I know you saw it... The Paul vs Tyson make-out session. What a let down..... This was supposed to be the battle of the generations, but Tyson didn’t show up like the fighter we saw in those training videos. This was supposed to be the battle of the generations, but Tyson didn’t show up like the fighter we saw in those training videos. He looked exhausted after just one round. Where was the speed and aggression he had in the gym? It was like watching a totally different person. As for Jake Paul, credit where it’s due, he won, but seriously, fighting a 58-year-old legend? It felt more like clout-chasing than an actual competition.
As a millennial, it’s hard not to feel a little sad watching our heroes fall—whether it’s for the money or whatever else is driving them. We grew up idolizing these athletes, watching them dominate their sports and thinking they were untouchable. Now? Watching Tyson, once a living legend, barely make it through a round, it's hard not to wonder if the fight game is about more than passion and skill—it’s about cashing in on what’s left of their legacy. It’s a tough pill to swallow when those icons we admired are just chasing paychecks or riding the fame train. The whole thing just felt like a letdown for anyone who grew up with real boxing.
And here’s the thing—why would Tyson intentionally dumb himself down for a paycheck? We know he’s capable of so much more, so watching him barely fight felt like he was either intentionally holding back or wasn’t fully invested. Maybe it's about preserving some mystique for the next big payday, but it just makes you wonder: does he really care about his legacy anymore, or is this just a cash grab? It’s frustrating to watch someone who once embodied greatness settle for less, especially when we know what he’s truly capable of. IS THIS WHOLE WORLD DRIVEN BY MONEY AND NOT INTEGRITY?
Now, the prelims? Totally different story. Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano brought the heat with their passion and skill—it was real, no theatrics. Tyson should have brought that same fire, that same raw determination, but it just wasn’t there. Their fight was a masterclass in boxing, full of heart and raw talent. Amanda Serrano fought through a bloody eye, looking like she was ready to give everything for that win—and she did...her best. That kind of passion and grit was exactly what we were hoping to see in the main event. Tyson, on the other hand, looked like he was just going through the motions. Their bout was so much more exciting than the main event. Honestly, I could’ve called it a night after their fight and been totally satisfied. But instead, we got a main event that felt scripted. Jake walks away with $40 million, Tyson with $20 million, and what do we get? A reminder that boxing might be more about the business than the sport these days. It’s hard to ignore when you see that kind of mismatch on the big stage.
Oh, and WTF Netflix—because why not add a little more chaos to the mix? They really dropped the ball with the stream. Buffering, audio cutting out, and so many people couldn’t even log in to watch. I literally missed the entire entrance to the ring when it cutout. In a panic I'm resetting my router, trying to load my phone like come on....What the heck.
All that hype, all that money, and the only fighters who actually delivered were the ones on the undercard. What a wild, frustrating night.
Was the fight rigged?
Yes, of course...
Gen-Z really do be whipping on us...
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