Jake Paul flaunts Gold Earrings to taunt Mike Tyson at Texas press conference

YouTuber Jake Paul, 27, recently showcased a pair of gold earrings at a press conference in Texas, mocking Mike Tyson for his infamous 1997 ear-biting incident with Evander Holyfield.

Paul wears $100,000 diamond-encrusted earrings

Jake Paul is no stranger to stirring up controversy before his fights, and he didn’t miss the opportunity to taunt Tyson at the latest press conference. Paul made a statement by wearing $100,000 diamond-studded earrings, emphasizing that he wouldn’t make the same mistake as Evander Holyfield did in their 1997 bout. “I won’t have my ear bitten off on Friday night”, the 27-year-old boxer said, proudly showing off his diamond earrings with spikes.

This comment directly references Mike Tyson’s notorious ear-biting scandal, where Tyson bit off a piece of Holyfield’s ear in what is still considered one of the biggest controversies in boxing history. By wearing the earrings, Paul was clearly mocking Tyson and highlighting the fact that he would not fallvictim to a similar fate.

The infamous Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield ear-biting scandal

The name Mike Tyson will forever be linked to the shocking 1997 incident when he was disqualified in the third round of his fight with Evander Holyfield for biting off partof his opponent’s ear. This moment sent shockwaves through the world and heavily damaged Tyson’s reputation.

Despite the gruesome incident, Holyfield never lashed out at Tyson. Over the years, Holyfield has consistently shown respect for the boxing legend, admitting that even at his prime, he might not have been able to defeat Tyson. Holyfield acknowledges that Tyson, during his early 20s, was a phenomenal fighter, and his own victory was a stroke of luck.

Despite the highs and lows of Tyson’s career, one thing is certain: he remains a boxing icon and holds the record as the youngest ever heavyweight champion at just 20 years old and 145 days.

Countdown to the “Fight of the Century”

In less than 24 hours, the highly anticipated fight between Tyson and Paul will take place at AT&T Stadium in Texas. With a 31-year age gap, this fight has sparked heated debate and is more symbolic than a typical battle in the ring.

Jake Paul, who transitioned from YouTube to boxing in 2020, has a solid professional record of 10 wins and 1 loss – the lone defeat coming from Tommy Fury, the younger brother of heavyweight champion Tyson Fury. While Paul may be favored slightly by bookmakers, predictions still lean heavily in Tyson’s favor. Despite the significant age difference, Tyson remains confident, stating, “I’m good with everything. I won’t lose.”

The Tyson vs. Paul fight is not just about physical strength, but also a mental battle, with both fighters using unique strategies to ensure success. All will be decided on November 15th.