In a dramatic turn of events, the second press conference between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson, held Thursday in Texas,
concluded with an unexpected altercation.
The previously lighthearted atmosphere witnessed at the New York
stop shifted dramatically at Texas Live! as tensions rose between the two fighters.
Jake Paul (9-1) and Mike Tyson (50-6) are set to face off in a highly anticipated boxing match on July 20 at AT&T Stadium. The two-city press conference tour saw a stark contrast in dynamics between the two stops. While they maintained a friendly demeanor in New York, the mood in Texas was considerably more tense.
The altercation began during their faceoff when Tyson brushed off Paul. In response, Paul mimicked a gun firing motion as Tyson turned his back. The tension escalated further when Paul unexpectedly landed a punch on Tyson, shocking attendees and media alike. Security quickly intervened to separate the two fighters, but the incident has already become a focal point of the upcoming match’s narrative.
In addition to the main event participants, the press conference also featured co-main event fighters Amanda Serrano (23-1) and Katie Taylor (46-2-1). Both women squared off before Paul and Tyson, maintaining a professional demeanor despite the rising tension in the room.
The sudden aggression from Paul has added a new layer of intensity to the buildup for their fight, leaving fans and analysts eager to see how the drama unfolds in the ring on July 20. For more detailed coverage and videos of the incident, visit MMA Junkie’s hub for Paul vs. Tyson.
