Instead of the scripted knockout, Paul showcased his prowess by outmaneuvering the boxing veteran over eight rounds, demonstrating the critical impact of their significant age difference.
Prior to the match, a purported script leaked on social media detailed how the fight would allegedly proceed, claiming Paul would secure a knockout in round five, alongside detailed descriptions of each round’s action.
Contrary to these predictions, the actual fight saw Paul methodically dominate through tactical movement and strategic pacing, without ever nearing the prophesied knockout scenario.
Detailed Round-by-Round Comparison
In the opening rounds, the script suggested an aggressive Tyson displaying his historic fighting style, while Paul was to use his youth to maintain distance and land quick combinations.
In reality, Tyson did attempt to assert pressure, but Paul’s mobility allowed him to manage the ring effectively, landing significant strikes without being cornered.
As the fight progressed, each round deviated further from the script’s narrative.
By the third round, the script described Paul gaining confidence and Tyson beginning to falter, which aligned somewhat with reality—Paul landed a series of punches that visibly shook Tyson, though not to the dramatic extent the script suggested.
Climactic Moments and Decision
The scripted climax in the fifth round depicted a dramatic knockout by Paul. Instead, the real fight continued past this point without such decisive action. Paul continued to employ a cautious strategy, focusing on scoring points rather than pursuing a knockout.
The actual fight’s later rounds involved less engagement from Tyson, with Paul controlling the pace and using his jab effectively, leading to a unanimous decision victory.
