Mike Tyson Made Old Heads Proud and Gave Jake Paul a Run for His Money

Lessons and reflections from watching the Tyson vs Paul fight

I watched the fight last night and it was very interesting. There’s lots of chatter about Paul’s underwhelming win over a retired and clearly-winded Mike Tyson.

My 3 biggest observations:

1. They both seemed very cautious and almost hesitant to hit each other
2. Both seemed mentally and physically prepared for the fight and Mike was not going to be knocked out
3. The victory seemed muted and toned down in contrast to the hype

It looked like a bratty kid challenging his father and quickly realizing that Dad wasn’t going to back down or lay down.

I think Mike actually took it easy on him (like a father would) but still gave him a few hard punches to shock, and chastise. And I think once Jake felt those few body and soul-shaking punches from Iron Mike Tyson he had a reality check and FAFO moment of clarity. Although Mike Tyson was older, slower and milder — he was still a formidable opponent and world champion that should not be underestimated.

Early in the fight, Mike seemed like he was having problems with his mouthpiece and was a little winded, but he still wasn’t going down.