Skip to content
Search

Latest Stories

Mike Tyson slaps Jake Paul during final face-off before Netflix fight

The incident occurred at the formal weigh-in at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, where Tyson, 58, struck Paul on the cheek with his right hand.

Mike Tyson slaps Jake Paul during final face-off before Netflix fight
IRVING, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 14: Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are separated as they face off during their ceremonial weigh-in at The Pavilion at Toyota Music Factory on November 14, 2024 in Irving, Texas. The two are scheduled to meet in a heavyweight bout on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. (Photo by Christian Petersen/Getty Images)
EasternEye
By EasternEyeNov 15, 2024

FORMER heavyweight champion Mike Tyson slapped Jake Paul during their final face-off on Thursday ahead of their Netflix-backed boxing match.

The incident occurred at the formal weigh-in at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, where Tyson, 58, struck Paul on the cheek with his right hand.

MIKE TYSON HITS JAKE PAUL AT THE WEIGH IN #PaulTyson

--

LIVE ON NETFLIX

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 15

8 PM ET | 5 PM PT pic.twitter.com/kFU40jVvk0

— Netflix (@netflix) November 15, 2024

Security intervened quickly to separate the two fighters, and Tyson was escorted off the stage.

Tyson, weighing 228.4 pounds at the weigh-in, spoke briefly before leaving the venue. "Talking's over," he said, surrounded by members of his team.

Jake Paul, the 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer, downplayed the slap, claiming it had not affected him. "I didn't even feel it -- he's angry. He's an angry little elf... cute slap buddy," Paul said. He weighed in at 227.2 pounds.

Paul ended his comments with a profane declaration, vowing to knock Tyson out.

He theatrically shouted into a microphone, "He must die."

Tyson is reportedly earning £15.75 million for the eight-round fight, which will consist of two-minute rounds.

The bout, being streamed live on Netflix, has sparked debate in the boxing world, with some criticising the idea of Tyson returning to the ring nearly 40 years after his debut and 19 years after his last sanctioned fight.

(With inputs from AFP)

jake paul mike tyson - jake paul vs mike tyson - netflix - paul vs tyson

Related News

Millie Bobby Brown
Entertainment

Millie Bobby Brown claps back at media over body scrutiny and unrealistic beauty standards

Shruti Haasan
Entertainment

Shruti Haasan makes her international debut with 'The Eye' backed by an all-female team

Donald Trump
Business

Global markets slide amid escalating US-China tariffs

Meghan Markle opens up on royal life: ‘I was figuring it out in real time’, in her most candid interview yet
Entertainment

Meghan Markle opens up on royal life: ‘I was figuring it out in real time’, in her most candid interview yet

More For You

Ozempic and weight-loss drugs

Hollywood's Weight-Loss Revolution: Celebrities Who Have Opened Up About Using Ozempic and Similar Drugs

Getty Images

Are Ozempic and weight-loss drugs reshaping Hollywood’s body positivity narrative?

Hollywood’s obsession with Ozempic and similar weight-loss drugs is largely reshaping how we view body image, and not necessarily for the better. Once celebrated for promoting self-acceptance and diversity in body shapes, the entertainment industry is now leaning back into an era of extreme thinness, driven by the widespread use of these medications. Stars who once spoke about positivity, like Mindy Kaling, are now noticeably slimmer, sparking conversations about whether the message of self-love is being overshadowed by a new wave of unrealistic standards.

Dr. Charlotte Markey, a psychology professor at Rutgers University, points out that the rise of Ozempic has shifted the whole conversation. “We’re seeing less emphasis on accepting natural body diversity and more on achieving a specific, often unattainable, look,” she says. While the desire to be thin isn’t new, Markey believes society had made progress in recent years by embracing a lot of healthier attitudes toward body image. But the ease of weight loss through drugs like Ozempic has disrupted that whole momentum.

Keep ReadingShow less
ind-aus-bcci

The winner will face either South Africa or New Zealand in the final on Sunday. (Photo credit: BCCI)

Australia bat first against India in Champions Trophy semi-final

AUSTRALIA captain Steve Smith won the toss and chose to bat against India in the first semi-final of the Champions Trophy in Dubai on Tuesday.

The winner will face either South Africa or New Zealand in the final on Sunday.

Keep ReadingShow less
Mortgage lending rises to highest since September 2022

Lending rose to £4.207 billion in January from £3.343 bn in December. (Representational image: Getty)

Mortgage lending rises to highest since September 2022

NET mortgage lending in Britain increased in January to its highest level since September 2022, while mortgage approvals declined slightly but remained above expectations, according to Bank of England data released on Monday.

Lending rose to £4.207 billion in January from £3.343 bn in December. This was the highest level since September 2022, when financial market turmoil followed the economic plans of then-prime minister Liz Truss. The figure was also higher than the £3.55 bn forecast in a Reuters poll.

Keep ReadingShow less
Ranbir Kapoor’s nude walk in 'Animal': Sandeep Reddy Vanga opens up about why and how he shot it

Ranbir Kapoor’s intense nude walk in Animal—a scene that pushed boundaries and became one of the film’s most talked-about moments.

Getty Images

Ranbir Kapoor’s nude walk in 'Animal': Sandeep Reddy Vanga opens up about why and how he shot it

Ranbir Kapoor’s intense performance in Animal pushed boundaries, but one scene, in particular, has taken the internet by storm—his daring nude walk. The sequence, where Ranbir strides naked, covered in blood, holding an axe, is one of the most gripping moments of the film. While it shocked audiences, shooting it was an even bigger challenge.



Director Sandeep Reddy Vanga, known for his raw and unfiltered storytelling, recently addressed the scene and the industry’s reaction to Animal. In an interview, he pointed out how the same critics who slammed the film for its violence and misogyny were all praises for Ranbir’s performance. “The same people who criticised the film had no problem saying Ranbir was brilliant. I’m not jealous of Ranbir, but why is there a difference in how they see our work?” he asked. According to him, actors work on multiple films a year, making them a safer bet for praise, whereas directors take years to bring a project to life and are easier to criticise.

Keep ReadingShow less
Wes Streeting

Wes Streeting walks near 10 Downing Street, in London, Britain, October 29, 2024. (Photo: Reuters)

Labour hasn’t always got it right on Muslim engagement, says Streeting

HEALTH secretary Wes Streeting has acknowledged that the Labour Party "hasn't always got it right" in its engagement with Muslim communities.

Speaking at the launch of the British Muslim Network, Streeting said successive governments had failed to establish strong relationships with Muslim communities, The Times reported.

Keep ReadingShow less
© Copyright 2025 Garavi Gujarat Publications Ltd & Asian Media Group USA Inc