Boxing promoter slams Mike Tyson for unretiring to fight Jake Paul

Boxing promoter slams Mike Tyson for unretiring to fight Jake Paul

The upcoming fight between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul has fans buzzing, but one boxing promoter has sharply criticized Iron Mike for accepting the challenge from a YouTuber-turned-boxer.

By Fernando Franco Puga

September 04, 2024 09:20PM EDT

Mike Tyson, 58, will fight Jake Paul next November
© JC Olivera/Getty ImagesMike Tyson, 58, will fight Jake Paul next November

The Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight is quickly approaching. While many fans are excited for the return of Iron Mike, one boxing promoter is upset with Tyson for coming out of retirement to face a YouTuber.

Widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers of all time, Mike Tyson had an extraordinary career, retiring in 2005 as the undisputed heavyweight champion and one of the main stars of this sport.

In 2020, Tyson made a comeback in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr., on the same night Jake Paul fought Nate Robinson. Impressed by Paul’s skills, Tyson later accepted the YouTuber’s challenge for a highly anticipated showdown.

Boxing promoter thinks Mike Tyson is wrong for fighting Jake Paul

Mike Tyson is set to make another boxing comeback this year. Four years after his draw against Roy Jones Jr., the 58-year-old legend will face Jake Paul, a YouTuber determined to make his mark in professional boxing.

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Paul had challenged Tyson a few years ago, but it wasn’t until this year that Iron Mike agreed. Originally scheduled for July, the fight was postponed to November due to health issues on Tyson’s side.

Despite being an exhibition match, the fight has generated massive fan anticipation. However, legendary boxing promoter Eddie Hearn has strongly criticized Tyson for accepting the challenge.

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