In a stunning turn of events, Jake Paul’s bold claims of boxing supremacy have been shattered after Mike Tyson revealed a jaw-dropping secret about their November 15, 2024, heavyweight bout at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. The YouTube-star-turned-boxer took to X earlier today, boasting about his dominance in the ring, tweeting, “I am now officially the best boxer in the world and no one can tell me anything. I only have 1 defeat and 12 wins which includes the great Mike Tyson. People thought he would beat me too but I completely beat his ass and now People are quiet and they can’t even give me anyone to fight.” But Tyson’s bombshell revelation has left Paul red-faced and the boxing world buzzing with controversy.

The highly publicized fight, streamed live on Netflix to a record-breaking 108 million viewers worldwide, saw Jake Paul emerge victorious via unanimous decision against the 58-year-old boxing legend. The judges scored the bout 80-72, 79-73, and 79-73 in Paul’s favor, marking his 11th win and cementing his record as 11-1 with seven knockouts. However, the fight drew heavy criticism for its lackluster performance, with many fans and analysts calling it a “glorified sparring session” that failed to live up to the hype. Tyson, who hadn’t fought professionally since 2005, appeared fatigued after the first two rounds, landing only 18 punches throughout the match, while Paul was accused of holding back to avoid knocking out the aging icon.

Now, Tyson’s secret has flipped the narrative. In a candid interview, the former heavyweight champion hinted at a behind-the-scenes agreement that altered the fight’s dynamics, sparking widespread speculation that the bout may have been orchestrated for maximum profit rather than genuine competition. “I went in there to give the fans a show, not to hurt anyone,” Tyson revealed, without disclosing specific details. “Jake knew what was up, and so did I. It wasn’t about legacy—it was about the bag.” This cryptic statement has fueled accusations of the fight being “rigged” or staged, with fans pointing to moments like Paul sticking out his tongue during the match as a possible “secret signal” to Tyson to ease up.

The backlash has been swift. Social media erupted with fans and commentators slamming Paul’s victory as hollow. One X user wrote, “Jake Paul’s win means nothing if Tyson’s saying it wasn’t a real fight. This is just a circus act.” Another added, “Tyson basically admitted they played it safe for the cameras. Jake’s out here calling himself the best boxer? What a joke.” Even prominent figures like UFC commentator Joe Rogan weighed in, expressing relief that Tyson wasn’t hurt but questioning the fight’s authenticity: “I was worried it’d be a real fight and Mike would get hurt. Looks like they made sure that didn’t happen.”

Adding fuel to the fire, Sara Bailey, a member of the undercard fighter Lucas Bahdi’s team, claimed the fight was “fixed” in an interview with ES News, pointing to Tyson’s lack of aggression after a strong start. Critics have also referenced the incident at the weigh-in, where Tyson slapped Paul after the younger fighter stepped on his toes, citing Tyson’s pre-existing foot issues due to sciatica. Some speculate this was a staged moment to drum up drama, especially after allegations surfaced that Paul’s actions, including climbing on stage in a manner deemed offensive by some, were intentional provocations.

Paul, however, has vehemently denied any wrongdoing. Appearing on his brother Logan Paul’s IMPAULSIVE podcast, he dismissed the rigging allegations, saying, “You don’t realize my power, my speed, my agility, and my footwork to get out of the way of those punches. All of a sudden, he’s throwing at air. He can’t land those punches on me.” Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), Paul’s company that partnered with Netflix, issued a statement calling the claims “baseless” and “inane,” emphasizing that rigging a professional boxing match is a federal crime and that the bout was fully sanctioned by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.

Despite Paul’s defense, the controversy has cast a shadow over his victory. The fight, which drew 70,000 fans to AT&T Stadium and peaked at 65 million concurrent streams, was already marred by technical issues, with Netflix facing lawsuits over buffering problems that left many viewers unable to watch. Now, Tyson’s revelation has intensified scrutiny on Paul’s career, with critics arguing he has yet to face a prime contender. Former UFC star Yoel Romero even called out Paul for a “Dirty Boxing” match, while posts on X show growing frustration with Paul’s choice of opponents, from aging legends like Tyson to MMA fighters like Nate Diaz and Mike Perry.

As the boxing world debates whether Paul’s win was a legitimate triumph or a scripted spectacle, one thing is clear: Tyson’s secret has reignited questions about the authenticity of celebrity boxing. Will Jake Paul’s next move silence his doubters, or has Tyson’s revelation exposed the YouTuber’s “best boxer” claim as nothing more than hype? Only time will tell, but for now, the Problem Child is facing his biggest challenge yet—proving his legitimacy in a sport that refuses to take him seriously.