Mike Tyson claims he still hasn't been paid in full for his comeback fight against Roy Jones Jr
3 years, 2 months ago

Mike Tyson claims he still hasn't been paid in full for his comeback fight against Roy Jones Jr

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson has claimed that he is still owed money from his comeback fight against Roy Jones Jr 14 months ago, describing the situation as 'really tricky'. The boxing icon returned to the ring for the first time in 15 years in November 2020, taking on fellow great Jones Jr in an eight-round exhibition bout promoted by Triller. Mike Tyson has claimed that he has not been paid in full for his exhibition bout 14 months ago When quizzed as to whether he had been paid on Nelk Boys' podcast, Tyson said via The Sun: 'Most of it, but there's still a bunch that's held up and I can't even say anything about this. Tyson, 55, returned to the ring in November 2020 to fight Roy Jones Jr on a Triller card Iron Mike earned around £7.4m for the bout with jones but said he hasn't been paid in full 'Every 12 to 13 months, boom, something is missing.

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Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul rematch? Legendary boxer faces $1.6mn lawsuit after being offered $700mn by Saudi Royal
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul rematch? Legendary boxer faces $1.6mn lawsuit after being offered $700mn by Saudi Royal

Live Mint  

Legendary boxer Mike Tyson is facing a $1.6mn lawsuit days for allegedly breaching an agreement with a gambling company, days after being reportedly offered a staggering $700mn by a Saudi Royal for a rematch with YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. The lawsuit on Tyson came after an United Kingdom-based Medier, a promotional company who promotes online casino and betting provider Rabona, accused …

Mike Tyson faces $1.6mn lawsuit days after Saudi Royal offered $700mn for Jake Paul rematch
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Mike Tyson faces $1.6mn lawsuit days after Saudi Royal offered $700mn for Jake Paul rematch

Hindustan Times  

Mike Tyson, who was reportedly offered $700 million from a Saudi Royal, is facing legal action for allegedly breaking a promotional agreement with a gambling corporation to fight YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. Mike Tyson reportedly offered $700 million if he agrees to fight Jake Paul. According to FTTV Boxing, Turki Alalshikh, the head of Saudi Arabia's General Entertainment Authority, offered the …

Mike Tyson’s viral moment earns him $125K offer to party in Vegas – Will he accept?
4 months ago

Mike Tyson’s viral moment earns him $125K offer to party in Vegas – Will he accept?

Live Mint  

Boxing legend Mike Tyson has been offered a lucrative deal to host a holiday party at Kings of Hustlers, one of the hottest male strip clubs in Las Vegas. The offer comes after Tyson’s viral moment during his fight on Netflix with Jake Paul, where his backside became the talk of the town. Tyson’s viral moment sparks interest The viral …

Evander Holyfield, 62, teases trilogy with Mike Tyson, 58, following Jake Paul fight - after telling Mail Sport he wouldn't rule out return to the ring
4 months, 1 week ago

Evander Holyfield, 62, teases trilogy with Mike Tyson, 58, following Jake Paul fight - after telling Mail Sport he wouldn't rule out return to the ring

Daily Mail  

They are now friends and could end up stepping inside the ring for one final time He faced Holyfield twice over 25 years ago, famously biting his rival's ear off Tyson was convincingly beaten by Paul in his return to the ring at the weekend Evander Holyfield, 62, has teased a trilogy with former rival Mike Tyson, 58, after the …

Mike Tyson should never step in a boxing ring again – but don’t hold your breath
4 months, 1 week ago

Mike Tyson should never step in a boxing ring again – but don’t hold your breath

The Independent  

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Muhammad Ali's daughter says boxing legend would have been 'mortified' about Tyson-Paul fight
4 months, 1 week ago

Muhammad Ali's daughter says boxing legend would have been 'mortified' about Tyson-Paul fight

Daily Mail  

The daughter of the late Muhammad Ali believes her father would have been 'mortified' to see what a 58-year-old Mike Tyson earned to lose to Jake Paul on Friday in Texas. Mike Tyson and Jake Paul exchange punches on Friday Rasheda Ali Walsh and her father, Muhammad Ali Ali's biggest purse came at the end of his career when he …

Mike Tyson set for boxing return at 58; to face 27-year-old Youtuber
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Mike Tyson set for boxing return at 58; to face 27-year-old Youtuber

Deccan Chronicle  

Los Angeles: Nearly 40 years after making his professional debut, and 19 years after being battered into retirement, a 58-year-old Mike Tyson will climb back into the ring on Friday for a Netflix-backed bout that has drawn widespread condemnation across the boxing world. That gory mid-air emergency has provided another piece of ammunition for the numerous critics who have condemned …

Mike Tyson returns to professional boxing 19 years after his last bout. There are neurological concerns for the 58-year-old
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Mike Tyson returns to professional boxing 19 years after his last bout. There are neurological concerns for the 58-year-old

CNN  

CNN — Mike Tyson steps into the ring. “That’s why when you talk about chronic neurological injuries in boxing, I personally feel that that’s the bigger problem.” Tyson burst onto the boxing scene in 1985 as an 18-year-old. For example, the New York State Athletic Commission’s medical standards manual lists numerous factors which can categorize boxers as “high-risk combatants” such …

Mike Tyson returns to professional boxing 19 years after his last bout. There are neurological concerns for the 58-year-old
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Mike Tyson returns to professional boxing 19 years after his last bout. There are neurological concerns for the 58-year-old

CNN  

CNN — Mike Tyson steps into the ring. “That’s why when you talk about chronic neurological injuries in boxing, I personally feel that that’s the bigger problem.” Tyson burst onto the boxing scene in 1985 as an 18-year-old. For example, the New York State Athletic Commission’s medical standards manual lists numerous factors which can categorize boxers as “high-risk combatants” such …

Mike Tyson says he feels ‘100%’ after plane health scare
10 months ago

Mike Tyson says he feels ‘100%’ after plane health scare

The Hindu  

Mike Tyson insisted on Tuesday he felt “100%” despite a recent health scare as he prepares for his July bout against YouTuber Jake Paul. The 57-year-old former world heavyweight champion reportedly needed medical treatment on Sunday after complaining of nausea and dizziness during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles. The incident came as Tyson prepares to make a controversial …

Mike Tyson will fight Jake Paul in sanctioned heavyweight bout
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Mike Tyson will fight Jake Paul in sanctioned heavyweight bout

The Hindu  

Former heavyweight boxing champion Mike Tyson’s July 20 fight against YouTube sensation Jake Paul in Dallas will be a sanctioned heavyweight professional bout, fighters and promoters announced on Monday. The fight will be over eight two-minute rounds with the result to count on the record of both Paul and Tyson, who lost his last official bout in 2005. “Mike Tyson …

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson rules finally revealed as ‘knockout’ decision is made
11 months ago

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson rules finally revealed as ‘knockout’ decision is made

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Mike Tyson, 57, shares footage of his 'EXPLOSIVE' workout as he ramps up his preparations for comeback fight against Jake Paul, 27, this summer
1 year ago

Mike Tyson, 57, shares footage of his 'EXPLOSIVE' workout as he ramps up his preparations for comeback fight against Jake Paul, 27, this summer

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson appears to be taking his comeback fight against Jake Paul very seriously after posting footage of an 'explosive' workout ahead of their summer clash. Mike Tyson has posted footage of himself slamming a medicine ball into the floor to work on his explosive power He repeated the exercise for just over 30 seconds to develop his cardio as …

Mike Tyson's troubled times: After being wheelchair-bound due to sciatica, struggling to overcome his cocaine addiction and being on the verge of dying... the boxing icon, 57, is returning against 27-
1 year ago

Mike Tyson's troubled times: After being wheelchair-bound due to sciatica, struggling to overcome his cocaine addiction and being on the verge of dying... the boxing icon, 57, is returning against 27-

Daily Mail  

The early chapters of Mike Tyson's life read like a rags-to-riches fairy tale. Now, Tyson is set to return to the ring at 57 years old to take on YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in what they are hoping will be confirmed as a sanctioned fight in Arlington Texas. Mike Tyson, 57, is set to return to the ring to face Jake …

Mike Tyson, 57, shows off his incredible power and fitness as he begins training camp ahead of fight with Jake Paul, the YouTube star 30 years his junior!: 'It's day one... the fun has just begun'
1 year ago

Mike Tyson, 57, shows off his incredible power and fitness as he begins training camp ahead of fight with Jake Paul, the YouTube star 30 years his junior!: 'It's day one... the fun has just begun'

Daily Mail  

Tyson last fought competitively in 2005 and was in an exhibition fight in 2020 It's been revealed that the high-profile fight in Dallas will not involve headguards Mike Tyson has shown off his incredible power and fitness at age 57, as he begins to train for his fight against Jake Paul, the YouTube star who's 30 years his junior. 'It's …

Mike Tyson to face Jake Paul in heavyweight boxing fight to be streamed on Netflix in July
1 year ago

Mike Tyson to face Jake Paul in heavyweight boxing fight to be streamed on Netflix in July

The Hindu  

Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson will face YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in a fight that will be streamed by Netflix on July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas, the home of the NFL’s Dallas Cowboys, promoters said on Thursday. “It’s a full circle moment that will be beyond thrilling to watch, as I started him on his boxing journey …

Mike Tyson to fight Jake Paul. Yes, an ex-heavyweight champ is boxing a YouTuber on Netflix
1 year ago

Mike Tyson to fight Jake Paul. Yes, an ex-heavyweight champ is boxing a YouTuber on Netflix

LA Times  

Referee Arthur Mercante points the way to the neutral corner for Mike Tyson, right, after he knocked down Steve Zouski in the third round at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, N.Y., on March 11, 1986. “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard,” Paul said in …

Man punched by Mike Tyson on plane demands $450,000. Lawyer says ex-champ won’t pay ‘shakedown’
1 year, 3 months ago

Man punched by Mike Tyson on plane demands $450,000. Lawyer says ex-champ won’t pay ‘shakedown’

LA Times  

An attorney representing Mike Tyson received a letter last week demanding $450,000 as a pre-litigation settlement involving an incident on a plane in 2022. Attorney Jake Jondle sent a letter last week on behalf of client Melvin Townsend III to Tyson attorney Alex Spiro asking for $450,000 “in an effort to resolve this matter prior to protracted litigation.” The letter …

Mike Tyson reveals attending Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury has made him consider a return to the ring
1 year, 11 months ago

Mike Tyson reveals attending Jake Paul vs Tommy Fury has made him consider a return to the ring

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson revealed that attending Jake Paul fight with Tommy Fury earlier this year has made him consider a return to boxing. Speaking on the Hotboxin' with Mike Tyson podcast alongside Ryan Garcia, the 56-year-old admitted that a return to active competition interests him particularly due to the limelight and attention a return would provide. Mike Tyson has revealed that …

Mike Tyson admits he was on MAGIC MUSHROOMS for his exhibition fight with Roy Jones Jr in 2020
2 years, 8 months ago

Mike Tyson admits he was on MAGIC MUSHROOMS for his exhibition fight with Roy Jones Jr in 2020

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson has admitted that he was on magic mushrooms during his exhibition fight with Roy Jones Jr in 2020, which left him unable to feel any of his opponent's punches. The boxing icon returned to the ring for the first time in 15 years in November 2020, taking on fellow great Jones Jr in an eight-round exhibition bout which …

Mike Tyson, 55, and Jake Paul, 25, 'are finalizing deal for an exhibition bout in Las Vegas'
3 years, 2 months ago

Mike Tyson, 55, and Jake Paul, 25, 'are finalizing deal for an exhibition bout in Las Vegas'

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are reportedly nearing a deal for an exhibition fight between the 55-year-old former heavyweight champion and 25-year-old YouTuber that could be generate nearly $50 million. Mike Tyson and Jake Paul are reportedly nearing a deal for an exhibition between the 55-year-old former heavyweight champion and 25-year-old YouTuber that could be generate nearly $50 million. The …

Mike Tyson claims he will fight Lennox Lewis in September
3 years, 11 months ago

Mike Tyson claims he will fight Lennox Lewis in September

The Independent  

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Mike Tyson's trilogy fight with Evander Holyfield is 'signed, sealed and delivered', says Zab Judah
4 years, 1 month ago

Mike Tyson's trilogy fight with Evander Holyfield is 'signed, sealed and delivered', says Zab Judah

Daily Mail  

A trilogy fight between Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield is 'signed, sealed and delivered', according to the former's close friend Zab Judah. Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield 's trilogy fight is said to be signed off, says Zab Judah Judah who is a close friend of Tyson claims the Dubai fight has been signed off The former two-weight champion told …

Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield are 'in talks over a £200m trilogy fight in Dubai'
4 years, 1 month ago

Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield are 'in talks over a £200m trilogy fight in Dubai'

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield are in talks over a £200million trilogy fight in Dubai, according to reports. Tyson, 54, made his long-awaited return to the ring in November, drawing with former four-weight world champion Roy Jones Jr, 52, in an exhibition clash watched by millions. Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield are in talks over a £200million trilogy fight in …

Evander Holyfield, 58, reveals he's 'talking' with Mike Tyson over trilogy fight
4 years, 2 months ago

Evander Holyfield, 58, reveals he's 'talking' with Mike Tyson over trilogy fight

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson may finally have a shot at redemption against Evander Holyfield, with the pair in talks over a trilogy fight despite their combined age of 112. Iron Mike made a shock comeback in 2020, coming out of retirement after 15 years for an exhibition bout with former four-weight champion Roy Jones Jr. Evander Holyfield is eyeing-up a trilogy bout …

Mike Tyson insists he will 'absolutely' fight again in 2021
4 years, 2 months ago

Mike Tyson insists he will 'absolutely' fight again in 2021

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson insists he will 'absolutely' be returning to the boxing ring in 2021 and that his exhibition comeback against Roy Jones Jr was not merely a one-off. Boxing legend Tyson, 54, made his shock return against Jones Jr in the November showdown in Los Angeles, and appeared to dominate the contest which was ultimately recorded as a draw. Mike …

Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr got 1.2million pay-per-view buys to become biggest boxing event of 2020
4 years, 3 months ago

Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr got 1.2million pay-per-view buys to become biggest boxing event of 2020

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson's highly-anticipated comeback against Roy Jones Jr was a massive commercial success with 1.2million pay-per-view buys. Roy Jones Jr and Mike Tyson put on the best selling boxing match of the year so far Even Deontay Wilder's rematch with Tyson Fury was eclipsed by the veterans on Saturday That number is inclusive of Triller, television platforms, satellite and online …

Evander Holyfield calls out Tyson to get back in the ring - Sports News - Sportstar
4 years, 3 months ago

Evander Holyfield calls out Tyson to get back in the ring - Sports News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Evander Holyfield called out Mike Tyson on Tuesday, saying it was time the two former undisputed heavyweight champions returned to the ring to cap their rivalry and settle legacies. Holyfield’s challenge comes after 54-year-old Tyson dominated Roy Jones Jr, 51, in an exhibition fight on Saturday in Los Angeles that was ruled a draw. Calling the bout with Jones Jr …

Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr: Things we learned from thrilling exhibition bout
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr: Things we learned from thrilling exhibition bout

Daily Mail  

It may have been 15 years since his most recent bout, but Mike Tyson showed glimpses of his destructive prime as the former heavyweight king made his boxing return in a lively exhibition with Roy Jones Jr. Mike Tyson showed glimpses of his destructive best on his boxing return against Roy Jones Jr Sportsmail looks at the things we learned …

Mike Tyson Wants More Over-50 Fights and He's Tough, Says Roy Jones Jr.
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson Wants More Over-50 Fights and He's Tough, Says Roy Jones Jr.

News 18  

Mike Tyson plans on fighting more exhibitions after a draw with Roy Jones Jr. on Saturday in his comeback at age 54 and Jones says he?ll be tough to beat. The showdown of former heavyweight champions saw Jones, 51, thinking he won the fight but impressed at the stamina and strength showed by Tyson. Even with rounds cut to two …

Mike Tyson returns to ring, draws in exhibition with Roy Jones
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson returns to ring, draws in exhibition with Roy Jones

India TV News  

Mike Tyson returns to ring, draws in exhibition with Roy Jones Mike Tyson showed glimpses of his destructive prime Saturday night during the 54-year-old boxing icon's return to the ring for a lively exhibition bout with 51-year-old Roy Jones Jr. Mike Tyson showed glimpses of his destructive prime Saturday night during the 54-year-old boxing icon's return to the ring for …

Mike Tyson returns to ring, draws in exhibition with Jones
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson returns to ring, draws in exhibition with Jones

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Mike Tyson stepped through the ropes in his signature black trunks and heard the opening bell in a boxing ring for the first time in 15 years. “I’ll look better in the next one.” Tyson showed glimpses of his destructive prime Saturday night during the 54-year-old boxing icon’s return to the ring against the 51-year-old Jones. We’ve …

Mike Tyson returns to ring, shows glimpses of destructive best in drawn exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson returns to ring, shows glimpses of destructive best in drawn exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr

Firstpost  

Both fighters had impressive moments during a fight that was unofficially ruled a draw by the WBC judges at ringside. Los Angeles: Mike Tyson showed glimpses of his destructive prime on Saturday night during the 54-year-old boxing icon’s return to the ring for a lively exhibition bout with 51-year-old Roy Jones Jr. Tyson tagged Jones with body shots and a …

Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones result: Legends’ exhibition fight ends in draw
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones result: Legends’ exhibition fight ends in draw

The Independent  

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Mike Tyson reveals plans to continue fighting following boxing return
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson reveals plans to continue fighting following boxing return

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson has revealed plans to continue fighting at the age of 54 after impressing in his highly-anticipated return in his draw with Roy Jones Jr in Los Angeles. 'Iron Mike' stepped in the ring for the first time in 15 years to take on fellow boxing great Jones Jr in an eight-round exhibition at the Staples Center. Mike Tyson …

Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr final score, result: Tyson, Jones play out a draw
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr final score, result: Tyson, Jones play out a draw

The Hindu  

Mike Tyson showed age has not robbed him of his power as the former heavyweight champion, in his long-awaited return to the ring, dominated Roy Jones Jr. in an exhibition fight on Saturday in Los Angeles that was surprisingly ruled a draw. I'm happy I got this under my belt to keep doing this and go further.” Tyson, 15 years …

Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr rules: Fight will have ‘no official winner’ as bizarre regulations set
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr rules: Fight will have ‘no official winner’ as bizarre regulations set

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Mike Tyson-Roy Jones Jr ‘exhibition’ clash has the potential to be a disaster of historic proportions
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson-Roy Jones Jr ‘exhibition’ clash has the potential to be a disaster of historic proportions

Firstpost  

The ‘exhibition bout’ taking place between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr on Sunday deserves a category all of its own: a blatant cash grab by two legends of the Sweet Science that has the potential to be a disaster of historic proportions. But the ‘exhibition bout’ taking place between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr on Sunday deserves a …

Commentary: Boxing has no socially redeeming qualities. I can’t believe how much I miss it
4 years, 4 months ago

Commentary: Boxing has no socially redeeming qualities. I can’t believe how much I miss it

LA Times  

Let’s start with the obvious. Sports Mike Tyson’s latest act in life begins with comeback fight against Roy Jones Jr. Mike Tyson, 54, rediscovered his passion for boxing during quarantine. There are more goodies in the weeks ahead, starting Saturday night at Staples Center, with the match the sports world has long awaited: Mike Tyson versus Roy Jones Jr.. Tyson …

Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. vow violence despite fight being billed as exhibition
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. vow violence despite fight being billed as exhibition

LA Times  

Mike Tyson, left, and Roy Jones Jr. have a staredown while separated by plexiglass after their weigh-in on Friday. Mike Tyson says he’s ready to disable Roy Jones Jr. when the former boxing champions meet Saturday night. Sports Mike Tyson’s latest act in life begins with comeback fight against Roy Jones Jr. Mike Tyson, 54, rediscovered his passion for boxing …

Mike Tyson’s latest act in life begins with comeback fight against Roy Jones Jr.
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson’s latest act in life begins with comeback fight against Roy Jones Jr.

LA Times  

Idle hands are the devil’s workshop — the saying can ring true especially during a pandemic. “I feared myself, because I wanted to live up to that fake image.” Tyson and Jones both insist their fight won’t be some sham or ballyhooed ballet peppering shots and looking busy. “When I’m on that stage, my subconscious hates that person,” said Tyson. …

Mike Tyson Says 'Kid' is Under Control as He Prepares for Roy Jones Jr Bout
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson Says 'Kid' is Under Control as He Prepares for Roy Jones Jr Bout

News 18  

Boxing great Mike Tyson says he has learned to protect that “kid always in me” as he prepares to return to the ring for an exhibition bout with Roy Jones Jr on Saturday. “Iron Mike”, speaking to boxing promoter Eddie Hearn on his BBC podcast “No Passion, No Point”, said he did not want to think about where he would …

Mike Tyson rips off shirt during interview to reveal 100 lb weight loss ahead of Roy Jones Jr. bout
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson rips off shirt during interview to reveal 100 lb weight loss ahead of Roy Jones Jr. bout

Daily Mail  

The battle between two legendary retired boxers: Mike Tyson, 54, and Roy Jones Jr, 51, is now just days away. A lot less Mike: Mike Tyson, 54, revealed he lost 100 lbs in preparation for his exhibition charity fight against fellow all-time boxing great Roy Jones Jr. Stripping down: During the interview, Tyson began to take off his t-shirt to …

Mike Tyson admits interest in facing 'brilliant' heavyweights in blockbuster exhibition bouts
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson admits interest in facing 'brilliant' heavyweights in blockbuster exhibition bouts

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson has sensationally admitted he would be open to the idea of facing three of boxing's heavyweight stars in a series of exhibition bouts for charity. Mike Tyson says he would be interested in taking on heavyweight stars in exhibition fights The 54-year-old may face off against the likes of Tyson Fury to raise money for charity Tyson was …

Mike Tyson displays his incredible body transformation
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson displays his incredible body transformation

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson has shown off his impressive physique ahead of his controversial return to the ring on November 28. Mike Tyson has shown off his impressive physique ahead of his return to the ring Tyson revealed earlier in the summer that he was six stone overweight following retirement The former heavyweight champion will be taking on Roy Jones Jr in …

Mike Tyson reveals his plans to 'fight all around the world'
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson reveals his plans to 'fight all around the world'

Daily Mail  

Mike Tyson insists his bout with Roy Jones Jr later in November could just be the first of many fights around the world as part of a stunning comeback. But although many have branded the former heavyweight champion's fight with Jones as an exhibition, Tyson insists his eight-round bout with the 51-year-old is more than that, claiming that with a …

Mike Tyson keen to fight old rival Evander Holyfield after Roy Jones Jr bout
4 years, 4 months ago

Mike Tyson keen to fight old rival Evander Holyfield after Roy Jones Jr bout

The Independent  

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Roy Jones and Mike Tyson hit back at Floyd Mayweather's claim that there's too many belts in boxing
4 years, 4 months ago

Roy Jones and Mike Tyson hit back at Floyd Mayweather's claim that there's too many belts in boxing

Daily Mail  

Boxing veterans Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr have hit back at Floyd Mayweather's claims that there are too many titles up for grabs in the sport of boxing. The legendary pair, who go head-to-head on November 28, will fight for a new WBC prize - the 'Frontline Battle Belt' - created specifically for them, a decision which has drawn …

Floyd Mayweather insists he will NEVER return to the boxing ring but admits he is open to exhibition
4 years, 4 months ago

Floyd Mayweather insists he will NEVER return to the boxing ring but admits he is open to exhibition

Daily Mail  

Floyd Mayweather has insisted that he will never fight against a professional boxer again, though the undefeated star admitted he is open to exhibition bouts with UFC stars. 'Money' retired from boxing in 2017 after taking his unblemished record to 50-0 with a win over UFC star Conor McGregor in a huge crossover bout that saw the 43-year-old rake in …

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