Mike Tyson, Jake Paul Face Off Turns Ugly as Shoving Match Ends in Slap (Watch)
Tensions flared at Thursday's weigh-in for the highly anticipated boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, with a shoving match culminating in a slap from Tyson.
The incident occurred as the two fighters came face-to-face during the weigh-in, which was held in Miami ahead of their fight on Saturday night.
In a video posted on social media, Tyson can be seen shoving Paul, who then retaliated by slapping Tyson in the face.
The situation was quickly defused by security, but it served as a reminder of the intense rivalry between the two fighters.
Tyson, 54, is a former heavyweight boxing champion with a reputation as one of the most feared fighters in the history of the sport. Paul, 24, is a YouTuber-turned-boxer who has made a name for himself by fighting other celebrities.
The upcoming fight is expected to be one of the most watched boxing events of the year, with fans eager to see if Paul can pull off an upset against the legendary Tyson.
Here's a breakdown of the incident:
- Tyson and Paul came face-to-face during the weigh-in.
- Tyson shoved Paul, who then slapped Tyson in the face.
- Security quickly defused the situation.
What's next?
The fight between Tyson and Paul is scheduled for Saturday night in Miami. It's expected to be a close fight, with both fighters having their own strengths and weaknesses.
Tyson is the more experienced fighter, but Paul is younger and has more stamina. It will be interesting to see who comes out on top.