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KATIE TAYLOR was branded a “CHEAT” before a bloodied Amanda Serrano levelled her own accusations in Texas.Taylor controversially retained her undisputed light-welterweight title with a unanimous decision victory on the Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson undercard.Katie Taylor has been branded a ‘cheat’ by Amanda Serrano’s cornerCredit: GettySerrano suffered a horror cut in the epic rematchThe pair renewed their rivalry on the undercard of Mike Tyson’s clash with Jake PaulCredit: GettyAll three judges scored the fight 95-94 for Taylor – despite the Pride of Ireland suffering a point deduction.The crowd at the AT&T Stadium in Texas booed at the result, with Serrano having suffered a gruesome cut at the end of the fourth round, which turned the fight.A clash of heads again in round six split that cut open further and the referee called the ringside doctor to check it out, as blood poured down the Puerto Rican’s face.Taylor, 38, honed in on the cut, grinding against it in the clinch and targeting left hooks in virtually every combination. READ MORE BOXING NEWSSerrano’s corner branded Taylor a “cheat” during the contest as the champion kept pressing.Not long after, Taylor was docked a point for incessantly butting with Serrano’s left eye.And Serrano, 36, herself suggested Taylor had done the same against Chantelle Cameron.The South American star said: “I knew the judges would be shady, I went up three divisions and dared to be great.Most read in BoxingFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSPunch stats showed Serrano landed far more than her rival”She headbutts in every fight, she does it in other fights. I am a champion, I am happy and super-grateful to be here.”Serrano landed an incredible 324 punches – compared to her opponent’s 217.Jake Paul beats Mike Tyson in unanimous decision as crowd boo fightAt an average of 33 per round, CompuBox said it was the most by a female fighter since records began.And many thought her victory was sealed when Taylor was deducted a point for seemingly headbutting a bloodied Serrano’s cut above her eye.Serrano later tweeted from her changing room: “To my fans I’m going to always give it everything I have.”I’m a ruthless warrior and Katie is my buddy but Damn her best attribute is her head.”No punching power but hard head.”Serrano battled through to make it to the final bell, but the judges felt Taylor was still the better woman.Serrano suffered a huge cut above her right eyebrow thanks to a series of headbutts from TayloReferee Jon Schorle eventually ducked a point from Taylor for repeatedly leading with her headDuring the fight, Netflix commentator said the controversy around her win will “be an asterisk on Katie Taylor’s legacy”.On the controversy, Taylor said: “She’s a tough warrior and a big puncher, I don’t care if people disagree with the result, it’s only the judges who matter.”I didn’t agree with the point deduction, sometimes it just gets rough in there.”It was a rematch of their historic Madison Square Garden bust-up in 2022, which saw the Bray bruiser win via a split decision.Paul was booed as he was driven to the ring in a custom green ChevvyThe main event failed to live up to the hypeElsewhere, it was a night full of boos as fans were left utterly disappointed with Jake Paul’s unanimous victory over Mike Tyson.Paul dominated his 58-year-old opponent with very few punches landed in an extremely underwhelming Netflix affair.Iron Mike was lumbering around the ring, could barely keep his gumshield in and had nothing to offer as he looked completely shattered.Just four punches were landed between them in the fifth roundThe 27-year-old came to the ring first amid a chorus of jeers, driven in a customised green Chevvy car alongside his brother Logan, with a pigeon in a cage, as In The Air Tonight played over the speakers.Meanwhile, the chaos continued after the main event as Taylor’s promoter Eddie Hearn was refused entry into the press room.Hearn is feuding with Paul as the pair are locked in a $100million lawsuit and will go head to head in front of a US judge next week.READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Matchroom chief sued the Problem Child over comments about boxing judge Glenn Feldman.But Hearn finally made his way in after threatening that Taylor wouldn’t be in the press conference either.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson round-by-roundMIKE TYSON’s long-awaited return to the ring didn’t have the fairytale ending fight fans dreamed of.SunSport’s boxing expert Wally Downes Jr recaps one of the drabbest and most forgettable nights in boxing history.And he didn’t hold back, issuing a scathing assessment of social media sensation Jake Paul.Round OnePaul says “I love you, Mike” just before the opening bell sounds. He quickly runs away and holds the boxing legend.Tyson draws a big reaction from the crowd as he lands a jab and a good right hand.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound TwoPaul ran away in the opener and held – just like we thought he would.Tommy Fury had it first and now Mike Tyson. It’s clever because Tyson will tire. Paul tags Tyson’s body with a straight right.Tyson looks spent now. 180 seconds in and the fight looks over.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound ThreeThe legend cannot even keep his gumshield in. As expected it’s a waste of time. Paul has run away until the 58-year-old has tired.Shooting ducks in a barrel now. Tyson might get hurt here. Paul lands a couple of clumsy shots and Tyson wobbles backwards.Tragic after three.Verdict: 10-9 PaulRound FourThis is proper rubbish. The crowd are bored and boos are being heard.This is just two tired big lumps going at it.  One a legend, one a promoter.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound FivePaul jabs the body and aims right for the head and another one-two clips the icon.Tyson cannot keep his mouthpiece in, he is gasping for air. Paul lands a left hook but then so does Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SixThank God these weren’t three-minute rounds. We are getting about four punches per round.Tyson is gasping in the air but replays show a left hook did graze Paul’s beard.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SevenTyson slips a jab and tries an uppercut. The commentator admits it has been a “sad” spectacle.The AT&T stadium has been utterly stunk out. Paul is looking just as tired as Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound EightGo back to YouTube, Jake. You’re an excellent conman. But you’ve never been a boxer.The Judges decide: 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73. I’m glad Tyson gets paid and has stayed safe.But what a laughable performance from Paul to add to his stinker with Tommy Fury.Verdict 10-9 PaulSunSport’s final scorecard – 78-74 for Jake PaulClick to read the full round-by-round breakdown. More

JUTTA LEERDAM stole the show as her partner Jake Paul took on Mike Tyson.Paul defeated the boxing icon at the AT&T Stadium by a unanimous decision.Jutta Leerdam stole the show during Jake Paul’s fight against Mike TysonCredit: Instagram / jakepaulJutta is the girlfriend of PaulCredit: XShe accompanied him to the ring before the fightCredit: GettyShe gave him a congratulatory kiss after he won the fightCredit: ReutersMany fans were left unimpressed with the bout as boos could be heard throughout.However, there were none directed at Jutta, who stunned in a revealing slit dress.She was seen arriving at the Dallas Cowboys’ stadium on Paul’s arm.She shone in her glittering dress that left little to the imagination.READ MORE ON BOXINGJutta also shared a video of her outfit before leaving for the fight on Instagram.In the post she could be seen with Paul hugging and kissing as they also posed for the camera.Fans filled the comment section with praise for her stunning outfit.One posted: “Such a beautiful woman.”Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA second wrote: “You’re looking fire.”A third commented: “You look so good.”Jake Paul’s girlfriend Jutta Leerdam steals the show in revealing slit dress for Mike Tyson fightPaul vs Tyson shocking punch statsTHE punch stats from Mike Tyson’s defeat to Jake Paul made for “sad” reading.Veteran Iron Mike, 58, started strongly enough in his Netflix boxing fight with the former YouTuber.But he simply ran out of gas within the first few minutes of the eight-round contest.In the 16 minutes of action, the former undisputed heavyweight world champion landed just 18 punches – averaging just 2.25 successful hits per round.In total, he only attempted 97, meaning he made contact with just 18 per cent.By comparison, Paul, 27, threw a whopping 278 punches – nearly 200 more than his ageing opponent – but still only landed 78 for a success rate of 28 per cent despite his opponent barely moving.His most explosive round came in the third when the victorious Problem Child attempted 44 punches and connected with 16 of them.However, a woeful fifth round saw just four punches landed between the pair as the quality failed to live up to the hype and Paul refused to go for the knockout.A fourth said: “Very pretty.”Another added: “You looked amazing tonight.”Jutta accompanied Paul to the ring before the fight and was also spotted giving him a kiss after his win.She has found fame of her own in the sporting world and is one of the biggest speed skating stars.The Dutch skater has won multiple titles and won silver at the Beijing Winter Olympic Games in 2022.It was confirmed that she was in a relationship with Paul in April 2023.The two found each other on Instagram and started chatting before arranging to meet up.Jake wined and dined Jutta in Miami, and their romance blossomed from there.The evening in Arlington was full of controversy from start to finish.One undercard fight saw Indian boxer Neeraj Goyat dry-hump Whindersson Nunes.Paul was booed throughout the evening from his ringwalk to his performance against Tyson.Viewers also had issues with Netflix’s live stream of the event due to technical difficulties.READ MORE SUN STORIESAfter the fight, Paul claimed that he opted not to knock out Tyson ‘on purpose’.Tyson is keen to continue fighting and even challenged Paul’s brother Logan after the fight.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson round-by-roundMIKE TYSON’s long-awaited return to the ring didn’t have the fairytale ending fight fans dreamed of.SunSport’s boxing expert Wally Downes Jr recaps one of the drabbest and most forgettable nights in boxing history.And he didn’t hold back, issuing a scathing assessment of social media sensation Jake Paul.Round OnePaul says “I love you, Mike” just before the opening bell sounds. He quickly runs away and holds the boxing legend.Tyson draws a big reaction from the crowd as he lands a jab and a good right hand.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound TwoPaul ran away in the opener and held – just like we thought he would.Tommy Fury had it first and now Mike Tyson. It’s clever because Tyson will tire. Paul tags Tyson’s body with a straight right.Tyson looks spent now. 180 seconds in and the fight looks over.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound ThreeThe legend cannot even keep his gumshield in. As expected it’s a waste of time. Paul has run away until the 58-year-old has tired.Shooting ducks in a barrel now. Tyson might get hurt here. Paul lands a couple of clumsy shots and Tyson wobbles backwards.Tragic after three.Verdict: 10-9 PaulRound FourThis is proper rubbish. The crowd are bored and boos are being heard.This is just two tired big lumps going at it.  One a legend, one a promoter.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound FivePaul jabs the body and aims right for the head and another one-two clips the icon.Tyson cannot keep his mouthpiece in, he is gasping for air. Paul lands a left hook but then so does Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SixThank God these weren’t three-minute rounds. We are getting about four punches per round.Tyson is gasping in the air but replays show a left hook did graze Paul’s beard.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SevenTyson slips a jab and tries an uppercut. The commentator admits it has been a “sad” spectacle.The AT&T stadium has been utterly stunk out. Paul is looking just as tired as Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound EightGo back to YouTube, Jake. You’re an excellent conman. But you’ve never been a boxer.The Judges decide: 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73. I’m glad Tyson gets paid and has stayed safe.But what a laughable performance from Paul to add to his stinker with Tommy Fury.Verdict 10-9 PaulSunSport’s final scorecard – 78-74 for Jake PaulClick to read the full round-by-round breakdown. More

EDDIE HEARN was told he was not welcome at Katie Taylor’s press conference amid his legal spat with Jake Paul.But he managed to get up on stage after the Bray bruiser’s manager threatened to walk out and boycott the chat with the media.Eddie Hearn was initially refused entry into Katie Taylor’s press conferenceCredit: TwitterHer manager Brian Peters stepped in to sort it outCredit: TwitterHearn eventually made his way on to the stageCredit: SunSportThe Matchroom boss jumped around and punched his fists in delightCredit: SunSportTaylor, 38, and Amanda Serrano, 36, put on another blockbuster bout in the final fight of the Paul vs Mike Tyson undercard in Texas.The ten-round belter – a thrilling rematch of their 2022 classic – saw both women end up covered in blood.But just like at Madison Square Garden, Taylor got the result with the judges – this time with a unanimous decision despite being docked a point for headbutting her opponent. However, that call sparked plenty of controversy.READ MORE ON KATIE TAYLORFirstly, many fans accused the fight of being “rigged” and even the commentator suggested the result would “be an asterisk on Taylor’s legacy”.But secondly, it prompted a wild reaction from Hearn inside the ring as SunSport video footage captured him jumping up and celebrating when his star retained her WBA, WBC, IBF, WBO, IBO, and The Ring female light-welterweight world titles.Following the main event – which saw Paul easily defeat an ageing Tyson – the stars were called in to press.Hearn, though, was initially stopped from joining Taylor at the table – as he battles Paul in court. Most read in BoxingHearn and Paul are locked in a $100million lawsuit and will go head to head in front of a US judge next month after the Matchroom chief sued the Problem Child over comments about boxing judge Glenn Feldman. A video from behind the scenes at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington posted online showed Hearn being denied entry.Katie Taylor controversial beats Amanda Serrano in rematch on Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul card as fans rage at decision Hearn can be seen telling someone off camera: “Okay then, we’ll leave it [the press conference],” as a bemused Taylor started walking off. He then told one of Taylor’s team that “they just want the fighter” for the presser.But manager Brian Peters was having none of it, hitting back: “Are you joking? Are you out of your mind?”Everyone else gets three people up. Don’t be acting.”Three people go up or not at all. Come on, big boy, make your decision now.”Hearn interjected: “It’s fine, don’t worry, we’ll leave it.”But Peters continued: “Come on, three go up or not at all.”Your call. Very simple. Make it, come on big boy.”The unknown male tried to suggest Taylor did the press conference on her own but that did not cut it – as Peters insisted: “No.Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson round-by-roundMIKE TYSON’s long-awaited return to the ring didn’t have the fairytale ending fight fans dreamed of.SunSport’s boxing expert Wally Downes Jr recaps one of the drabbest and most forgettable nights in boxing history.And he didn’t hold back, issuing a scathing assessment of social media sensation Jake Paul.Round OnePaul says “I love you, Mike” just before the opening bell sounds. He quickly runs away and holds the boxing legend.Tyson draws a big reaction from the crowd as he lands a jab and a good right hand.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound TwoPaul ran away in the opener and held – just like we thought he would.Tommy Fury had it first and now Mike Tyson. It’s clever because Tyson will tire. Paul tags Tyson’s body with a straight right.Tyson looks spent now. 180 seconds in and the fight looks over.Verdict: 10-9 TysonRound ThreeThe legend cannot even keep his gumshield in. As expected it’s a waste of time. Paul has run away until the 58-year-old has tired.Shooting ducks in a barrel now. Tyson might get hurt here. Paul lands a couple of clumsy shots and Tyson wobbles backwards.Tragic after three.Verdict: 10-9 PaulRound FourThis is proper rubbish. The crowd are bored and boos are being heard.This is just two tired big lumps going at it.  One a legend, one a promoter.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound FivePaul jabs the body and aims right for the head and another one-two clips the icon.Tyson cannot keep his mouthpiece in, he is gasping for air. Paul lands a left hook but then so does Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SixThank God these weren’t three-minute rounds. We are getting about four punches per round.Tyson is gasping in the air but replays show a left hook did graze Paul’s beard.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound SevenTyson slips a jab and tries an uppercut. The commentator admits it has been a “sad” spectacle.The AT&T stadium has been utterly stunk out. Paul is looking just as tired as Tyson.Verdict 10-9 PaulRound EightGo back to YouTube, Jake. You’re an excellent conman. But you’ve never been a boxer.The Judges decide: 80-72, 79-73 and 79-73. I’m glad Tyson gets paid and has stayed safe.But what a laughable performance from Paul to add to his stinker with Tommy Fury.Verdict 10-9 PaulSunSport’s final scorecard – 78-74 for Jake Paul”She’s going up with the two of us, that’s the way it’s going.”Hearn then slipped past the officials, said a polite hello to the gathered journalists, and took his seat alongside Taylor and her coach Ross Enamait. Explaining his behaviour in the ring, the promoter said: “If they would have won, they would have gone absolutely mental like me.”I went mental. I made an idiot out of myself. I said to the geezer, ‘If I offended anyone, I apologise.’ But that’s just what it meant to me.”And I’m never gonna not show that emotion because the journey we’ve been on has just been incredible and I wanted her to win so badly.”I worried, if it was close, if we would get the decision and also probably in the build-up, a lot of big fights going against us.”Israil Madrimov against Terence Crawford close, Bivol-Beterbiev close.”And it’s like, ‘When are we gonna get the rub of the green in one of these big fights?'”And I thought we deserved it, and we got it, and it was just sweet as a nut.”However, the antics did not go unnoticed by Paul’s team, who also look after the defeated Serrano.The Problem Child’s manager Nakisa Bidarian confronted Hearn in the ring and later added: “Look, we had a policy that no promoters were coming in the ring for this event.”There was probably a month of continuous emails through different parts of our team trying to get some extra credentials and to allow Eddie to be in the ring with Katie, but I never had heard it from Katie or Katie’s team.”He continued: “Katie said, ‘Yes, I would definitely love for Eddie to be in the ring.'”And immediately I said, ‘Absolutely no problem.’READ MORE SUN STORIES”How he conducted himself in the ring, that’s not how we conduct ourselves, but that’s okay.”He showed emotion. She won a very close fight. No problem. We move on.”Hearn and Peters convinced the official to let them pastCredit: SunSportTaylor retained her world titles in a thrilling bout with Amanda SerranoCredit: GettyHearn could not resist celebrating the victoryCredit: SportsfileHe gave it large to someone outside of the ringCredit: SunSportThat prompted a spat with Jake Paul’s manager Nakisa BidarianCredit: SportsfileHearn eventually took his seat alongside TaylorCredit: Getty More