Kate Abdo’s ‘cringeworthy’ accent leaves fans baffled as she hosts Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight on Netflix
KATE ABDO left fans baffled with her “cringeworthy” accent during Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson.
The sports presenter was on duty for Netflix during the fight at the AT&T Stadium in Texas.
Abdo did turn heads with her outfit as he worked alongside Andre Ward and Cedric the Entertainer.
She wore a patterned corset without a bra for the fight.
But for some viewers they could not get past her accent during the broadcast.
The Manchester-born present appeared to drop her usual accent and sounded a lot more American.
However, for many, they were left cringing at hearing her speak during the coverage.
One fan posted: “Why is Kate Abdo putting on that American accent? It’s hilarious but cringeworthy.”
A second wrote: “Kate Abdo switching in-between an English & American accent is cringe.”
A third commented: “Kate Abdo putting on that ridiculous American accent for no reason on this coverage is doing my head in.”
However, some did enjoy Abdo’s accent change with one saying it was a highlight of the show.
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One said: “When you speak four languages fluently, you can use any accent you want.”
Another added: “Kate Abdo’s American accent was the best thing about this.”
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Netflix came under fire from viewers during the fight broadcast.
The streaming service struggled wth technical difficulties such as buffering and freezing.
Tyson left the chosen commentators baffled during the fight.
The boxing legend continuously bit into his gloves, which left broadcaster Roy Jones Jr confused.
Fans were left booing the final result as Paul was named the unanimous victor over Tyson.
After 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-round
MIKE 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 One
Paul 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 Tyson
Round Two
Paul 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 Tyson
Round Three
The 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 Paul
Round Four
This 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 Paul
Round Five
Paul 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 Paul
Round Six
Thank 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 Paul
Round Seven
Tyson 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 Paul
Round Eight
Go 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 Paul
SunSport’s final scorecard – 78-74 for Jake Paul
Click to read the full round-by-round breakdown.