Almost 3 months after agreeing to a fight with boxer Jake Paul (27 years old), Mike Tyson has revealed some health issues. The fight between the two fighters, with a 30-year age gap, has been controversial from the start.
The original fight was scheduled to take place on July 20. The event was expected to attract a lot of media and public attention. This is because after many years of retirement, Mike Tyson unexpectedly agreed to step back into the ring.
This is a real fight. The result will be based on the professional records of both fighters. This is not an exhibition match.
Mike Tyson is currently 57 years old (Photo: New York Post).
However, on a recent flight from Miami to Los Angeles, Mike Tyson experienced health issues. He felt dizzy, short of breath, nauseous, and needed medical attention on the flight. As a result, the fight scheduled for July 20 was postponed.
Information on the new date for the fight will be updated in June, once Tyson's health condition has improved.
In an official statement to his fans, Mike Tyson said: "I appreciate the support and understanding from the fans at this time. Due to an ulcer in my digestive tract, doctors advised me to train with less intensity for a few weeks, and to actively rest and recover.
Overall, I am in better shape than in the 1990s. I will soon return to training vigorously. I appreciate everyone's patience and want to deliver an unforgettable performance this year."
Mike Tyson and Jake Paul (Photo: New York Post).
The boxer also sent a humorous threat to his opponent in a recent statement: "Jake Paul, this incident gives you a little more time, but in the end, you will still be knocked out and won't want to return to the ring anymore."
Tyson has not competed professionally since 2005, following a loss to boxer Kevin McBride. In 2020, he had an exhibition match with boxer Roy Jones Jr., which ended in a draw.
If he does indeed step into the ring with Jake Paul, Mike Tyson could potentially earn a purse of up to tens of millions of USD, regardless of the outcome. The level of interest from the audience in this fight is expected to be quite high. Therefore, both fighters are almost certain to receive a substantial paycheck, just by showing up, stepping into the ring, and creating a sensational event.
It is evident that at his age, Mike Tyson is still very determined to seize money-making opportunities. Mike Tyson once declared bankruptcy in 2003, despite earning around 300 million USD from his boxing career.
As for Jake Paul, he started as a YouTube star before transitioning into a boxer.
Mike Tyson is currently facing health issues and financial pressures (Photo: New York Post).
Tyson is in his third marriage and has two young children to take care of - Milan (12 years old) and Morocco (9 years old).
Mike Tyson also has 4 adult children from previous relationships. The financial pressure on the 57-year-old boxer is not insignificant. In fact, at the end of June, he will turn 58.
In recent years, Mike Tyson has suffered from severe sciatica. At times, he had to use a wheelchair or a cane. Mike Tyson mentioned that the sciatica sometimes leaves him "without the strength to speak."
Mike Tyson retired from boxing in 2005 due to back issues. His life and career have made him a familiar figure in American popular culture.
Mike Tyson is actively seeking new opportunities in his work at almost 60 years old (Photo: New York Post).
In his boxing career, Mike Tyson achieved many remarkable accomplishments. However, he is also associated with controversies.
He served 3 years in prison for a rape conviction in 1992. Additionally, Tyson is always remembered for biting boxer Evander Holyfield's ear during a match in 1997.
Regarding Mike Tyson's current financial situation, he is estimated to have assets worth around 10 million USD. In February this year, he was in Turin (Italy) to shoot a new film.
At nearly 60 years old, Mike Tyson continues to seize every work opportunity and make money, as he still attracts the media and international public.
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