Published 16:36 IST, August 10th 2020
Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr to be postponed until November 28: Reports
The Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr fight has reportedly been postponed to November 28. Tyson's first fight in 15 years was earlier scheduled for September 12.
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Mike Tyson's return to boxing after 15 years has been postponed until vember 28, according to reports. exhibition fight between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr was initially scheduled for September 12 at Dignity Health Sports Park in Carson, California. It was supposed to serve as main card of event also featuring a bout between former NBA star Nate Robinson and YouTuber Jake Paul.
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Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr postponed
According to Athletic, Mike Tyson's team opted to push exhibition match by two months in order to maximise revenue for Iron Mike's highly-anticipated return to ring. idea was pitched to Roy Jones Jr, who approved switch almost instantly.
Mike Tyson's last fight came in June 2005 when he lost to Kevin McBride in sixth round. While little was expected from his return to boxing, ' Bdest Man on Planet' stunned fans when he revealed photos of his epic transformation on social media. Since May this year, Tyson confirmed several times that he intends to get back in fighting shape for one or maybe two exhibition bouts. Tyson has been training with MMA coach Rafael Cordeiro for his return.
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Before Roy Jones Jr was confirmed as his opponent, several former and current stars were touted as potential opponents for Mike Tyson. Among m, his former foe Evander Holyfield emerged as favourite to fight Tyson. Holyfield is 2-0 up against Tyson and was reportedly interested in facing former world champ for third time. As of w, it is said Tyson vs Holyfield III is still in works.
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Coming to Roy Jones Jr, 51-year-old last stepped inside ring in February 2018, where he beat Scott Sigmon via unanimous decision. Jones' career peaked in late 2000s. former champ, however, has extended his fight career significantly, which suggests he might be in good shape to face Iron Mike. Jones is 66-9 in his career.
Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr. will still be brocast on Triller app. Touted as a rival of hugely popular, TikTok, Triller reportedly paid a whopping $50 million in order to acquire rights for fight.
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(Im Credits: Mike Tyson, Roy Jones Jr Instagram)
16:36 IST, August 10th 2020