WBC interim super middleweight champion David Benavidez made a significant statement following Mike Tyson's recent performance against Jake Paul. This fight, which generated substantial revenue but was widely regarded as one of the most lackluster in recent memory, sparked a lot of discussion.

Key Highlights of the Fight

The fight became the first live sporting event to be broadcasted via Netflix and achieved remarkable viewership, becoming the most watched event in the history of the sport. It also doubled the previous $9 million box office record set by Canelo Alvarez, with an impressive $18 million in ticket sales. However, the broadcast faced issues due to the high global demand for the event.Another negative aspect was the transmission failure, which led to a class action lawsuit against Netflix for breach of contract.

Benavidez's Perspective on the Fight

Benavidez, one of the most prominent rising boxers today, acknowledged certain aspects of the fight but expressed his view that he had already seen everything from Mike Tyson. In reference to the 58-year-old Tyson fighting against a rival twice his age, he said, "To be honest with you, I think it was a good fight, good participation, but I don’t want to see Mike Tyson fight ever again." He added, "I hope he hangs up his gloves. I think it was a good show, but it’s time to retire."

Reasons for Tyson's Acceptance

Regarding why Tyson accepted a fight that ended up making him look bad in the ring and potentially tarnishing his legacy as one of the greatest heavyweight legends, Benavidez had this to say: "At the end of the day, you’re your own man. If you take the fight, you sign the contract and that’s your business."

Possible Fight with Jake Paul

Finally, 'Red Flag' spoke about a potential fight against Jake Paul. The victory over Tyson allowed the YouTuber to receive challenges from important fighters today. Benavidez said, "If Jake had tried to hurt Mike Tyson, maybe I would challenge him, but… [Tyson] went in there, got a good paycheck, he deserves it." He also emphasized that a 60-year-old Mike Tyson is a different entity.