Mike Tyson reveals he ‘almost died’ months before Jake Paul fight as he explains how he actually 'won'

Published 09:28 17 Nov 2024 GMT

Tyson took to social media to say he was actually victorious following his fight with Jake Paul

Despite a unanimous decision in Jake Paul’s favor, Mike Tyson has taken to social media to claim he actually ‘won’.

After months of waiting and delays, on November 15, Youtuber-turned boxer Jake Paul and former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson finally went toe to toe.

While a certainly bizarre matchup considering Tyson hasn’t fought professionally since 2005 and is 31 years old Paul’s senior, the fight brought in fascinated viewers.

The pair were first meant to fight in July, but the bout got postponed after Tyson experienced a flare-up of an ulcer.

After completing 8 2-minute rounds, the fight was given to Paul via judges decision but on Twitter Tyson explained how he won, but not in the sense you might think.

The former champion also claimed he had almost died months prior to the fight and was happy for his good health now.

On November 16, Tyson tweeted: “This is one of those situations when you lost but still won. I’m grateful for last night. No regrets to get in ring one last time.

“I almost died in June. Had 8 blood transfusions. Lost half my blood and 25lbs in hospital and had to fight to get healthy to fight so I won.

“To have my children see me stand toe to toe and finish 8 rounds with a talented fighter half my age in front of a packed Dallas Cowboy stadium is an experience that no man has the right to ask for. Thank you.”