Reason Why Mike Tyson Slapped Jake Paul Revealed

Things got heated at the ceremonial weigh-ins for the highly-anticipated Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight, set to stream on Netflix. The legendary former heavyweight champ, Tyson, didn’t hold back when he smacked Paul right across the face after their staredown on Thursday evening in Arlington, Texas.

So, what triggered Tyson to unleash that slap? According to the boxing icon, Paul stepped on his foot, causing him significant pain. “I was in my socks and he had on shoes,” Tyson revealed to The New York Post after the jaw-dropping incident. “He stepped on my toe because he is a f–king a–hole. I wanted to think it happened by accident. But now I think it may have happened on purpose.”

Tyson didn’t mince words about the aftermath either, adding, “I was in a lot of pain. I had to reciprocate.”

The slap nearly escalated into an all-out brawl between their camps before security intervened and managed to defuse the situation. The intense moment has only fueled anticipation for their showdown in the ring, with fans buzzing about what might happen when these two clash for real.

Tyson, who’s known for his explosive demeanor both inside and outside the ring, now faces Paul in what could be one of the most talked-about fights of the year.

What’s your take on Tyson’s reaction? Was he justified, or did he take it too far? And are you betting on Tyson or Paul? Drop your thoughts in the comments below and let us know who you’re rooting for!