By GB News (World News) | Created at 2024-11-16 06:21:18 | Updated at 2024-11-16 08:20:18
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Mike Tyson has admitted he was injured during his fight with Jake Paul in Texas - but has insisted he won't be using it as an excuse.
The heavyweight icon was taking part in his first professional fight since his defeat to Kevin McBride back in 2005.
But Tyson was unable to really trouble Paul, with the 27-year-old dominating proceedings as he secured victory via unanimous decision.
Speaking after his defeat, the 58-year-old was asked about the brace over his knee.
Mike Tyson has admitted he was injured during his fight with Jake Paul in Texas - but has insisted he won't be using it as an excuse
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And Tyson confirmed that he was injured, with the boxing star telling Netflix: "Yeah [I had a knee injury], but I can't use that for an excuse."
Defeat has never been something the veteran likes to experience. He also insists, however, that he's 'happy' with how he did.
"I am happy," he continued.
"I knew he was a good fighter. I knew he was prepared.
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"I didn't prove nothing to anybody, only to myself. I am just happy with what I can do."
While Paul is likely to secure more lucrative fights in the future, it's unclear what Tyson will do.
When quizzed on retirement, Iron Mike kept his cards close to his chest. He did, however, suggest that he'd be open to fighting Paul's brother, Logan, at some point in the future.
"I don't know, it depends on the situation. I don't think so, maybe his brother [Logan]," he added.
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Mike Tyson insists he's 'happy' with how he performed during his boxing fight against Jake Paul
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"Mike Tyson, it's such an honour. Let's give it up for Mike, the greatest to ever do it," he said.
"We wouldn't be here without him today with him, this man is an icon.
"It's just an honour to be able to fight him. It was really tough fight. I expected it to be.
Mike Tyson was simply beaten by the younger, fitter man in Jake Paul in their boxing fight in the early hours of Saturday morning
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"He was exactly what I thought. One of the greatest to ever do it. An icon.
"I was trying to hurt him a little bit. I was scared he was going to hurt me. I did my best."
Paul was also asked about his future plans. He says Canelo Alvarez needs a fight with him more than the other way round - though also insisted he wouldn't be calling anyone out.
