Did Jake Paul Get Paid $40M for a Staged Fight? Oscar De La Hoya Divided Over Mike Tyson Netflix Showdown
In his latest weekly commentary segment, **‘The Thursday Clap Back’**, Oscar De La Hoya brought the heat once again, and this time he had a lot to say about Jake Paul and Mike Tyson’s highly anticipated showdown in Texas. As always, De La Hoya didn’t miss a chance to add his colorful take on Canelo Alvarez. But it was the YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul’s recent matchup with boxing legend Mike Tyson that stole the show.
The November 15 MVP-Netflix card promised a night to remember, and while it might have broken viewership records, it seems like not all viewers walked away happy. Reports have been circulating that Jake Paul walked away with a $40 million purse, but many are questioning if the fight was more about dollars than competitive boxing. The event did deliver some thrilling moments, like the rematch between Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano, but once the headliner entered the spotlight, things took a different turn. It left fans wondering—was this really the legacy Jake Paul had been talking about?
Oscar De La Hoya didn’t hold back when discussing the fight. **“Mike Tyson versus Jake Paul was by its nature a horrible fight,”** he stated bluntly. He even recalled how Tyson almost tripped during his walk-in, adding an unintentional comic note to an otherwise hyped-up affair. De La Hoya questioned how anyone could expect to see a prime Mike Tyson on November 15, which is part of why so many now believe the fight might have been staged.
**“Now, everyone is talking about how staged this fight was,”** said De La Hoya. He pointed out what many others had—something about the fight seemed off. Given his extensive experience in the ring, De La Hoya suggested it was easy for him to spot the inconsistencies, even stating that it looked scripted. His skepticism wasn’t just directed at the fight itself, but also the intentions behind it. What was Jake Paul really aiming for?
The fight officially entered the records for both Tyson and Paul, receiving sanction as a professional bout. But De La Hoya didn’t seem convinced it was worth much in terms of legacy. **“So Jake Paul paid to get the ‘W’ on his record for what? For your own personal satisfaction?”** He questioned Jake Paul’s motivations, especially given Paul’s stated goal of becoming a world champion. De La Hoya took a jab at Paul’s pattern of facing off against opponents who are no longer in their prime. If Paul wants to keep challenging older fighters, **“What’s next, a match with President Joe Biden?”** he joked.
While the fight may have attracted a large audience and given both fighters a healthy payday, it’s clear it hasn’t convinced everyone—especially not Oscar De La Hoya. If Jake Paul truly wants to build a serious legacy in the sport, it seems like he may have to shift his focus to more challenging opponents and matches that reflect a genuine competitive spirit rather than just a financial one.
