March 7th 2024.
The promoter, Eddie Hearn, expressed his deep sorrow for the state of boxing as it was announced that the legendary heavyweight Mike Tyson would be stepping back into the ring to face off against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. Hearn, who is currently in Jeddah for another fight, couldn't hide his disappointment in seeing Tyson return to the sport he once dominated.
The fight, set to take place on July 20 at the AT&T Stadium in Texas, will be streamed live on Netflix. However, the details and rules of the bout are still shrouded in mystery. Hearn, a true boxing lover, couldn't help but feel sad about the whole situation. "I find it incredibly sad, but it's a big event, you can't deny that," he said in an interview with iFL TV.
But Hearn's love for boxing couldn't overshadow his feelings of disappointment and concern for the sport. "Is he 60 yet, Mike Tyson? 58? Something like that? One of the greatest fighters that ever lived," he added, showing his respect for the former champ. "But I'm one of a small percentage of absolute mad boxing lovers that it actually breaks my heart to see that."
He also acknowledged the power and reach of the platform that will be hosting the fight. "Obviously a very powerful platform, I'm sure it will be a huge event. Great platform, to see them doing live sport – like Amazon – it's fantastic. The more platforms the better," he said.
In another interview with Seconds Out, Hearn reiterated his feelings about the fight, saying, "You're asking the wrong guy, I'm a hardcore boxing fan, he's one of my heroes." He also expressed his sadness and disappointment in seeing Tyson return to the ring. "For someone that idolized the guy growing up, it's not the best day," he added.
When asked about the potential credibility of Jake Paul if he were to beat Tyson, Hearn didn't hold back in his response. "He's 58 years old," he stated bluntly. Hearn also shut down any comparisons between the Paul-Tyson fight and an upcoming bout between 45-year-old Manny Pacquiao and Conor Benn.
The news of this fight has sparked a lot of debates and discussions in the boxing world. Some are excited to see Tyson return to the ring, while others are concerned about the state of the sport and the potential outcome of the fight. Regardless, it is clear that this will be a big event that will draw a lot of attention and viewers.
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