Jake Paul’s company Most Valuable Promotions (MVP) has dismissed claims his fight with Mike Tyson was rigged, labelling those accusations an “insult” to both men.
Paul eased to an uneventful points win over 58-year-old Tyson earlier this month, in what was a professionally sanctioned bout despite the former heavyweight champion’s age and health issues in the months leading up to the event.
Speaking in the ring after his win, Paul admitted that he eased off for much of the bout after it became clear Tyson had little to offer in his first professional bout in 19 years.
Those comments, along with the general lack of action during the eight rounds, have led to suggestions that the fight was scripted for Paul to win.
However, MVP has now responded to that, reiterating in a statement that this was a legitimate bout.
“MVP would like to set the record straight regarding the contractual agreements and the nature of the …