MIKE TYSON has been ‘offered’ £900,000 to rematch Peter McNeeley in the latest approach amid the heavyweight legend’s comeback.
Tyson is making a sensational return to the ring aged 53 and 15 years on since his last fight.
Mike Tyson has been offered £900,000 to rematch Peter McNeeleyCredit: Getty
He has already been offered rematches against Evander Holyfield – who is also making a comeback – as well as Brit Danny Williams.
But now 51-year-old Peter McNeeley, who has not fought since 2001, is the latest to try to call out Iron Mike.
McNeeley told Boxing Scene: “Mike Tyson, do you want me to try to wrap you in a cocoon of horror again?”
Tyson faced McNeeley in 1995, his first fight after coming out of a three year prison sentence having been convicted of rape.
His comeback bout grossed £79million worldwide and sold a then record 1.52m PPV’s, equating to £51m, after McNeeley spent much of the build up threatening to kick Tyson’s ass.
But Tyson may feel there is little need for a rematch, having destroyed the Boston heavyweight in just a round with two knockdowns before McNeeley’s manager stormed in the ring to end the fight with a farcical disqualification.
Boston Boxing Promotions claimed they would make an offer to Tyson, but were questioned whether it was even genuine – with their sarcastic response indicating they are in fact not serious.
Promoter Peter Czymbor said: “Some have asked if this is a publicity stunt, and to that I choose to dodge the question.
“This will be an event like no other when it comes off.
“We are offering undercard slots to the entire cast of Tiger King, the girl who got hit in the head with a basketball she threw behind her at a hoop while dancing on TikTok, and Doja Cat because I can’t get that ‘Say So’ song out of my head.”
Tyson has already rejected £16m from Bare Knuckle Boxing Fighting Championship while also snubbing a £3m deal to box New Zealand rugby legend Sonny Bill Williams, who is 7-0 as a boxer.
Iron Mike insists his comeback will be to compete in exhibition bouts for charity, with WBC champion Tyson Fury revealing he was even approached as a potential opponent.
Tyson has spent the last month training, undergoing a dramatic body transformation.
Tyson has dramatically transformed his bodyCredit: Instagram @henry_cejudo
Mike Tyson shows off shredded physique aged 53 in gym workout with MMA legend Vitor Belfort ahead of boxing return
Source: Boxing - thesun.co.uk
