Terence Crawford Suggests Mike Tyson vs. Jake Paul Match Was "Scripted"

Terence Crawford, a prominent figure in boxing, has expressed his belief that the highly anticipated November 2024 boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul was "scripted."

The fight marked Mike Tyson's professional return to the ring at 58 years old, nearly two decades after his last professional bout. He faced the younger Jake Paul, who ultimately secured a victory by unanimous decision.

Crawford's Statements

During an appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience podcast, Crawford made his sentiments clear.

"I think it was scripted."

He elaborated on his reasoning, stating:

"I ain’t never seen Tyson biting his gloves and — it was taking all that he could not to hit him. It was just like, it’s heartbreaking to see an icon go out like that."

Background on Allegations

Accusations of scripted fights have been a recurring theme throughout Jake Paul's boxing career. These claims significantly intensified following the Tyson-Paul match, which quickly became one of the most viewed boxing matches in history.

To date, no concrete evidence has surfaced to substantiate these allegations. Paul and his promotional team have consistently and vehemently denied all claims of their fights being predetermined.

Crawford's Perspective on the Event

Beyond the specifics of the fight, Crawford also conveyed a broader concern regarding the event itself.

He described the event as a "sad cash grab" for a Hall of Famer.

This sentiment was voiced despite Mike Tyson appearing visibly content with his return to professional boxing.