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Mike Tyson Agrees To Fight Roy Jones Jr. In September
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:38 pm
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:38 pm
Couple of old guys...
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Boxing legend Mike Tyson has reportedly agreed to fight Roy Jones Jr. on Sept. 12 in an 8-round exhibition that will be broadcast on Pay-Per-View and the social media platform Triller.
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Widely considered one of the greatest heavyweights of all time, Tyson won his first 19 professional fights by knockout, 12 of them in the first round. In November of 1986, 20-year-old Iron Mike beat Trevor Berbick to become the youngest world champion in boxing history. He held the belt until 1990, when he lost to underdog Buster Douglas, in what many pundits view as one of the most shocking upsets in the annals of sports. In 1992, Tyson was convicted of rape and sentenced to six years in prison. He was released on parole after serving three years. Tyson has been hinting at a comeback for months. "I've been working out, I've been trying to get in the ring, I think I'm going to box some exhibitions and get in shape," Tyson told rapper T.I. during an Instagram Live session in early May. "I want to go to the gym and get in shape to be able to box three or four-round exhibitions for some charities and stuff." The buzz and excitement on social media were immediate. "Can't believe, this is another level," UFC lightweight champion Khabib Nurmagomedov said after seeing the video. Per Iole's report, Andy Foster, the executive director of the California State Athletic Commission, confirmed that Tyson has put a hold on the Sept. 12 date and that he met with Tyson and Jones via Zoom recently.
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UFC president Dana White has said he does not want to see the aging Tyson re-enter the ring, even if it's an exhibition fight. "I love Mike Tyson, I'm begging him not to go fight," White said during a podcast appearance back in May. "I said, 'you look awesome, you're still explosive, you're obviously still powerful, you're one of the all-time greats.' ... If it comes down to where he is about to do something crazy, I might have to jump in and figure out something for him not to do it."
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Tyson hasn't fought professionally since 2005 when he was embarrassed in a loss to journeyman Kevin McBride.
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"I had no intention of going back and fighting again, but, for the sake of Mike Tyson, I agree to make an exception," Jones told Sports.Ru. "For me, this is an opportunity that I cannot refuse.
This post was edited on 7/23/20 at 2:40 pm
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Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:40 pm to goofball
Sounds like a lot of money to be made.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:42 pm to goofball
i believe tyson will kill jones
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:44 pm to goofball
I'm actually pretty hyped about this. A trip down boxing nostalgia lane.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:46 pm to goofball
Mike is probably badder now than he was in 2002-2005
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:48 pm to MorbidTheClown
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believe tyson will kill jones
No clue what kind of shape roy is in. But he is one of the most underrated boxers ever.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:49 pm to oleyeller
Jones was one of my favorite boxers to watch when I was growing up. We never missed a fight when he was in his prime
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:53 pm to oleyeller
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No clue what kind of shape roy is in. But he is one of the most underrated boxers ever.
Roy was fighting as recently as 18 months ago in official fights. I think he has fought 12 times or so since 2010.
Tyson hasn't fought since 2005.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:55 pm to goofball
I'm old and I'd whip your candy arse
Posted on 7/23/20 at 2:55 pm to goofball
Mike Tyson’s hands now combined with old man strength? Dayum
Posted on 7/23/20 at 3:25 pm to goofball
I will pay for and enjoy this..
Posted on 7/23/20 at 3:28 pm to goofball
Roy Jones is the best boxer that I have ever seen, but he could Legit get hurt if Mike decides to hit him hard.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 3:30 pm to goofball
I am taking 2-1 odds on Iron Mike.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 3:32 pm to oleyeller
My money's on Roy Jones Jr. He was a muuuuuch better boxer. And he's three years younger...
Posted on 7/23/20 at 3:35 pm to goofball
I think it all depends on if RJJ can stay away from Tyson's inside game. If Tyson lands one of those famous inside uppercuts its lights out for RJJ... However, if RJJ can box him instead of fighting him then RJJ wins easily.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 3:35 pm to OutOfNames
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And he's three years younger...
That's all?
I would have assumed more.
It's an awesome idea, but I like both boxers.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 3:35 pm to MorbidTheClown
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i believe tyson will kill jones
Wouldn't he have to hit him first?
I was all for Mike making a comeback, but not with this stupid shite.
I was hoping for 4 fights. Each progressively more challenging.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 3:39 pm to Langland
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I was hoping for 4 fights. Each progressively more challenging.
Agree... I think Mike needs the $$$$ pretty bad right now.
Posted on 7/23/20 at 3:40 pm to JDPndahizzy
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Agree... I think Mike needs the $$$$ pretty bad right now.
Being on a Mystery Team doesn't pay like it used to.
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