Jake Paul has fired back at Sylvester Stallone‘s claims that his recent boxing match with Mike Tyson was rigged. The man who famously portrayed Rocky Balboa alleged Tyson purposely held back against Paul during their Netflix-streamed fight. The accusations drew backlash from Paul, who didn’t mince words in his response.
Speaking on his brother Logan Paul‘s podcast, Jake dismissed the notion of any scripted action, pointing out Tyson’s real punches. “If you think he wasn’t trying, blame the Botox clouding your judgment,” Paul said, taking a swipe at Stallone’s plastic surgery at the same time.
Stallone has always supported Tyson‘s legacy, but implied Tyson’s performance resembled an “Oscar-worthy” acting display, suggesting Paul escaped without facing the true power of the 58-year-old former heavyweight champion. Paul, however, credited his “speed, footwork, and agility” for avoiding serious damage during the fight. He confidently stated, “Tyson gave it his all, but he just couldn’t land clean hits on me.”
Many have criticized the recent fight and claimed Tyson “pulled his punches” away from Paul, but the latter insists his victory was legitimate, noting that fighting legends is a different experience than watching highlight reels. Paul also hinted that the physical toll on Tyson, including recent health challenges, might have affected his performance but dismissed the idea of a prearranged outcome.
This exchange adds yet another chapter to the polarizing narratives surrounding Jake Paul’s boxing career. While he continues to face skepticism, Paul appears unfazed, focusing on a potential match against world champion Daniel Dubois.
