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Controversial British broadcaster, Piers Morgan has insisted that former world heavyweight champion, Mike Tyson would have destroyed YouTuber-turned-fighter, Jake Paul in 90 seconds in his prime.
Morgan said this after Paul, 27, beat Tyson, 58, in their controversial fight on Friday night.
Paul secured the win on pointe as he scored 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73 against Tyson.
Tyson struggled with his movement throughout the fight and Paul seemed hesitant to knock him out in the final rounds.
Reacting, Morgan in a tweet via his X account, wrote: “Prime @MikeTyson would have destroyed @jakepaul in 90 seconds.
“A 58-yr-old Tyson went 8 rounds against a much fitter and very capable boxer half his age.
“Mock him all you like but Mike’s got the heart of a lion, balls of steel, and will always be an absolute legend.”
Jake Paul, a 27-year-old YouTube sensation with an ever-growing presence in professional boxing, reportedly earned a jaw-dropping $40 million for the fight, as confirmed by sources like DraftKings Network.
Paul’s massive payday wasn’t just about his performance in the ring—it was bolstered by his role as co-founder of Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), which co-promoted the event with Netflix.
In a pre-fight press conference, Paul confidently stated, “I’m here to make $40 million and knock out a legend,” according to WFAA on Saturday.
With a net worth of $80m, Paul continues to redefine the boundaries between social media stardom and professional sports.
Paul’s charisma extends beyond boxing, as evidenced by his antics during open training sessions.
Donning a rooster hat and a red-feathered skirt over his trunks, Paul embraced his “El Gallo de Dorado” persona—The Golden Rooster. His penchant for theatrics, coupled with his undefeated record against high-profile opponents, has made him a draw for fans and critics alike.