Netizens call the fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson 'rigged' after controversial result

Boxing fans are buzzing with the controversy that follows Jake Paul‘s unanimous decision victory over Mike Tyson in their professional heavyweight bout at a Netflix event.

Jake Paul defeated Mike Tyson in a controversial unanimous decision at a Netflix event, leading fans to claim the fight was rigged after Tyson appeared to hold back at a key moment.

Despite Paul’s 78-74 victory, social media erupted with claims that the fight was “rigged”, pointing to an exact moment in the opening round that raised eyebrows.

The moment in question came when Tyson cornered Paul against the ropes and delivered a powerful left hand, but was seemingly stopped from following up. Fans took to social media to speculate that Tyson was deliberately throwing his punches.

Netflix users repeatedly claim the fight was “rigged.”

One X user quoted: “Mike held back. He could have hit Jake. Even during training you can see the power. He just held back because the contract was supposed to let Jake win.

‘Here Mike said, ‘Oops, I have to quit or I won’t get paid. #rigged.’” Another added: “The moment we knew it was rigged! I honestly believe the first minute of the fight was legit and then they shut it down,” claimed another.

Another joked: ‘Jake got scared from the blow and then dances around Mike like a ballerina. Softie Jakes’ punches didn’t make Mike move a step!!!!!!”

Several critics also pointed to Tyson’s intense training videos ahead of the fight, suggesting his performance did not match the energy he showed during preparations. One fan commented: “The fight was rigged. Haven’t you seen his training videos? Bahaha.”

After the fight with Ariel Helwani after the fight, Paul said: “First and foremost, Mike Tyson… he’s a legend, he’s the best to ever do it. This man is an icon. It’s just an honor to fight him.”

For his part, Tyson said: “Absolutely happy (with the fight). I knew he was a good fighter. I knew he was prepared. I came to fight. I haven’t proven anything to anyone but myself.”