Following his defeat to Jake Paul, Mike Tyson’s heavyweight world ranking has plummeted to 309th, according to BoxRec. This is a stark contrast to the days when Tyson reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion, holding the title from 1987 to 1999. Fans were left disappointed not only by Tyson’s performance but also by the rankings update that placed him 183 spots behind Paul, now ranked 126th.
The bout, which went eight rounds, saw Tyson struggle to keep up with the 27-year-old YouTuber-turned-boxer. While Paul landed 78 punches, Tyson managed just 18, showcasing the age gap between the two fighters. Despite the loss, Tyson’s career record remains impressive, with 50 wins (44 by knockout) and seven losses over nearly four decades.
Both fighters have since received temporary 24-day suspensions from the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation, allowing time for physical recovery. This is a standard rest period based on the eight rounds fought during the match.
Jake Paul expressed gratitude on social media after the fight, thanking Tyson for the opportunity to share the ring. However, fans remain divided over the legitimacy of the rankings and the match itself, with some calling it a mismatch and others criticizing the decline in Tyson’s boxing legacy.
