American Youtuber Jake Paul has admitted that he was scared during his fight with boxing legend Mike Tyson on Saturday.
Paul secured a hard-fought victory over Tyson at AT&T Stadium by unanimous decision after a thrilling eight-round of fights.
“It was tough, like I expected it to be,” Paul said, his voice filled with both relief and respect.
“He’s exactly what I thought—one of the greatest to ever do it. He’s an icon and a legend.”
The fight, which took place in front of a packed crowd of 80,000 fans, saw Paul land 78 punches compared to Tyson’s 18, with the younger boxer throwing 278 punches to Tyson’s 97.
On not going for the knock-out win, Jake Paul added: “I was scared he was going to hurt me. I was trying to hurt him.”
Meanwhile, 58-year-old boxing legend Mike Tyson indicated that he has no immediate plans to retire
This is just as he had praises for Paul who he stood toe-to-toe with till the final round and ultimately lost to by a unanimous decision.
“I’m really happy. He was a good fighter and well prepared,” Mike Tyson said. “I didn’t prove anything to anyone. Just to myself.”
Asked on a knee brace that he wore for the fight, Tyson said: “I can’t use that as an excuse or wouldn’t have been in there.”
Asked if this was the end for Tyson in the ring, he concluded: “I don’t think so.”
