In an unsurprising turn of events, 27-year-old Jake Paul defeated 58-year-old Mike Tyson in the highly-anticipated Netflix fight. Paul won by unanimous decision, landing more than twice as many punches on Tyson than Tyson landed on him. Anyone watching could notice that Tyson was past his prime. He was slow to get up from his corner, stagnant in the center of the ring, and unable to get in close on Paul.

Keen-eyed viewers noticed other patterns as well, most notably Tyson’s tendency to bite his glove during the fight. While peculiar, this isn’t anything new for Tyson. Here’s a quick explanation.

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Mike Tyson has bitten his gloves before

While close-up footage of Mike Tyson during his heyday is hard to come by, we can go back to his exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020 for some evidence.

Just as he did against Paul, Tyson can be seen in the video biting his left-hand glove.

Why does Tyson bite his gloves?

While this could be a maneuver Tyson does to keep his mouthguard tight, Mike Tyson’s answer to Ariel Helwani’s question after the match is a much more fun answer.

Of course, this is in reference to when Tyson infamously bit Evander Holyfield’s ear during their second bout in 1997. Everyone laughed; Holyfield probably cringed.

As crazy as it sounds though, Tyson’s joke answer might hold more water than we think. Tyson might just have a tendency to put soft, fleshy, ear-like substances in his mouth and bite down. As he said after the fight, sometimes fighters get caught up in the moment and aren’t thinking straight. They act without realizing what they are doing, so perhaps Tyson’s tendency to bite his glove was merely a tick that he does regularly.

Mike Tyson finally breaks silence on comeback fight after controversial bout against Jake Paul

Boxing legend Mike Tyson opens up about his potential boxing comeback and reflects on his headline-making bout against Jake Paul. At 58, the former heavyweight champ isn’t ruling anything out.

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Though it’s been more than six months since Mike Tyson stepped back into the spotlight for a highly anticipated bout against Jake Paul, the legendary heavyweight remains deeply embedded in the cultural conversation.

That fight, which saw Tyson return to the ring at age 58, may have ended in a unanimous decision loss, but its impact far exceeded the result. With over $18 million in reported revenue, the event became one of the most lucrative combat sports showcases ever held outside of Las Vegas.

Looking back, Tyson admits he had mixed emotions about facing an opponent 31 years his junior. While part of him questioned the decision, he also takes immense pride in knowing he can still captivate fans and perform under the bright lights.

“The day after, I asked my wife, ‘Why did I do that?’” Tyson told Bleacher Report. “I don’t know—I just did it because I’m always out of my comfort zone. I’m never in a place where I say, ‘Hey, this is it, I’m in my duration of life.’ No, I’m always gonna push the level, man. I’m that kind of guy. I might jump off a 15-story building one day—you never know—just to see if I can fly. I just like to push myself. That’s the only way I live.”

Tyson hints at possible comeback amid record talk

Despite the outcome, Tyson hasn’t closed the chapter on his fighting career. In the same interview, the former heavyweight champion shared an intriguing comment that reignited speculation: “Everything is possible. If somebody breaks my record, I might come back.”

With his 59th birthday approaching in June, Tyson continues to entertain the idea of returning to the ring. However, for now, his attention is on entrepreneurial ventures and media appearances that keep his brand active and his legacy alive.

Mike Tyson lost his fight against influencer Jake Paul, but the 58-year-old earned widespread admiration for his resilience through the eight-round match.

However, his former trainer, Jeff Fenech, has expressed regret after urging people to bet on the legendary boxer to win the match against Paul.

Mike Tyson called the experience a victory, sharing gratitude for stepping into the ring again despite his health challenges.

Jeff Fenech Admits Regret Over Mike Tyson’s Loss To Jake Paul

In an interview with Australia Nine’s “Today,” Jeff Fenech, former trainer to Tyson, admitted he was overwhelmed with calls after urging “so many” people to bet on the boxer in his fight against Jake Paul last Friday.

Following the highly anticipated heavyweight clash, held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, which ended with Paul, 27, securing a unanimous decision victory over the 58-year-old Tyson after eight rounds, Fenech expressed his regret, stating, “Yeah, I was [surprised].”

“I had so many people ring me, and so many people lost money because of me. I’m pretty embarrassed,” he added, per the New York Post.

Despite Tyson’s defeat, Fenech insisted the fight wasn’t just about the result.

“It may have been a terrible fight, but what he represented and what he was trying to do isn’t just to show people he can fight, he’s trying to show people that at 58 you can work hard,” he explained. “He’s changed his whole life around and I think that’s what it’s about. The rest of the stuff far outweighs the fight.”

Jeff Fenech Warns Mike Tyson Against Returning To The Ring

Fenech, who previously worked with Tyson in the past, including his final fight in 2005 against Kevin McBride, after which Tyson retired with a record of 50 wins and six losses, believed that Iron Mike had the potential to secure one of the fastest wins of his career if he approached it correctly.

However, in the aftermath of Tyson’s loss to Paul, Fenech revealed he has spoken with the former heavyweight champion several times, discouraging Tyson from stepping into the ring again.

“My advice would be that you don’t have to do that again,” Fenech stated. “He’s talking about being sick … but at 58 and working your body the way he did, it’s very difficult to stay healthy. Sometimes, you overdo it and burn your engine out.”

Still, Fenech remains impressed by Tyson’s transformation. He said, “For me, I’m so proud of how Mike has changed his life around and over 100 million people watched at home. Although all of us fight people can say what a terrible fight that was, most people think what a great job Mike Tyson did.”

The Legendary Boxer’s Current Trainer Also Expressed Surprise At His Loss

Rafael Cordeiro, Tyson’s trainer, recently spoke about Saturday’s fight at AT&T Stadium, expressing gratitude that the boxing icon can now focus on spending quality time with his family after months of intense preparation.

“We worked for seven months for this moment. I really believed we had this victory before the fight. He never asked to give up,” Cordeiro shared, per the Daily Mail.

Despite the loss, Cordeiro emphasized Tyson’s enduring legacy: “He (Tyson) is the people’s champion. He has inspired many people outside the ring. Most importantly, Mike comes home to his loved ones.”

Mike Tyson Reveals Near-Death Experience After Losing His Fight With Jake Paul

In the lead-up to his boxing match with Paul, Tyson faced significant health challenges, including a severe ulcer flare-up that required the fight, originally slated for July 20, to be postponed.

Following the match, the boxing icon took to X to share a shocking revelation.

“This is one of those situations when you lost but still won,” he began. “I’m grateful for last night. No regrets about getting in the ring one last time. I almost died in June.”

Tyson added: “Had 8 blood transfusions. Lost half my blood and 25lbs in hospital and had to fight to get healthy to fight so I won. To have my children see me stand toe to toe and finish 8 rounds with a talented fighter half my age in front of a packed Dallas Cowboy stadium is an experience that no man has the right to ask for. Thank you.”

Fans Hail The Boxing Legend For Being An Inspiration After His Jake Paul Fight

Mike Tyson lost his fight against influencer Jake Paul, but the 58-year-old earned widespread admiration for his resilience through the eight-round match.

However, his former trainer, Jeff Fenech, has expressed regret after urging people to bet on the legendary boxer to win the match against Paul.

Mike Tyson called the experience a victory, sharing gratitude for stepping into the ring again despite his health challenges.

Jeff Fenech Admits Regret Over Mike Tyson’s Loss To Jake Paul

In an interview with Australia Nine’s “Today,” Jeff Fenech, former trainer to Tyson, admitted he was overwhelmed with calls after urging “so many” people to bet on the boxer in his fight against Jake Paul last Friday.

Following the highly anticipated heavyweight clash, held at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, which ended with Paul, 27, securing a unanimous decision victory over the 58-year-old Tyson after eight rounds, Fenech expressed his regret, stating, “Yeah, I was [surprised].”

“I had so many people ring me, and so many people lost money because of me. I’m pretty embarrassed,” he added, per the New York Post.

Despite Tyson’s defeat, Fenech insisted the fight wasn’t just about the result.

“It may have been a terrible fight, but what he represented and what he was trying to do isn’t just to show people he can fight, he’s trying to show people that at 58 you can work hard,” he explained. “He’s changed his whole life around and I think that’s what it’s about. The rest of the stuff far outweighs the fight.”

Jeff Fenech Warns Mike Tyson Against Returning To The Ring

Fenech, who previously worked with Tyson in the past, including his final fight in 2005 against Kevin McBride, after which Tyson retired with a record of 50 wins and six losses, believed that Iron Mike had the potential to secure one of the fastest wins of his career if he approached it correctly.

However, in the aftermath of Tyson’s loss to Paul, Fenech revealed he has spoken with the former heavyweight champion several times, discouraging Tyson from stepping into the ring again.

“My advice would be that you don’t have to do that again,” Fenech stated. “He’s talking about being sick … but at 58 and working your body the way he did, it’s very difficult to stay healthy. Sometimes, you overdo it and burn your engine out.”

Still, Fenech remains impressed by Tyson’s transformation. He said, “For me, I’m so proud of how Mike has changed his life around and over 100 million people watched at home. Although all of us fight people can say what a terrible fight that was, most people think what a great job Mike Tyson did.”

The Legendary Boxer’s Current Trainer Also Expressed Surprise At His Loss

Rafael Cordeiro, Tyson’s trainer, recently spoke about Saturday’s fight at AT&T Stadium, expressing gratitude that the boxing icon can now focus on spending quality time with his family after months of intense preparation.

“We worked for seven months for this moment. I really believed we had this victory before the fight. He never asked to give up,” Cordeiro shared, per the Daily Mail.

Despite the loss, Cordeiro emphasized Tyson’s enduring legacy: “He (Tyson) is the people’s champion. He has inspired many people outside the ring. Most importantly, Mike comes home to his loved ones.”

Mike Tyson Reveals Near-Death Experience After Losing His Fight With Jake Paul

In the lead-up to his boxing match with Paul, Tyson faced significant health challenges, including a severe ulcer flare-up that required the fight, originally slated for July 20, to be postponed.

Following the match, the boxing icon took to X to share a shocking revelation.

“This is one of those situations when you lost but still won,” he began. “I’m grateful for last night. No regrets about getting in the ring one last time. I almost died in June.”

Tyson added: “Had 8 blood transfusions. Lost half my blood and 25lbs in hospital and had to fight to get healthy to fight so I won. To have my children see me stand toe to toe and finish 8 rounds with a talented fighter half my age in front of a packed Dallas Cowboy stadium is an experience that no man has the right to ask for. Thank you.”

Fans Hail The Boxing Legend For Being An Inspiration After His Jake Paul Fight

In response to Tyson’s heartfelt post, Paul commented: “Love you, Mike. It was an honor. You’re an inspiration to us all.”

Fans also poured in with messages of admiration and respect for the boxing legend. “You’ll always be the greatest boxer of all time to me,” one fan wrote. “I watched you all my life. Nobody even comes close. Thank you for being you. I wish I could have met you in person.”

Another added: “You’re the GOAT Tyson. Hope you see me in other endeavors outside boxing again. Mike Tyson Mysteries comes to mind.”