Mike Tyson recently addressed his unusual behavior during his fight against Jake Paul on Friday night (15 November), where Jake Paul secured a unanimous decision victory in the highly anticipated Netflix event.
The bout, consisting of eight two-minute rounds, saw Tyson start strong in the early rounds. However, as the match progressed, the 58-year-old legend struggled to keep up with Paul, who landed more punches and gained control as the fight went on.
Amid the action, fans and commentators noticed Tyson repeatedly touching or biting his glove, a peculiar habit that sparked curiosity. Addressing this during the post-fight interview, a reporter asked Tyson:
“Was it a mouthpiece issue, or were you just biting your glove?”
To this, Tyson candidly responded: “I have a habit of biting my glove.”
When pressed further with a simple “Why?” Tyson admitted, “I have a biting fixation.”
This revelation drew mixed reactions online. Some long-time fans defended him, pointing out that Tyson has been known for this behavior throughout his career. One social media user wrote, “Tyson’s mouthpiece is fine. He bites his gloves. He’s done it forever. Stop talking about his mouthpiece.” Another commented, “Tyson’s ‘biting fixation’ remark might just be one of the funniest post-fight quotes ever.”
Announcer: Was it a mouthpiece issue, or were you just biting on your glove?
Mike Tyson: I have a habit of biting my glove.
Announcer: Why?
Mike: I have a biting fixation. pic.twitter.com/snlgu1nThT
— Spencer Althouse (@SpencerAlthouse) November 16, 2024
The incident brought back memories of Tyson’s infamous 1997 fight with Evander Holyfield, where he bit off a portion of Holyfield’s ear—a moment forever etched in boxing history.
Jake Paul, meanwhile, displayed sportsmanship after the fight, paying respect to Tyson, even as fans grappled with streaming issues and reacted to other highlights of the night, including Paul’s walkout song inspired by Tyson’s role in The Hangover.
Results from the Paul vs. Tyson Fight Card:
- Jake Paul def. Mike Tyson via unanimous decision
- Katie Taylor def. Amanda Serrano via unanimous decision
- Mario Barrios vs. Abel Ramos – split draw
- Neeraj Goyat def. Whindersson Nunes via unanimous decision
- Shadasia Green def. Melinda Watpool via split decision
- Lucas Bahdi def. Armando Casamonica via majority decision
- Shu Shu Carrington Jr. def. Dana Coolwell via unanimous decision
The Netflix-streamed event was a spectacle, blending humor, nostalgia, and drama, making it a memorable night for boxing fans.
