Mike Tyson says he has “no regrets” about stepping into the ring “one last time” to face Jake Paul after admitting he “almost died” in June.

Tyson, 58, lost by unanimous decision to YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul after eight two-minute rounds in Texas, 19 years after his last professional fight, against Kevin McBride.

The former undisputed heavyweight champion of the world appeared to leave the door open for future fights when he spoke to the broadcaster about the fight. Netflix.

But he has since posted on

Tyson wrote: “It’s one of those situations where you lost but still won. I’m grateful for last night. No regrets getting in the ring one last time.

“I almost died in June. I had 8 blood transfusions. I lost half my blood and 25 pounds in the hospital and had to fight to get healthy again, so I won .

“Seeing my children see me face to face and finish 8 rounds with a talented fighter half my age in front of a packed Dallas Cowboy Stadium is an experience no man has the right to ask for. Thank you.”