Jake Paul’s team has denied allegations that his Mike Tyson fight was scripted. 

Paul beat Tyson in a record-breaking event on Netflix, walking away with $40 million. The event broke several records, such as the highest live gate outside of Las Vegas: $18,117,072. It was also watched by 108 million viewers globally. Before the fight, there were questions about whether it was a legitimate fight. It was sanctioned as an eight-rounder, with each round lasting for two minutes. Carl Froch was not convinced it was a real fight.

“I’ve heard and believe that there is something in the contract which means Tyson can’t even try and hurt him,” Froch said 

Tyson started the fight well, catching Paul as he pushed him back. However, Tyson’s positive start was followed by a defensive performance. Oscar De La Hoya reacted by saying it was scripted.

“I do believe it was scripted, and I believe that Tyson was certainly held back. Look, I’m a fighter, and I can see it,” De La Hoya said

But Jake’s team shut down those claims, reminding everyone that fixing a fight is a crime. 

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— Most Valuable Promotions (@MostVpromotions) November 25, 2024