When heroes fall, it’s not their power that fades—it’s the fans’ illusions of invincibility. This was on full display when Mike Tyson, once the most feared boxer on the planet, was defeated by YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul.
While much of the buzz centered on Tyson’s shocking loss, fans couldn’t ignore one classic ‘Iron Mike’ moment that stole the spotlight: biting. Thankfully, this time, it wasn’t an opponent’s ear but rather his own boxing gloves. Now, post-fight, Tyson has finally revealed the reason behind the wild move.
During the fight, fans couldn’t help but notice Mike Tyson repeatedly biting his own left-hand glove, sparking curiosity about the strange behavior. Throughout the match, many wondered why Tyson was doing this, but the reason was only revealed later when Ariel Helwani pressed him about it.
While some speculated that it might be his way to keep his mouthguard in place, Tyson’s reply was far more entertaining. He openly admitted that he has a “biting fixation,” offering a fun and unexpected explanation for his unusual actions in the ring.
Indeed, Tyson’s glove-biting behavior was a clear reference to his infamous ear-biting incident with Evander Holyfield during their second bout in 1997. This wasn’t the first time Tyson was seen biting his gloves, though. During his fight with Roy Jones Jr., he did the same thing, suggesting that his “biting fixation” is real.
Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul Breaks Boxing Gate Records In USA
Fans expressed frustration with Netflix’s buffering issues, but 70,000 packed the arena, creating an electric atmosphere at the event. The numbers coming out of Texas are jaw-dropping. The AT&T Stadium in Arlington didn’t just host a fight—it hosted history.
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With $17.8 million in ticket sales, this matchup shattered the previous Texas record held by Canelo Alvarez’s $9 million gate. Nearly filling the stadium’s 80,000-person capacity, this event has officially set a new standard for boxing outside of Las Vegas.
With Saudi Arabia emerging as a premier boxing destination, this record seems likely to stand unchallenged for the foreseeable future. However, the buzz around a potential Garcia vs. Haney rematch adds excitement. If it happens, it could be the next big-ticket event to draw global attention.
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