Mike Tyson, the legendary former undisputed heavyweight boxing champion, is reportedly in advanced discussions for a remarkable comeback fight…
This time, the 57-year-old icon is eyeing a lucrative bout in Saudi Arabia against none other than mixed martial arts (MMA) heavyweight legend, Fedor Emelianenko!
Tyson, who last stepped into the ring for an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020, seems to be contemplating a return to the ring.
Despite retiring from professional boxing in 2005 following a defeat to Kevin McBride, Tyson’s recent training footage suggests he’s in formidable shape for a potential return.
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Tyson recently hinted at the possibility of returning to the ring in an interview with TMZ:
I could be persuaded [to fight again]. I don’t know.
When I see the money people for the end of the product, my mind works clearer.
I can’t express myself right now financially.
Emelianenko, who was appointed as a staff member of Russia’s Council of Physical Fitness & Sports by Vladimir Putin in 2012, ended his illustrious career in February last year after a defeat to Ryan Bader in Bellator.
However, in a recent update, Tyson’s representatives have denied any ongoing negotiations for a fight with Emelianenko.
A statement to SunSport from one of Tyson’s reps clarified:
Mr. Tyson has not spoken to anyone in his camp.
He is not interested in doing a fight with him now or in the future.
