In a startling revelation, a boxing legend has exposed a surprising detail in Jake Paul’s contract with Mike Tyson, stating that the social media influencer-turned-boxer stands to earn less if he secures a first-round knockout than if he goes the distance.
According to sources, Paul’s contract with Tyson includes a peculiar clause that ties his earnings to the length of the fight. If Paul manages to knock out his opponent in the first round, he will reportedly take home a significantly lower purse than if the bout lasts the full distance.
This astonishing claim has sparked controversy in the boxing community, with many questioning the fairness of such a clause. The news has also raised eyebrows among fans, who are accustomed to fighters receiving more lucrative payouts for impressive, quick victories.
The boxing legend, Tony Bellew, revealed that Paul’s contract stipulates something funky.
“From what I’m hearing with the contracts, allegedly, he gets paid less if he wins in round one, Tyson, or if he gets a knockout he gets paid even less,” he told Safebettingsites.
“There’s restrictions in his contract based on how he wins.”
Froch added: “I don’t know if it’s been confirmed, but I’ve read somewhere that there’s a clause in his contract that means he’s going to earn less money if he goes out there and destroys Jake Paul.”
This unusual clause has left many in the boxing community scratching their heads, wondering why Paul would agree to such terms.
Industry insiders speculate that Tyson’s camp may have included this clause to incentivize Paul to engage in more competitive and entertaining fights, rather than seeking quick knockouts. Others believe that Paul may have agreed to this arrangement to appease Tyson, who is known for his brutal and aggressive fighting style.
This development has sparked a heated debate among boxing enthusiasts, with some arguing that Paul is being unfairly penalized for his impressive knockout power. Others contend that the clause is a clever move by Tyson’s camp to ensure that Paul puts on a show for fans.
