Mike Tyson personally reached out to Logan Paul to admit he was wrong about his prediction for the YouTuber’s fight against boxing legend Floyd Mayweather. The exhibition match in 2021 saw Paul go the distance with the undefeated 50-0 boxer, surprising many, including Tyson.
Before the fight, Tyson appeared on Logan’s podcast and confidently told him that Mayweather would “kick his ass.” However, after Paul survived all eight rounds, Tyson changed his tune.
In a FaceTime call following the bout, Tyson admitted his error. “You kicked that ass, I was wrong, I was wrong, you kicked ass,” Tyson told Paul. “You kicked ass, there’s no doubt about it.”
Paul responded with gratitude, saying, “I love you, Mike.” Tyson continued, expressing his pride: “I’m proud of you, I’m proud of you.”
During their conversation, Paul mentioned Mayweather’s speed, to which Tyson replied, “He wasn’t that fast, you got him with those punches,” acknowledging Paul’s effort and performance in the ring.
Tyson’s surprise at Paul’s display against Mayweather has led some to question why Tyson would agree to fight Logan’s brother, Jake Paul, on July 20. However, Tyson has made it clear that he views the dynamics of the upcoming fight differently.
Reflecting on Logan’s match with Mayweather, Tyson pointed out Floyd’s weight disadvantage as a significant factor. “I think Floyd should keep on trying, but I don’t think he should fight a cruiserweight,” Tyson said. “He should continue fighting guys his own weight. What is he doing? Fight Pacquiao again or something, keep in shape.”
Tyson emphasized that a smarter approach for Mayweather would have been to make Logan Paul lose weight, making the fight more evenly matched.
As Tyson prepares to face Jake Paul, the legendary boxer will have a natural size advantage, which he believes will play a crucial role in the upcoming bout. Fans are eagerly anticipating the fight, curious to see if Jake can defy expectations just as his brother did against Mayweather.
The showdown between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul promises to be an exciting event, drawing attention from boxing enthusiasts and casual viewers alike. As both fighters gear up for their match, the anticipation continues to build, setting the stage for a memorable clash in the ring.
