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The fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson has been postponed due to the boxing legend’s medical emergency

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Jake Paul and Mike Tyson’s fight has been postponed due to the heavyweight legend suffering a medical emergency on a weekend flight from Miami to Los Angeles. Most Valuable Promotions confirmed the postponement of the fight – scheduled for July 20 at the Dallas Cowbys AT&T Stadium in Arlington – due to a recurrence of Tyson’s ulcers, and a recent fight date will be confirmed next Friday.

“I want to thank my fans around the world for their support and understanding during this time. Unfortunately, due to the recurrence of the peptic ulcer, my doctor recommended that I reduce the intensity of my training for a few weeks to rest and regenerate,” Tyson said.

“My body is in better overall shape than it has been since the 1990s and I will be back to a full training schedule soon. Jake Paul, it may have bought you some time, but in the end you will still be knocked out and kicked out of boxing for good. I appreciate everyone’s patience and look forward to delivering an unforgettable performance later this year.”

“I fully support the postponement of the gala so that Mike Tyson has no excuses before fighting tonight,” added Jake Paul. “My fans know I don’t want to face Iron Mike at anything but his best, but make no mistake – when he steps in the ring with me, I’ll be ready to get my W and finish with a bang. The Paul-Tyson fight will be an unforgettable event for the ages and I promise I will give my all in this once-in-a-lifetime fight.”

Tyson’s medical episode occurred on Sunday aboard an American Airlines flight from Miami to Los Angeles, and upon arrival at LAX airport, the former heavyweight king was greeted by medical staff. The 57-year-old’s team, as well as rival Paul himself, dismissed the seriousness of the incident before the fight was postponed on Friday.

“Mike is expected to return to a full training schedule in the coming weeks and is looking forward to getting back into the ring. “MVP anticipates rescheduling the match to later this year at AT&T Stadium and we look forward to an electrifying and well-prepared competition between these two exceptional fighters. The recent fight date will be announced next Friday, June 7,” MVP said.

By the time Tyson and Paul finally step into the ring, the former will be 58, thirty years older than Paul, which caused concerns when the fight was first announced. The July 20 fight was also scheduled to be streamed live on Netflix.

Tyson last fought in November 2020 in an exhibition match against another boxing great, Roy Jones Jr. His fight with Paul was considered a professional fight, but Tyson’s last fight was a TKO loss to Kevin McBride in June 2005.

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Logan Paul leaves fans concerned as training material for his fight with Conor McGregor emerges

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Logan Paul’s boxing skills have been questioned after a video of his training was shared amid rumors he may be preparing to fight Conor McGregor. It was recently suggested that Paul and McGregor were talking about an exhibition boxing match in India hosted by the billionaire Ambani family.

The Irish player confirmed the reports on Twitter, and Paul further fueled the rumors by liking the news post and sharing clips of his training sessions.

In the eight-second video, filmed at the gym he shares with his younger brother Jake in Puerto Rico, Paul can be seen punching his arm during a seemingly delicate workout, but fans were unimpressed with his technique.

One commented: “He’s been doing this since 2017 and still doesn’t know how to throw punches correctly,” while another added: “I’ve seen guys throw better punches after one boxing session in their lives.”

Paul has yet to comment on claims that he will return to boxing to face McGregor, but he is currently under contract with WWE, where he is expected to play a larger role in 2025. However, he had already demonstrated his willingness to leave. from the company for fighting, after last year’s fight with Dillon Danis in an exhibition fight.

The world of combat sports was abuzz with speculation after a bogus account sparked rumors about a fight between Conor McGregor and Ilia Topuria. However, the story gained steam when McGregor and TheMacLife, run by respected journalist Oscar Willis, who is known to have a relationship with the Irishman, shared the news on social media.

McGregor himself clarified the situation, stating: “The rumors about the Topuria fight are false. I am making preliminary arrangements with the Ambani family to face Logan Paul at a boxing event in India. I agreed. I will then strive to return to the Octagon.”

Despite this announcement, McGregor’s MMA future remains uncertain as he has not had a fight scheduled as of 2021 and had to cancel his planned match against Michael Chandler due to a toe injury he suffered earlier this year.

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Lennox Lewis reveals how he would defeat Oleksandr Usyk

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Usyk beat Fury for a second time in Riyadh earlier this month Photo Credit: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions

Lennox Lewis believes he would beat Oleksandr Usyk. Photo: @usykaa Instagram
Lennox Lewis believes he would beat Oleksandr Usyk. Photo: @usykaa Instagram

Lennox Lewis insists he would have beaten Oleksandr Usyk at his best.

Usyk became the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lewis when he defeated Tyson Fury in May, and the Ukrainian became the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lewis in May, and the Ukrainian became the first undisputed heavyweight champion since Lewis when he defeated the “Gypsy King” revenge in Riyad earlier this month.

Lewis avenged the only two defeats in his record and scored remarkable victories over Mike Tyson, Evander Holyfield and Vitali Klitschko during his glittering career.

And “Lew” has no doubt that he would find a way to decipher the masterful Ukrainian.

“I would throw a good uppercut,” the 59-year-old said Fighting Hub TV.

Usyk defeated Fury for the second time in Riyad earlier this month Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions
Usyk defeated Fury for the second time in Riyad earlier this month Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions

“Because he’s vulnerable to a good uppercut and I throw an average uppercut, I’d still definitely fight that fight.

Usyk was called by Daniel Dubois for a rematch for the August 2023 fight, which “The Cat” won after a ninth-round stoppage.

A controversial fifth-round low blow formed the basis of Dubois’ argument for a rematch, and the Briton believes the victory should have been awarded to him by knockout, something he mentioned while storming the 37-year-old’s goal post-fight interview after his victory over Fury.

Lewis claims that if they had fought, he would have targeted Usyk’s body.

“Well, anyone who is sensitive to the body and anyone who says that usually goes away and works on the body,” he added.

“Let them think that I am defenseless in front of my body. I want them to think that.

“Now my body is challenging and if they hit my body, I will hit them at the same time.”

A second meeting with the 27-year-old would give Usyk a chance to become a two-time undisputed heavyweight champion, with “Dynamite” holding the IBF title he vacated.

Dubois attacked Usyk's post-fight interview, calling for a rematch. Photo: TNT Sports
Dubois attacked Usyk’s post-fight interview, calling for a rematch. Photo: TNT Sports

“Usyk, I want to take revenge,” Dubois said after Usyk’s victory over Fury.

“Good job tonight.

“I want revenge for the last robbery.”

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Zhilei Zhang content with the fight with Oleksandr Usyk

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Usyk beat Fury for a second time in Riyadh earlier this month Photo Credit: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions

Zhilei Zhang welcomed the fight with Oleksandr Usyk. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
Zhilei Zhang welcomed the fight with Oleksandr Usyk. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

Zhilei Zhang opened the door to a future fight with unified world heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk.

Zhang wants to secure a mandatory shot at Usyk’s WBC crown when he faces Agit Kabayel in the title fight interim title on February 22 in Riyadh.

Usyk defended his WBC, WBA ‘super’ and WBO belts with a unanimous decision victory over Tyson Fury in their rematch in Riyad earlier this month, and Zhang admits he is looking forward to facing the Ukrainian in what would be his maiden world title fight.

“If they want [to fight]Zhang said No seconds.

“If they want to see what it looks like, I’ll get in the ring.

Usyk defeated Fury for the second time in Riyad earlier this month Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions
Usyk defeated Fury for the second time in Riyad earlier this month Photo: Leigh Dawney/Queensberry Promotions

“NO [we haven’t fought] even among amateurs, because we are from two different weight categories, two different divisions.

But I hope to share a professional boxing ring with him and see what happens.”

In June, Zhang defeated Wilder in five rounds. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
In June, Zhang defeated Wilder in five rounds. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

The Chinese midfielder brutally stopped a fifth-round fight against former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder in June, bouncing back from his second professional loss to Joseph Parker three months earlier.

Kabayel is undefeated in 25 professional fights, coming off a seventh-round knockout of Frank Sanchez in May, and despite having a reputation as a powerful puncher, Zhang believes his skills will prove decisive.

“Power is something I try not to forget or emphasize in this training camp,” added the 41-year-old.

“Me and my coach Shaun [George] I worked at it all the time to forget about my power.

“I need this.

“It will happen, but I try to act skillfully [and] this time be better in terms of skill.

Zhang will face Kabayel on February 22 in Riyad. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing
Zhang will face Kabayel on February 22 in Riyad. Photo: Mark Robinson Matchroom Boxing

“He is adolescent, knowledgeable and hungry.

“He’s definitely making strides in trying to become one of the greats.

“If you talk about his last fight with Frank Sanchez, I think he did really well, but unfortunately I’m not Frank Sanchez and it’s tough to predict what will happen.”

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