Mike Tyson recently opened up about the emotional and physical aftermath of his loss to Jake Paul in their highly publicized boxing match. The 58-year-old boxing legend discussed the toll the fight took on him during a December 9 interview on Fox Sports’ Covino & Rich. Tyson admitted feeling “depressed a little bit” following the November 15 bout, which marked his first fight in 19 years. Reflecting on the experience, Tyson shared that after the high of preparing for and participating in the event, he was left with a sense of emptiness. “After it was over, I thought, ‘Wow, now what?’” he said.
The match, streamed live on Netflix, set a record with 108 million viewers worldwide, becoming the most-watched sporting event in the platform’s history. Initially scheduled for July, the fight was delayed due to Tyson’s hospitalization for a life-threatening ulcer. Despite months of preparation, Tyson admitted that he struggled during the fight, even experiencing moments of memory loss. “I don’t remember the fight that much,” Tyson confessed. “I remember Jake bowing in the ring, and that’s the last thing I recall.”
Tyson also reflected on his decision to return to the ring, expressing mixed emotions about his comeback. “The day after, I asked my wife, ‘Why did I do that?’” he shared, acknowledging the personal challenges he faced. Despite the tough experience, Tyson maintained his humor, joking about the viral “bare-butt moment” during the event. “Television has really changed,” he quipped, downplaying the incident’s significance.
The fight, held at AT&T Stadium in Texas, was not just a sporting event but a testament to Mike Tyson’s lasting legacy and resilience. Despite the loss, the match highlighted his ability to captivate and inspire fans worldwide.
