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Mike Tyson enters heavyweight rankings after snoozefest defeat to Jake Paul… and he’s 183 places behind YouTuber
Tyson is behind some unknown journeymen in the rankings too
MIKE TYSON is an incredible 183 PLACES behind Jake Paul in the BoxRec heavyweight rankings after his defeat to the social media star.
Tyson, 58, lost by unanimous decision to the influencer-turned-boxer as the pair put on an uninspiring fight in Texas last week.
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It was Iron Mike's first time back in the professional ring since 2005, and as such he has re-entered the heavyweight standings.
His return to the sport he once dominated has seen him place in at 309th.
During his heyday Tyson reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion between 1987 and 1990.
Now he sits just three spots above the likes of Terrell Jamal Woods, a 35-year-old fighter who has won just one of his last 15 fights and has a record of 29-62.
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While relatively unknown fighters such as Bradford puncher Peter 'The Problem' Naylor sit way ahead of the boxing legend in the standings, despite Naylor never even fighting outside of Greater Manchester.
Jake Paul is currently ranked 126th in the world and is continuing to rise through the standings as he builds his boxing career with each fight.
Paul, 27, has come under criticism for his win over Tyson with many boxing purists criticising "The Problem Child" for fighting someone 31 years his senior.
But it's Paul and Tyson who will be having the last laugh after pocketing millions for their bout which became one of the most watched sporting event EVER.
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Tyson's efforts certainly seemed to be that of someone who hasn't boxed professionally for nearly 20 years.
Damning punching stats from the fight showed how in control Jake Paul was, landing 78 punches in comparison to Tyson's 18.
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And Paul even admitted to PURPOSELY not knocking out his opponent when he saw that he was struggling.
Speaking after his win, he said: "There was a point where I was like he is not really engaging back.
"So I don't know if he is tired. I can just tell his age was showing a little bit.
"I just have so much respect for him and that war thing between us after he slapped me, I wanted to be aggressive, take him down and knock him out.
"But that kind of went away as the rounds went on. I wanted to give the fans a show, but I didn't want to hurt someone that didn't need to be hurt."
Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson round-by-round
MIKE TYSON's long-awaited return to the ring didn't have the fairytale ending fight fans dreamed of.
SunSport's boxing expert Wally Downes Jr recaps one of the drabbest and most forgettable nights in boxing history.
And he didn't hold back, issuing a scathing assessment of social media sensation Jake Paul.
Round One
Paul says "I love you, Mike" just before the opening bell sounds. He quickly runs away and holds the boxing legend.
Tyson draws a big reaction from the crowd as he lands a jab and a good right hand.
Verdict: 10-9 Tyson
Round Two
Paul ran away in the opener and held - just like we thought he would.
Tommy Fury had it first and now Mike Tyson. It's clever because Tyson will tire. Paul tags Tyson's body with a straight right.
Tyson looks spent now. 180 seconds in and the fight looks over.
Verdict: 10-9 Tyson
Round Three
The legend cannot even keep his gumshield in. As expected it's a waste of time. Paul has run away until the 58-year-old has tired.
Shooting ducks in a barrel now. Tyson might get hurt here. Paul lands a couple of clumsy shots and Tyson wobbles backwards.
Tragic after three.
Verdict: 10-9 Paul
Round Four
This is proper rubbish. The crowd are bored and boos are being heard.
This is just two tired big lumps going at it. One a legend, one a promoter.
Verdict 10-9 Paul
Round Five
Paul jabs the body and aims right for the head and another one-two clips the icon.
Tyson cannot keep his mouthpiece in, he is gasping for air. Paul lands a left hook but then so does Tyson.
Verdict 10-9 Paul
Round Six
Thank God these weren't three-minute rounds. We are getting about four punches per round.
Tyson is gasping in the air but replays show a left hook did graze Paul's beard.
Verdict 10-9 Paul
Round Seven
Tyson slips a jab and tries an uppercut. The commentator admits it has been a "sad" spectacle.
The AT&T stadium has been utterly stunk out. Paul is looking just as tired as Tyson.
Verdict 10-9 Paul
Round Eight
Go back to YouTube, Jake. You're an excellent conman. But you've never been a boxer.
The Judges decide: 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73. I'm glad Tyson gets paid and has stayed safe.
But what a laughable performance from Paul to add to his stinker with Tommy Fury.
Verdict 10-9 Paul
SunSport's final scorecard - 78-74 for Jake Paul
Click to read the full round-by-round breakdown.
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