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Mike Tyson has already called Floyda Mayweather before the fight – “he is very delusional”

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Mike Tyson has already called for “illusion” by Floyd Mayweather before their spectacular clash, which is set in the spring of 2026. The fight was confirmed by both icons and Will Marek Tyson, since he withdrew from the transition to Jake Paul in November last year.

With rubbish between the couple, which is to accelerate, it seems that “Iron Mike” has already landed the first glove when it comes to verbal sparrings. Tyson was brutally criticized by Mayweather Jr, 48, in May, after the bold claim of the latter, that he was better than tardy, great Muhammad Ali. In an interview with YouTube, Tyson quickly lay down on his American counterpart. “He is very delusional, he can’t listen. If he was near this Kingdom of the Great Ali, he would be able to take his children to school himself,” said Tyson. Continuing his Tyrada, he added: “He can’t take his children to school and says that he is great? Size did not lose himself from people, the size is accepted by people. He cannot take his children to school. He is a bit scared man … a very petite, scared man.”

Ali is the only warrior who won the linear heavyweight linear championship three times, and his heritage includes a legendary duel, such as “Rumble in the Jungle” against George Foreman.

During the interview with First Post, Mayweather confirmed his belief that he was a greater star of himself and Ali. “I feel that I did the same in sport as Ali,” he said. “It’s hard for a guy like me, still edged at the age of 38. No respect for Ali, but I feel that I am the best. Ali lost in his career with Leon Spinks. He lost other fights and is still known as the greatest.”

Mayweather disconnected his gloves in 2017, an undefeated professional 50-0 record after defeating the former double validity UFC master Conor McGregor Crossover in the clash. The fighter called “money”, thanks to his 297 million net pounds, conquered several main names over the years, including Manny Pacquiao, Canelo Alvarez, Shane Mosley, Ricky Hatton and Oscar de la Hoya. Despite his retirement, Mayweather could not stay away from a square circle and in the last few years he was involved in several exhibition fights.

Tyson, who is also considered one of the greatest fighters of all time, took over the championship in ponderous weight against Trevor Berbick in 1986 at the age of only 20. He ended his career in 2005 after losing to Kevin McBride.

However, the 59-year-old stunned the boxing world last year after the announcement of his return, accepting YouTuber, which was Paul’s fields. Tyson, however, was not able to turn back the years of the fight because he lost points.

The amazing reports of the meeting between Tyson and Mayweather were confirmed by both last week. Tyson said TMZ: “This fight is not something that neither the world, nor never thought it would happen. I still can’t believe that Floyd wants to do it. It will be harmful to his health, but he wants to do it, so he is signed and happens and happens.”

However, Mayweather remains extremely confident about taking Tyson. “I have been doing it for 30 years and there was not a single warrior who can destroy my heritage,” he said.

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Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven – results and report after the fight

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Oleksandr Usyk fought for 11 rounds with Rico Verhoeven. Photo credit: Matchroom Boxing/Mark Robinson

Oleksandr Usyk defended his world title in Riyad, defeating kickboxing icon Rico Verhoeven in the 11th round.

Verhoeven turned out to be a much tougher test for Usyk than many expected.

From the first bell, the Dutchman proved to be a problem, firing two tidy shots – one from above straight into the champion’s jaw, and the other a nasty shot to the body.

To the surprise of many, Verhoeven dominated most of the fight, with many viewers scoring just two or three rounds in favor of the Ukrainian.

Not only was Verhoeven in control, but he appeared to have hurt Usyk on numerous occasions, who looked nothing like the elusive champion we had become so accustomed to over the years.

Oleksandr Usyk fought for 11 rounds with Rico Verhoeven. Photo credit: Matchroom Boxing/Mark Robinson

Verhoeven went down in the 11th minute and went over the count before the referee led him to the corner to adjust his mouthpiece.

Ten seconds into the penultimate round, Usyk launched a brutal attack that injured Verhoeven, but he continued to fight. Nevertheless, the referee stepped in at 2:59 of the 11th round and called off the fight.

Many were outraged by the stoppage, with Derek Chisora ​​calling it a “assault” and Ryan Garcia believing the round was already over by the time the referee stepped in.

In an in-ring interview after his victory, Usyk admitted that his opponent was right.

Oleksandr Usyk defended his heavyweight crown against Rico Verhoeven. Photo credit: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing
Oleksandr Usyk defended his heavyweight crown against Rico Verhoeven. Photo credit: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing

“Thank you so much Rico, you are an amazing fighter; my team, I love you; you are the best.

“That fight was tough, it was a good fight; I was just boxing, me I threw a right uppercut and bam bam bam.”

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Oleksandr Usyk vs Rico Verhoeven – weigh-in results

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The fury ruined the chances of defeating Klitschko in Dusseldorf (Martin Meissner, AP)

Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven weighed in today before Saturday’s fight in front of the pyramids.

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Who is Rico Verhoeven? Meet Oleksandr Usyk’s next opponent

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Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven fight on the pyramids, photo: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing

History will be made on Saturday when Oleksandr Usyk defends his status as the best heavyweight in the world against Rico Verhoeven.

The Usyk vs Verhoeven fight is the contender’s second professional boxing fight. Here’s everything you need to know about it.

Verhoeven is nicknamed the “King of Kickboxing” and his professional kickboxing record is 54-10 with 16 stoppages along the way.

He was born in the Netherlands and made his professional debut at the age of only 16.

The Dutchman is widely considered one of the best, if not the best, kickboxers of all time. In 2014, he became the GLORY heavyweight champion of the world.

Oleksandr Usyk and Rico Verhoeven fight on the pyramids, photo: Mark Robinson/Matchroom Boxing

The 37-year-old dominated and defended the title for over a decade.

He is respected in the kickboxing world for his elite cardio skills, technical skills and fighting IQ, and is known to many for his celebrated rivalry with Badr Hari, a man he stopped twice in three years.

Verhoeven is 6 feet 5 inches and has a reach of 200 cm compared to his opponent Usyk who is 6 feet 3 inches and has a reach of 198 cm.

Despite challenging a man who is considered by many to be boxing’s number one, this will be only Verhoeven’s second professional boxing fight.

The only time he stepped into the squared circle was in 2014, before he won either of his kickboxing titles.

In Germany, he faced Janos Finfera 0:5 and made no mistake, stopping his opponent in the second round.

On Saturday in Egypt, Oleksandr Usyk will defend his world heavyweight title in a fight against Rico Verhoeven. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
On Saturday in Egypt, Oleksandr Usyk will defend his world heavyweight title in a fight against Rico Verhoeven. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

His fight with the Ukrainian will take place in front of ul Pyramids of Gizathe first spectacle in this sport, which should prove to be a historic spectacle.

The event was organized by Turki Alalshikh and The Ring Magazine and will be broadcast live on DAZN pay-per-view.

For the past decade, Verhoeven has worked with a highly respected boxing coach Piotr Furywhich helped develop his boxing skills into his kickboxing career.

On Saturday, Rico Verhoeven fights Oleksandr Usyk for the WBC heavyweight world title in Egypt. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
On Saturday, Rico Verhoeven fights Oleksandr Usyk for the WBC heavyweight world title in Egypt. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

Verhoeven and Fury have both talked about how beneficial it has been to focus solely on boxing for the past six months; was originally set to face Anthony Joshua.

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