Jake Paul’s boxing promotion company Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) has responded to claims that his fight with Mike Tyson, which aired on Netflix, was ‘criminally rigged’.
They said: “Rigging a professional boxing match is a federal crime in the United States of America. Paul vs. Tyson was a professional match sanctioned by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations (TDLR).
“Both fighters in good faith performed to the best of their abilities with the goal of winning the fight. There were absolutely no restrictions – contractual or otherwise – around either fighter.
“Each boxer was able to use his full arsenal to win the fight. Any agreement to the contrary would violate TDLR boxing rules.”
They went on to say: “Suggesting anything other than full effort from these fighters is not only naïve but an insult to the work they put into their craft and to the sport itself.
“It is further illogical and inane that MVP, in the debut of a hopeful long-term partnership with the world’s biggest streamer—an organization that made its first-ever foray into live professional sports with Paul vs. Tyson—would even so much as consider such a perverse violation of the rules of competition.”
Paul beat the 58-year-old Tyson via a Unanimous Decision in an eight round professional fight.
The response to the fight was mixed, with some referring to it as ‘elder abuse’, and others suggesting that the fight was ‘rigged’ for Paul to win.
This is a common criticism levied online at Paul after his fights, in large part due to the storied careers of the older fighters he has faced in his time in the ring.
His wins in the sport include UFC champions Tyron Woodley and Anderson Silva, as well as former UFC fighters Nate Diaz, Ben Askren, and Mike Perry.
Despite this, Paul’s promotion has denied any suggestions that fights are rigged.
Paul’s solitary loss came at the hands of Love Island star Tommy Fury, who was announced last week to be fighting former UFC fighter Darren Till.
Jake Paul’s fellow MVP co-founder, Nakisa Bidarian, commented on the accusations of ‘rigging’ fights last week, saying: “This is not the first time Jake Paul has faced unfounded skepticism or outright disbelief as a professional athlete, and frankly, the claim that his bout must have been rigged is just the latest backhanded compliment to come his way.
“From day one in this sport, people have doubted his abilities—unable to reconcile how someone with his background has accomplished so much in such a short time.
“Jake has not only proven himself repeatedly, but he has continuously set historic records that speak for themselves.
“This event, which broke attendance and viewership milestones for a professional sporting event, is yet another example of his ability to deliver on the biggest stage.
“As long as Jake continues to exceed expectations, there will always be those who try to discredit his achievements. We embrace the doubt—it only fuels Jake to work harder and achieve greater success.”
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There’s plenty of ‘miracle’ anti-ageing products out there, but these gummies might just be worth the hype.
NMN (nicotinamide mononucleotide) is a bit of a buzzword in the world of anti-ageing at the moment. Or you might have heard of the abbreviation NAD (nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide). But don’t let those long and technical names put you off.
Both have quickly become a must-have with celebrities such as Joe Rogan, The Kardashians and Hailey Bieber reportedly big fans.
And even though they’ve been hooking themselves up to NAD IV drips, there is a way for us to benefit from the supplement here in the UK and thankfully there are no needles or injections involved.
If you’re looking for an easy and tasty way to get some of the same benefits that the celebs have been getting, Orange County’s NMN Gummies have just hit the market. And when we found out that you could take what is thought to be ‘the miracle molecule’ in the form of gummies, we were certainly intrigued.
I mean, who wouldn’t want to take all their vitamins and supplements in gummy form?
Here’s what you need to know about the latest anti-ageing supplement and why it might be beneficial to you.
What is NMN?
First of all, it’s important to break down what NMN means and according to Healthline, “at specific doses, NMN supplements may help improve insulin sensitivity and heart function and reduce tiredness with few side effects.” But as with any supplement or vitamin that you might be thinking about taking, it’s a good idea to consult your GP or pharmacist before doing so.
NMN is a molecule that our bodies make naturally and while research is still ongoing, it is thought to help with brain and heart health, sleep, memory and a few chronic conditions.
And Orange County’s NMN Gummies make taking the supplement so much easier.
If you’ve ever struggled to swallow numerous chalky tablets as you try to take your daily vitamins and supplements, you’ll know how quickly that becomes rather off-putting and stops you from making it a part of your daily routine. Whereas, these mixed fruit-flavoured gummies definitely go down a lot easier.
The reason that the celebs have been flocking to try this particular supplement is the fact that it is reported to slow down the ageing process, with some claiming that it can slow down or reverse the natural signs of ageing such as hair thinning and loss and skin elasticity and firmness.
How much do the gummies cost?
The Orange County NMN Gummies are priced at £26.99 for a tub of 30 gummies. Or, you can save 20% on every order if you buy them via their subscription, making each tub just £21.59 or 80p a gummy.
And if you’re still not sure if they’re for you, they also have a 30 day money back guarantee, allowing you to try them out to see if you notice any difference to your overall energy levels and skin or hair.
Jake Paul and Mike Tyson have received their official suspension from boxing following their huge Netflix fight.
Last week saw the unlikely pair finally touch gloves at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas in-front of 70,000 fans – plus many watching via Netflix – with 27-year-old Paul ultimately winning the bout via unanimous decision.
However, the two men shouldn’t be looking to put their gloves back on anytime soon, as they have since been suspended from the sport.
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According to regulations followed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), the pair are required to serve a suspension for 24 days after completing the eight round fight, following guidelines which suggest three days rest per round fought.
The suspension may sound a little dramatic at first, but the rules are in place to protect the fighters’ safety.
“Medical disqualification of a contestant is for their own safety and may be made at the recommendation of the examining physician or TDLR,” the regulations state (via MMA Junkie).
“A contestant who disagrees with a medical disqualification, medical suspension or rest period set at the discretion of a ringside physician or a disqualification or suspension set by the department may request a hearing to show proof of fitness.”
Meanwhile the event’s co-headliners Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano will be on the sidelines for an even longer period of time, with The Mirror reporting that both women will serve a suspension of 45 days.
Paul has certainly been drumming up excitement for his next time in the ring, with the YouTuber-turned-boxer even calling out retired MMA fighter Conor McGregor on his social media accounts.
In the meantime, Paul has also addressed the decision not to knock-out 58-year-old Tyson during the bout, telling fans: “After I’d seen him tired I didn’t want to put too much hurt on him, but I wanted the fans to get a good experience.
“But there was a point where my aggression and violence went away when I wasn’t getting hit. I love Mike.”
The 27-year-old even bowed to his opponent once the fight had ended, seemingly as a show of respect for Iron Mike’s legendary career.
Results of Paul vs Tyson fight card
- Jake Paul def. Mike Tyson via unanimous decision
- Katie Taylor def. Amanda Serrano via unanimous decision
- Mario Barrios vs. Abel Ramos – split draw
- Neeraj Goyat def. Whindersson Nunes via unanimous decision
- Shadasia Green def. Melinda Watpool via split decision
- Lucas Bahdi def. Armando Casamonica via majority decision
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Topics: Boxing, Jake Paul, Mike Tyson
Both Jake Paul and Mike Tyson have been suspended from boxing after their controversial Netflix bout.
Last night, (or this morning if you were watching in the UK) former YouTuber Paul managed to beat Tyson via unanimous decision – in a major blow to the 58-year-old boxing icon’s legacy.
Tyson was able to take the upper hand early on in the fight, but fatigue would ultimately get to him – meaning that 27-year-old Paul was eventually able to come out on top.
However, both boxers will be hanging up their gloves for a little while, as they are set to be temporarily suspended from the sport.
The fight took place in Dallas and was therefore licenced under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation – with the board implementing a condition in which the pair would both be suspended for a minimum of seven days to recuperate post-fight.
But the pair will be spending a little longer on the sidelines.
The guidance reportedly went on to state that each boxer should rest for three days per round fought.
Given that both Paul and Tyson were able to go the entire eight rounds, this means they will both be suspended from the sport for 24 days of rest in order to fully recover from the fight.
The reason for this is pretty straight forward, with the board of regulations stating: “Medical disqualification of a contestant is for their own safety and may be made at the recommendation of the examining physician or TDLR.
“A contestant who disagrees with a medical disqualification, medical suspension, or rest period set at the discretion of a ringside physician or a disqualification or suspension set by the department may request a hearing to show proof of fitness.”
However, we can’t imagine that either Paul or Tyson will be gearing up to book another fight anytime soon.
Not that the pair need to either, with both boxers earning enough to take the foreseeable future off.
According to reports, Paul banked around $40 million (£31.7 million) for the fight. Tyson, meanwhile, is said to have made $20 million (£15.8 million) from the night. Paul had even hinted at the pair making some pretty hefty bonuses on top that as well, which means both men can certainly put their feet up for a while.
Results of Paul vs Tyson fight card
- Jake Paul def. Mike Tyson via unanimous decision
- Katie Taylor def. Amanda Serrano via unanimous decision
- Mario Barrios vs. Abel Ramos – split draw
- Neeraj Goyat def. Whindersson Nunes via unanimous decision
- Shadasia Green def. Melinda Watpool via split decision
- Lucas Bahdi def. Armando Casamonica via majority decision
Jake Paul has beaten Mike Tyson by unanimous decision, after eight rounds of boxing at two minutes each.
Tyson came out the blocks strong, but as the fight went on, Paul grew into the fight and started to dominate the 58-year-old, landing far more punches on Iron Mike has the rounds went on.
Paul looked to have dominated by the end, as according to Netflix, the 27-year-old landed 78 punches from 278 thrown (28 percent), while Tyson landed just 18 punches from 97 thrown (18 percent), as the gulf in age was highlighted to boxing fans.
After Netflix’s unofficial score cards gave rounds one and two to Tyson, the remaining six were given to Paul, as commentators and fans alike were certain of the outcome as the bout went on.
Millions tuned in to the fight as it broadcast live from the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, live on streaming platform Netflix.
It was a first of its kind boxing event for Netflix, organised by Paul’s company Most Valuable Promotions (MVP), with eight fights in total taking place in the centre of the stadium that is home to the Dallas Cowboys.
Already tonight, some fans have endured streaming problems while trying to get the fight up, while millions at home were treated, or jump-scared, to Tyson’s bare a** in his locker room following a pre-fight interview.
Rescheduled from 20 July, it was originally called off due to serious health problems suffered by Tyson, 58, while on a plane.
Paul, 27, pocketed $40m (£31.1m) from the fight with Tyson taking home roughly $20m (£15.4m).
“I’m here to make $40m and knock out a legend,” Paul had boldly said before the bout.
Going into the fight, Paul was the bookies’ favourite, odds on at 2/5. Tyson was placed at 12/5 with a draw priced at 9/1.
Rules for the fight differed to normal professional bouts sanctioned by boxing federations, with 14oz gloves instead of 10z, two-minute rounds instead of three-minute, and eight rounds instead of the usual 12.
Heading in to the fight, Paul boasted a 10-1 record, with his only loss coming against Tommy Fury. Iron Mike, who hadn’t fought professionally in 20 years, had a 50-6-2 record.
Additional words from Tom Earnshaw.
Results of Paul vs Tyson fight card
Jake Paul def. Mike Tyson via unanimous decision
Katie Taylor def. Amanda Serrano via unanimous decision
Mario Barrios vs. Abel Ramos – split draw
Neeraj Goyat def. Whindersson Nunes via unanimous decision
Shadasia Green def. Melinda Watpool via split decision
Lucas Bahdi def. Armando Casamonica via majority decision
Shu Shu Carrington Jr. def. Dana Coolwell via unanimous decision
