The highly anticipated boxing match between former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson and YouTube star-turned-professional boxer Jake Paul took place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Fans across the globe tuned in eagerly, as the event broadcasted live on Netflix, with the main event set to kick off around 11:30 p.m. ET.

Mike Tyson, at 58 years old, boasted a professional record of 50 wins, 6 losses, and 2 no contests. He hadn’t fought in a professional capacity since a split draw against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020 and had not competed in a sanctioned match since his loss to Kevin McBride in June 2005—an astonishing nearly 20-year gap.

On the other hand, Jake Paul, with a record of 10 wins and 1 loss, came into the ring with renewed momentum following a sixth-round knockout victory over BKFC star Mike Perry just a couple of months prior. The bout against Tyson marked yet another significant chapter in Paul's increasingly controversial boxing career.

As the night progressed, the anticipation skyrocketed with a stellar introduction for both fighters. Jake Paul made a grand entrance in a custom outfit designed to be the most expensive boxing attire in history, entering the ring to the nostalgic sounds of Phil Collins' "In The Air Tonight." Mike Tyson followed suit with a more understated entrance but electrifying nonetheless, accompanied by his iconic track "Murdergram" by Murder Inc.

The match officially began and the tension was palpable. Here’s the round-by-round play of the fight:

Round 1

Right off the bat, Paul displayed impressive footwork while Tyson's jabs marked his territory. After some clinching, Paul successfully landed a glancing right hook, but Tyson swiftly retaliated. The referee, Mark Calo-oy, warned both fighters about excessive clinching. Despite the exchanges, MMA Fighting scored the round 10-9 for Tyson due to his aggression.

Round 2

Tyson’s age-defying jab kept Paul at bay. Paul made some attempts to connect with body shots, but Tyson’s left hook pushed him back. Both fighters fought strategically, with Paul attempting to showboat. This round ended with MMA Fighting scoring it 10-9 for Paul, making the total tie at 19-19.

Round 3

The intensity increased as Tyson aggressively sought to land punches. Paul demonstrated his speed and finesse with a series of solid hooks, landing several shots that caught Tyson off guard. This round was scored 10-9 for Paul, leading to a total score of 29-28 in his favor.

Round 4

Paul continued to flaunt his jab, while Tyson struggled to get into the fight's rhythm. With no significant punches landed on Tyson’s part, this round went to Paul again, with a score of 10-9, extending his lead to 39-37.

Round 5

Paul maintained his distance, poking at Tyson with jabs and looking for openings. Tyson landed one worrisome shot, but Paul’s quick movements allowed him to evade significant damage. The round ended with a score of 10-9 for Paul, making the overall score 49-46.

Round 6

Both fighters seemed to settle into a pattern. Paul’s quick combos kept Tyson defending, and he consistently scored with jabs, leading to another round scored 10-9 for Paul, bringing the cumulative score to 59-55.

Round 7

Tyson attempted to show some life with a blocked hook, while Paul smartly continued his offensive with jabs and body shots. The match resembled a glorified sparring session, with Paul scoring yet again with another 10-9 round, making it 69-64 overall.

As the match progresses, it is evident that Jake Paul is employing a strategy focused on speed and technique, while Mike Tyson is attempting to find his footing against a younger and faster opponent. Fans now eagerly await the forthcoming rounds to see if Tyson can mount a comeback, or if Paul will continue to dominate in what many have dubbed one of the year's most thrilling boxing events.