DALLAS – Boxing legend Mike Tyson made it clear that “the devil himself” would show up in his upcoming fight against Jake Paul, set for Friday at AT&T Stadium. During Thursday’s weigh-in, Tyson, weighing in at 233 pounds, faced off against a 220-pound Paul. In a dramatic moment, Tyson delivered an open-handed slap that landed squarely on Paul’s face. Security intervened quickly as Paul taunted Tyson, telling the crowd, “It’s personal now. He must die!”
Tyson’s attitude has visibly shifted throughout the week, and the slap has only fueled excitement for this iconic matchup. Although betting odds favor Paul (-225), Tyson has the overwhelming support of the betting public, with 90% of wagers backing him, though large bets remain on Paul, including two $500,000 bets.
Betting Lines (ESPN BET):
- Moneyline: Paul (-230) | Tyson (+180)
- By KO/TKO/DQ: Paul (+145) | Tyson (+265)
- Win in Rounds 1 or 2: Paul (+950) | Tyson (+600)
Tyson, who hasn’t fought professionally in nearly 20 years, will face Paul, who boasts a 10-1 boxing record. The fight is expected to be the most bet-on event of the year, according to BetMGM and top Las Vegas sportsbooks.