspicions.
Fans argue that this gesture suggested Paul wasn’t actually affected by the hit, implying he may have been playing along.
The moment fans point to as evidence
Paul’s taunting, which he’s done in previous fights and even outside the ring, led some viewers to believe the fight was staged.
Despite this theory, there is no solid evidence to support the claims of a fixed fight.
On social media, many fans quickly dismissed the conspiracy theories, explaining that Paul was likely taunting Tyson.
One fan noted that the taunt was a common gesture in combat sports to show a punch didn’t affect the fighter. Others pointed out that Tyson would never agree to a fixed fight.
One person said: Watched the fight,sorry Tyson wasent even trying, when you watch him training and what went on in the ring ,it was a publicity event and should have been seen as such.
A second wrote: When he bite his gloves it was over for me it was that moment I know this fight was fixed.
While a third commented: 100% fixed….The sad thing is if Tyson was to only get the 20 mil on a win only, he would have destroyed Jake with a good hard left hand….
Another added: 100% fixed and the entire world watched it happen…
Someone else said: No I don’t think so ,Tyson is a guy who hates to lose a fight, but don’t forget he’s 56 or so years, I feel for him when he announced to the ring again.
Yes, it was fixed read the contract Mike Tyson signed. If he knock out Jake Paul he wouldn’t be paid. He only got paid to go 8 rounds. Jake Paul made sure he would win Judges and referee we hand pick. Another user commented.
Paul’s victory over Tyson
Jake Paul easily defeated Mike Tyson in the six-round match.
Tyson, at 58, struggled to land significant punches, managing only 18 hits during the fight.
Meanwhile, Paul dominated the ring with ease, and after the fight, he said he held back to avoid hurting Tyson unnecessarily.
Tyson’s health concerns leading up the flight
Tyson’s fight with Paul had already been delayed due to Tyson’s health issues.
Additionally, the former heavyweight champion had suffered an ulcer flareup during a cross-country flight, which he claimed nearly killed him.
Tyson underwent eight blood transfusions to recover. This health scare, along with Tyson’s age, made Paul the clear favorite to win.
Despite the odds favoring Paul, conspiracy theories about match-fixing circulated. Fans pointed to Tyson’s lack of aggression and Paul’s taunts as potential signs of a rigged match.
While there are conspiracy theories claiming the fight was fixed, the evidence remains unconvincing. Tyson’s struggle in the ring may have been due to his age and health rather than any staged performance.