November 16th 2024.
After Jake Paul's victory over Mike Tyson, Conor McGregor faced backlash for a tweet that was deemed "disgusting" by many. The tweet was quickly deleted, but it caused a stir among fans and viewers.
The fight between Paul and Tyson took place at the AT&T Stadium in Texas, with 70,000 people in attendance and millions more watching on Netflix. The age difference between the two was quite significant, with Paul being 31 years younger than Tyson. And it was evident in the ring, as Tyson, who retired from boxing in 2005, looked every bit of his 58 years. He was a far cry from his former dominant self, struggling to keep up with Paul's speed and agility. In fact, some of his punches missed Paul by a whole foot.
The matchup between the two was already controversial, with many boxing fans questioning the legitimacy of the fight. Some even called it a "freakshow." Paul, who now has a record of 11-1 in boxing, has been accused of choosing opponents that are not evenly matched with him. And McGregor, known for his brash comments, took a jab at Paul by suggesting that his next opponent could be Prichard Colon, a boxer who has been in a coma since 2015.
The story of Colon is one of the biggest tragedies in the world of boxing. In a fight against Terrel Williams in 2015, he suffered a brain hemorrhage after being repeatedly punched in the back of the head. He has been in a vegetative state ever since, receiving around-the-clock care. His family often shares heart-wrenching videos of his condition on social media, reminding us of the dangers of the sport.
While McGregor's tweet was quickly deleted, it did not go unnoticed by boxing fans. Many were quick to condemn his comment, with some calling him a "scumbag." The tweet was shared by sports reporter Michael Benson, and it received a lot of negative reactions.
Even though Tyson was clearly beaten by Paul, he refused to rule out the possibility of fighting again. In an interview after the match, he said that he is not sure if he is done with boxing yet and that it depends on the situation. When asked if this was his last fight, he hinted at the possibility of facing Paul's brother, Logan Paul, in the future.
The fight between Paul and Tyson may have been entertaining for some, but it also sparked discussions about the ethics and safety of the sport. And McGregor's tweet only added fuel to the fire, further dividing the opinions of boxing fans.
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