Imagine spending the whole day preparing a beautiful meal. You slow-cook a rich broth, add in your organic steak, potatoes, and vegetables—everything’s coming together. But then, at the end of the day, you take a taste and realize that the dish is a disaster. The flavors are all wrong, and you think to yourself, “What a waste of time.” That’s pretty much how this fight felt.

Mike Tyson, stepping into the ring at 58, looked every bit of his age. Gone was the ferocity and speed that made him one of the most feared men in boxing. Instead, he moved around the ring like an old man, struggling to close the distance against Jake Paul, who seemed too scared or too cautious to engage fully. The whole spectacle had a scripted, almost artificial feel, and it left fans disappointed. If Tyson’s punches had connected, they might’ve hurt Paul—after all, he’s 58 years old—but Paul barely engaged enough to make it happen. Was it a lack of skill or an intentional decision to play it safe? We’ll never know for sure.

Jake Paul, on the other hand, didn’t exactly shine. He came into the ring in style, rolling in with all the glitz and glamour—his massive car, his brother Logan, the music, and pyrotechnics—everything you’d expect from a well-orchestrated show. But when the bell rang, Paul was more hesitant than anything else. He kept his distance, behind his jab, and failed to really take advantage of Tyson’s slow movements. Tyson, in his attempts to close the gap, didn’t look like he had the speed or fitness to make it happen, and Paul didn’t seem eager to engage either.

The fight itself was, frankly, terrible. Tyson barely landed anything significant, and when he did close the gap, it was more about clinching than throwing punches. Meanwhile, Jake Paul threw a couple of big swings but didn’t seem convinced he could actually hurt Tyson. Was he playing it safe? Or was he simply not good enough to dominate? Regardless, the fight felt like a mismatch from the start—Mike Tyson had no business being in the ring, and Jake Paul didn’t seem like the man to take advantage of it.

As for the result? Jake Paul won, but the fight lacked any kind of drama or excitement. It was more like a performance than an actual contest. Tyson, for all his history, was reduced to just another name in a gimmicky fight, and Paul looked like a novice who was too scared to make a real statement.

Where Does Jake Paul Go from Here?

Jake Paul’s boxing career has been a spectacle more than a legitimate competitive journey. After his loss to Tommy Fury, many questioned whether Paul could ever step up to the elite level. He tried his hand at MMA, facing older, washed-up opponents like Nate Diaz and Anderson Silva, winning those bouts, but hardly with any impressive skill. Now, after a lackluster performance against an aging Mike Tyson, the question remains: what’s next?

Paul had touted himself as a potential fighter who could one day take on the likes of Canelo Alvarez, but let’s be real—that would be a massacre. For now, his boxing career seems to be hinging more on his ability to draw crowds than his actual skill in the ring. The marketing machine behind him knows how to create hype, and despite all the criticism, Paul continues to sell out arenas and draw millions of viewers, like the reported 30 million who tuned in for the Tyson fight on Netflix.

But what’s the next gimmick? Another washed-up legend? A rematch with Tommy Fury? Maybe even a clash with KSI, a fellow YouTuber-turned-boxer? Whatever it is, it’s likely to follow the same formula—a spectacle that might not deliver much in terms of high-level boxing but will certainly continue to attract attention.

What About Mike Tyson?

Tyson, for all his greatness, doesn’t belong in the ring anymore. His performance against Jake Paul showed that age has taken its toll. It was sad to watch him struggle in a fight where he couldn’t even really mount an offense. Tyson has nothing left to prove, and while he’s still an icon in the sport, it’s time to say goodbye to the boxing ring.

The sad reality is that Tyson’s participation in these kinds of events cheapens his legacy. We all remember the vicious, destructive Mike Tyson who terrorized opponents in his prime. The Tyson we saw against Jake Paul was a mere shadow of that man. It’s hard to watch a legend like him reduced to a mere role in someone else’s show.

Let’s hope Tyson stays retired for good. He’s done enough for the sport, and now, there’s no need for him to risk his health or dignity in the ring again.

The Real Fight of the Night: Katie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano

While Tyson-Paul was a letdown, there was one bright spot on the undercard: the rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano. This was the kind of fight we hoped to see from the main event. Both women are true warriors, and they put on a fantastic show. Serrano, moving up weight divisions, came in strong and aggressive, putting Taylor on the back foot from the very first round.

Taylor, despite her impressive skills, was getting outworked by Serrano, who landed the cleaner, more effective punches. However, Taylor’s style can be dirty at times, and she used her head in close exchanges, causing a cut above Serrano’s eye. The injury was severe, and it definitely hindered Serrano’s performance as the fight went on. Despite the injury, Serrano kept her composure and fought through the pain, but unfortunately, the judges gave the nod to Taylor in what was a very close contest.

Many, including Serrano’s team, felt the decision was unfair, as Serrano had landed more punches and had dominated much of the action. Taylor’s dirty tactics, particularly the repeated headbutts, gave her an advantage, and while the referee did penalize her at one point, it wasn’t enough. It was a controversial decision, but there’s no denying that both women gave everything in the ring.

Conclusion: A Missed Opportunity

The Tyson-Paul fight was a joke. It was a waste of time and a disappointment for fans hoping to see a real contest. While Jake Paul may continue to draw crowds, his boxing career is likely to remain in the realm of gimmicks and spectacle, rather than true competition. As for Mike Tyson, it’s clear that his time in the ring is over. He’s an icon, but he no longer belongs in the boxing world.

As for the undercard, Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano proved they are two of the best fighters out there, but unfortunately, the wrong woman got the decision. Despite the controversy, the fight was a reminder of what true competition looks like—something we didn’t get to see in the main event.

We can only hope that in the future, boxing goes back to what made it great: real competition, skilled fighters, and exciting matchups.