6 hours Ago By Omair Pall
Mike Tyson’s long-awaited fight against Jake Paul, scheduled for July 20, 2024, almost didn’t happen due to a serious health scare that nearly cost Tyson his life. The legendary boxer, aged 58, revealed in a candid reflection after the November 15 bout that he had suffered a severe ulcer flare-up in June. This health crisis led to a dramatic hospital stay, where Tyson had to undergo eight blood transfusions, losing almost half of his blood and 25 pounds in the process.
This sudden medical emergency forced Tyson to put his intense training on hold, and by the time he was cleared to resume, he had to start his fitness journey all over again. Despite having been in peak physical condition just months before, he found himself rebuilding his strength and stamina from scratch. However, Tyson expressed pride in how far he had come in his recovery, acknowledging the challenges he had overcome in preparing for the fight.
This is one of those situations when you lost but still won. I’m grateful for last night. No regrets to get in ring one last time.
I almost died in June. Had 8 blood transfusions. Lost half my blood and 25lbs in hospital and had to fight to get healthy to fight so I won.
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— Mike Tyson (@MikeTyson) November 16, 2024 The original match date in July was postponed to November due to Tyson’s health issues, and his near-death experience was documented in Netflix’s *Countdown: Paul vs. Tyson*. Tyson opened up about the terrifying moments in the hospital, recalling a conversation with his doctor in which he feared for his life.
His hospitalization severely disrupted his training, and once he was out, he found himself struggling to regain his form, which he had to rebuild from the ground up. Jake Paul showing respect to Mike Tyson in the last round pic.twitter.
com/OXso184Hcl — Historic Vids (@historyinmemes) November 16, 2024 On November 15, Tyson made his highly anticipated return to the ring after a 19-year hiatus, facing Jake Paul, who came into the fight with an impressive 10-1 record. The buildup to the match was tense, with Tyson making headlines by slapping Paul during the weigh-ins and confidently declaring that he wouldn’t lose. In the ring, Tyson started strong, landing powerful punches and putting Paul on the back foot.
However, as the rounds progressed, Tyson’s age and the toll of his recovery began to show. Despite his initial dominance, fatigue set in, and Paul started to take control of the fight. By the third round, Tyson was visibly slowing down.
Paul capitalized on this, landing a precise triple jab that rocked Tyson, leaving him on the ropes. As the fight continued, Tyson’s movements became slower, and Paul’s sharper punches began to dictate the pace. The scores were even heading into the fourth round, but Paul’s momentum continued to build, and he eventually outpaced Tyson to secure the win.
Jake Paul praises Mike Tyson: "He's the GOAT" #PaulTyson pic.twitter.com/AhEBA5Ojoj — Netflix (@netflix) November 16, 2024 Even in defeat, Tyson remained reflective and grateful for the opportunity to step into the ring.
He expressed how meaningful it was to have his children watch him fight a younger, talented opponent in front of a packed stadium, and he acknowledged that few could ask for such an experience. Tyson’s comeback, marked by his incredible resilience in both the ring and his recovery, has left fans wondering if he will fight again. While he hinted at the possibility of returning under the right circumstances, his post-fight comments suggested that this may have been his last fight.
For now, Tyson’s future in the sport remains uncertain, but his journey has captured the admiration of fans worldwide. SEE ALSO: Coldplay’s Ahmedabad Tickets Sell Out In Record Time; Draws Mixed Reactions On Social Media.
