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      Anthony Joshua vs Daniel Dubois rematch ‘OFF until 2026 with IBF champion in line for two fights beforehand’

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      A REMATCH between Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois will be “out of the picture” for a while, according to Frank Warren.The two heavyweights went head-to-head at Wembley Stadium in September.A rematch between Daniel Dubois and Anthony Joshua will almost certainly NOT happen next yearCredit: GettyDubois knocked AJ out in the fifth round when the two heavyweights met in SeptemberCredit: ReutersFrank Warren claims Dubois has his sights set on other fightsCredit: AlamyDubois stunned AJ with a fifth-round knockout to retain his IBF world title.While a rematch was initially mentioned after the fight, negotiations recently came to a halt.Dynamite is expected to return to the ring in February, but that is deemed far too soon by Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn.With AJ still nursing some minor injuries from the September bout, Dubois’ representatives have begun talking to other potential opponents.Read More in BoxingThe 27-year-old will then be expected to fight the winner of an eliminator bout between Martin Bakole and Agit Kabayel in the second half of 2025, with Joshua also likely to face a different opponent during that time.That means a rematch between AJ and Dynamite will almost certainly not happen next year.Discussing the issues during an appearance on talkSPORT this week, Dubois’ promoter Warren explained: “First of all, the fight Daniel had against AJ was his mandatory so he is allowed a period of time, which means he can fight in February and he’s allowed up until April or May [to make a voluntary defence].”And then whoever the mandatory is, that is who it will be [for the fight after].Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”It won’t be AJ because he can’t get himself into a mandatory position because they have called for the next two guys to fight each other (Kabayel and Bakole).”So he’s out of the picture and he will be out of the picture for a while.”Eddie Hearn reveals real reason Anthony Joshua’s February rematch with Daniel Dubois was KO’d amid ‘major injury’ claimHearn recently hinted at when AJ could return to action.He said: “He had five fights in 18 months, he will be fine. Back in the summer.” More

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      I covered all 16 of Mike Tyson’s world championship battles but Jake Paul bout isn’t a fight, it’s a FARCE

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      WHOEVER wrote the advertising blurb promoting the Mike Tyson-Jake Paul boxing buffoonery that’s taking place in Texas on Friday would make George Washington blush with shame.The description of this ridiculous, universally condemned freak show between 58-year-old Tyson and novice YouTuber Paul, is a masterpiece of deception.Mike Tyson ends his near two-decade absence from the ring on FridayCredit: GettyFormer YouTuber Jake Paul will be the 58-year-old’s opponentCredit: GettyTyson suffered a medical emergency just four months ago, resulting in the fight being postponedCredit: ReutersIt thunders: “One of the most highly anticipated fights in boxing history. “It’s legendary power against relentless ambition promising an unforgettable clash in the ring.”Has there ever been anything more derisory or misleading? Because this isn’t a fight – IT’S A FARCE!It must be appalling to the good folk who run the Age Concern charity that looks after the welfare of the elderly.READ MORE ON MIKE TYSONBecause Tyson – one of the all-time great world heavyweight champions – is not only being allowed to climb through the ropes at his time of life after 19 years in retirement but encouraged to combat a man 31 years younger.At least he is only being asked to box eight two-minute rounds and he’ll be wearing 14oz gloves instead of the usual 10oz – as if that is going to lessen the danger to Tyson’s health.We keep hearing what incredible shape Mike’s in considering he’s well passed middle age – yet four months ago he was said to be seriously ill suffering from a bleeding stomach ulcer which he admitted caused him to vomit blood.This sorry spectacle has been approved by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations. Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSOnly in America would this kind of punching parody be sanctioned – it certainly wouldn’t be tolerated here.Stranger things have happened across the pond and it reminds me of the Aaron Pryor horror story.Jake Paul threatens to ‘bet the purse’ ahead of his fight with Mike TysonJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTPryor was found to be blind in his left eye after losing his world junior welterweight title in 1988. Eighteen months later he decided to make a comeback – understandably he found great difficulty in getting licenced to fight in most cities in the States.Eventually, he applied to the licensing authorities in Madison, Wisconsin and it was granted. Marlene Cummings – who made the decision – in her infinite wisdom said solemnly: “Handicapped people should not be penalised for their handicap.”You couldn’t make it up.Pryor went ahead with the fight and KO’d his opponent in the third.Has there ever been anything more derisory or misleading? Because this isn’t a fight – IT’S A FARCE!Colin HartIf the Texan authorities had done the sensible thing and refused to give their blessing to this unjustifiable Tyson-Paul spectacle no doubt another State would have been found willing to cash in and stage it.At least 60,000 are expected in the 80,000-capacity AT&T stadium to see Tyson and Paul square off – probably most of them the kind of people who slow down on motorways to ogle at a car crash.It’s being shown worldwide on Netflix which has 200 million subscribers – which is why Tyson and Paul are each supposed to be getting anything between £20-£30million.Hand on heart, who who can blame the one-time Baddest Man on the Planet for grabbing such a massive fortune for a maximum of 16 minutes work?Obviously Mike believes it’s worth gambling on not getting seriously hurt.The Baddest Man on the Planet hasn’t fought professionally since 2005Credit: GettyJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTHaving covered 30 of Tyson’s 58 fights over a period of 17 years – including every one of his 16 world championship battles – I spent many hours with him talking about his troubled life inside and outside the ring.Always a tormented soul, it was in the cards he would grow old disgracefully – but he always professed his undying love for boxing and respected its history and traditions.That’s why I find it so dispiriting Mike has allowed himself to get involved in something he would have regarded in his prime as degrading – but we all know money always talks loudest.It must be appalling to the good folk who run the Age Concern charity that looks after the welfare of the elderly.Colin HartThe Tyson I want to remember was the terrifying fighting machine who sent shivers of fear up and down the spine of his opponents – and many in the press seats as well – before he ruthlessly blasted them insensible with the dynamite he carried in both fists.I’m so glad I’m going to be nearly 5000 miles from Arlington and won’t have to watch the charade that is going to be enacted in cowboy country.What two long-dead American authors had to say many moons ago perfectly sums up what the majority feel and brings home what the unedifying Tyson-Paul match-up is really all about.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCharles Bukowski pointed out: “Bad taste creates many more millionaires than good taste.”And H. L. Mencken wrote: “Nobody ever went broke underestimating the taste of the American public.”READ MORE SUN STORIESIf there is a ring walk Iron Mike Tyson should come in to Any Old Iron – an old Cockney music hall song the rag-and-bone men used to sing as they toured the East London streets when I was a kid.They were collecting damaged goods. More

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      Tony Bellew reveals his promise to ‘coward’ security after ex-champ was thrown out of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson event

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      TONY BELLEW has hit back at the “cowards” who booted him out of Jake Paul and Mike Tyson’s pre-fight press conference. The former WBC world champion, 41, was escorted out of Wednesday’s event after a stunt for bookmakers Paddy Power went wrong. Tony Bellew became one of the big talking points at the press conferenceCredit: SportsfileBellew was booted out of Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s pre-fight press conferenceThe ex-cruiserweight saw his stunt for PaddyPower backfireBellew heckled Jake Paul ahead of his showdown with Mike TysonCredit: GettyPaul faces 58-year-old Tyson in a Dallas dust-up on Friday, with the fighters facing off at a press event yesterday.Interrupting proceedings with a megaphone and standing next to an elderly man dressed in a boxing robe, Bellew bellowed: “I’ve got your next opponent here, Jake.”This guy’s got two hips so he is ready for you, Jake. He’s a great grandfather and he’s ready for you. “He’s 107, a great-grandfather. Come on Jake, give this fella a chance.”READ MORE ON BOXINGBellew was promptly ejected from the Toyota Music Factory in Irving. Speaking later to talkSPORT, Bellew revealed exactly what he said to the security guards tasked with removing him. Bellew explained: “The guy gave me a shove in the back and I said ‘You’re an absolute coward’. “Do you understand what I’d do to you? Please walk away. Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSBellew was taking part in a stunt for Paddy PowerCredit: Sportsfile”His other mate said ‘We’re all talk are we?’ “I said it’s not talk, it’s a promise. I’d annihilate three of you at once, so please don’t do it.”Former world champion Tony Bellew escorted out after gatecashing Jake Paul’s press conferenceBellew held the WBC cruiserweight title from 2016 to 2017 and finished his pro career 30-3-1 from 34 fights.Earlier in fight week, Bellew described Iron Mike as his “boxing icon.”He told The Daily Mail: “One of the reasons why I became the world champion was because of Mike Tyson.”He inspired an entire generation, and even though I wasn’t part of that era, I grew up watching his fights. “I was born in 1982, and I stayed up until three or four o’clock in the morning to watch his fights in the early ’90s.Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: “Mike Tyson was a hero and an icon of mine. He is literally one of the kings of the sport.”Of course, when you’re fighting a man half your age, you’ve got to be concerned. “Thankfully, Mike isn’t fighting an established fighter or a world champion.”He added: “I just want to see Mike Tyson knock him out.”JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTTyson returns on Friday for a first professional bout since 2005. READ MORE SUN STORIESThe Baddest Man on the Planet last stepped into the ring against Roy Jones Jr in a 2020 exhibition bout. Friday’s fight will be over eight two-minute rounds – as opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves on instead of 10oz. More

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      Mike Tyson ‘in kill mode’ as boxing icon frustrates Jake Paul with frosty one-word answers ahead of Netflix mega-fight

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      MIKE TYSON frustrated even Jake Paul with his frosty one-word press conference answers – but it’s part of his plan.The heavyweight icon and YouTuber-turned-boxer looked to trade verbal blows just two days before their controversial clash in Texas.Mike Tyson looks on at a press conference with Jake PaulCredit: GettyJake Paul lashed out at his legendary opponentCredit: SportsfileBut 58-year-old Tyson – who has a catalogue of memorable press conference moments – appeared disinterested on stage.Asked if he has rediscovered his frightening, savage and brilliant best, he shrugged: “I guess I’m back. I’m just happy to be here.”Tyson then added: “I’m just ready to fight, I’ve said everything I have to say. There’s nothing else to say, I’m just looking forward to fighting.”Paul has over 50 MILLION social media followers across his platforms and acts as brash and outspoken online as he does in front of the camera.READ MORE IN boxing But he clearly mistook Tyson for running his own social media pages, which have been full of threats heading into their Netflix fight.Because when Iron Mike got in front of Paul he had little to say, much to the confusion of his opponent of 31-years difference.Paul moaned: “Man, there’s a lot of s*** talk online saying you’re going to kill me but nothing in person. “I don’t know. It’s pretty boring, pretty f***ing boring.”Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSTyson is back for his first professionally-sanctioned bout since 2005 despite returning in a 2020 exhibition with Roy Jones Jr. The fight with Paul is to be contested over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves on instead of 10oz. Katie Taylor makes bet with Jake Paul that Mike Tyson will win Netflix boutTyson did at last let out a quick glimpse of his volatile prime when probed on the consequence of what he deems an impossible loss to Paul.He snapped: “I’m not gonna lose. I am not going to lose. Did you hear what I said?”Tyson then faced off with Paul with little emotion or care, unbothered about causing a stir with pre-fight theatrics.SunSport ran into a member of Tyson’s camp and asked whether his nonchalant behaviour was a ploy or genuine.”Mike’s in kill mode.” They sharply responded. Tyson and Jake Paul face offCredit: Getty More

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      Mike Tyson’s ex-manager says he’d try to talk boxing icon out of fighting Jake Paul because of ‘the risk factors’

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      MIKE Tyson’s former manager has revealed he would try to talk the boxing legend out of fighting Jake Paul because he doesn’t like the ‘risk factors.’Rory Holloway worked with ‘the baddest man on the planet’ from 1986 to 1997.Mike Tyson, 58, and Jake Paul, 27, are facing off against each other in the ringTyson’s ex-manager Rory Holloway insists he wouldn’t let Tyson fight PaulTyson, 58, returns to action against Jake Paul on Friday night in a fight that will be streamed by Netflix.However, Holloway, who drifted apart from Tyson in the late 90s following a lawsuit over the boxer’s earnings, has doubts that it is the right choice for a man who hasn’t boxed for so long.Holloway told SunSport: “In all seriousness, if it was my choice, I would talk him out of it.”I just don’t like the risk factors that are involved.Read more Mike Tyson news”At his age, he hasn’t taken punches in so long… it’s all these things I think about.”If it was me, and I was in a position to talk to him, I would say don’t do it.”Tyson, who is 31 years older than his opponent Paul, has been working hard in the gym to get in shape for the bout.As SunSport exclusively revealed, his training camp is shrouded in secrecy with sparring partners forced to sign NDAs.Most read in BoxingMike Tyson nearly KNOCKS OUT coach at open workout as Jake Paul begins mind gamesHowever, at an open workout to kick off fight week Tyson nearly knocked out his own trainer – with a video clip showing that he had not lost some of the magic that led to his moniker, ‘the baddest man on the planet.’Holloway revealed that he was shocked to see Tyson training so hard.He said: “It’s funny watching him prepare. I was with this guy for almost for as long as he’s been putting gloves on and I’ve never seen him train so hard and he’s 58!”We couldn’t get him to train that hard at 28! It’s funny to me.”Tyson has to reportedly pass two tests before he fights Paul amid fears over his health.The controversial event will take place at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.Tyson has not had a sanctioned bout in two decades.The fight has already been postponed once after Tyson suffered an “ulcer flare-up” while being taken ill on a plane.The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) requirements were agreed months ago.One of the tests will be an EEG to check Tyson’s brain. While the other is an EKG to make sure his heart is healthy.TDLR rep Tela Mange said: “Thorough pre-fight physicals will be conducted by TDLR-appointed physicians, who will discuss Mr Tyson’s medical history with him.”JAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTHolloway has revealed he has never seen Tyson train so hard as he prepares for the Paul fightCredit: Courtesy of Rory HollowayTyson has said he is willing to die in the ring to beat Jake PaulPreviously, Tyson has said he’s willing to die in the ring to beat Paul.READ MORE SUN STORIESSpeaking in a clip on Netflix, he said: “I don’t do anything if I don’t risk being embarrassed. Like now I want to fight this young motherf****r.”This is really big for me, if I win I will be immortal. If I do it bad, I don’t want to die in a hospital bed, I want to die in the ring.”Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: More

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      Mike Tyson knocking TEETH out in sparring for Jake Paul fight as training partner sends out brutal warning

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      JAKE PAUL has been brutally warned that Mike Tyson is knocking out TEETH in sparring for their fight. The heavyweight legend makes his return after TWO DECADES out the ring to face YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on Friday in Texas.Mike Russell in sparring with Mike TysonHe did take on fellow great Roy Jones Jr in a 2020 exhibition bout – and 6-1 cruiserweight Mike Russell was in Tyson’s camp. But almost half a decade on and Russell warned Iron Mike has shaken off even more rust. He told SunSport:  “I mean, he was already looking tremendous four years ago and now he’s peaked higher than a peak. “Mike is ready to go and Mike is gonna go out there and he’s going to win spectacular.” READ MORE IN BOXINGRussell, 31, has only ever got two black eyes from boxing, one when he was a teenager and the other from Tyson, 58. But he revealed there has been far more damage caused than just a shiner. Russell said: “We have a young buck that’s coming up right now, he did knock his tooth out but it wasn’t me! “But yeah, Mike did knock someone’s tooth out in camp. He’s doing great, man. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”He’s gonna come out and he’s gonna win and what he gonna win by knockout. I’m telling you right now.”Tyson returns for the first time as a professional since 2005 when he quit on his stool and threw the towel in on his career.Mike Tyson lashes out at reporter in Jake Paul press conference And he does so over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves on instead of 10oz. But Russell insisted the rules change matters little as he doubts 10-1 Paul makes it into the third. He said: “I think he’s gonna finish the job within the first two rounds.”Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: Jake Paul ahead of his fight with TysonCredit: AFP More

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      Meet Jake Paul’s secret weapon in training to fight Mike Tyson with sparring so good he is paying DOUBLE

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      JAKE PAUL has found himself a secret sparring weapon so valuable he is paying DOUBLE the rate. The YouTuber-turned-boxer brings heavyweight great Tyson back to the ring after TWO DECADES away for a controversial clash on Friday in Texas.Jake Paul with sparring partner Dacarree ScottAnd to prepare for the former Baddest Man on The Planet, Paul recruited the services of 19st 7lb Dacarree Scott. Nicknamed Mac Truck, he stands the same 5ft 10in frame as Tyson and has been tasked with mimicking the famously ferocious Iron Mike. And he did such a convincing job that Paul doubled his day rate. Scott, 26, told SunSport: “One day we sparred and just he came to me and it was like, ‘Yo, I’m gonna pay you double.’ READ MORE IN BOXING”And I just was like, ‘Yo, appreciate it.’ It was unexpected. I’m just doing my job and for him to say that, it was perfect just helping him win. “So now it just made me get more confidence that he’s gonna win because I really push him. Tyson’s not going to fight him how I fought him.” Scott watched back vintage Tyson in a bid to replicate his brilliant best for sparring with Paul. He said: “I had to work on just watching film. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”But I was watching young Tyson fighting back in the day. I suppose I was just trying to give him that look.”Tyson is 58 years old, he’s not moving like that. Like people say, I’m a bigger guy but I move fast. “Don’t let the size fool you. I give him that look and Jake just like, ‘It was perfect look.'” Paul, 27, was due to fight Tyson, 58, in July but the boxing icon was forced to pull out after suffering an ulcer flare-up during a flight. He instead knocked out replacement opponent Mike Perry, 33, with Scott remaining part of the camp. And after spending almost a year training alongside Paul, he has watched sparring partners come and go after being kicked to the curb. Scott revealed: “Power-wise, he got power, he got crack, he trains hard. “We go to track. He works out two or three times a day like a real fighter. It shocked me at times because you hear everybody, you hear it. “And then when I first came here, you see him split somebody’s eye. Boom, drops him. Boom, drops him.”And the coaches be like, ‘Get up out of here.’ And then, ‘Mac, get in there.’ And I’m getting in there and Jake’s trying to drop me! READ MORE SUN STORIES”He wants to make a highlight real. I’m just giving him a look. I did my part so he can go out there and shine.” Tyson returns for his first professionally-sanctioned fight since 2005, this time over eight two-minute rounds and in bigger 14oz gloves. Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: Getty More

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      Mike Tyson lined up for Last Dance-style Netflix doc after Jake Paul fight with legend involved in multiple TV projects

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      MIKE TYSON is ready to bash Jake Paul – and then become a TV smash-hit.Iron Mike, 58, aims to roll back the years this Friday when he takes on the YouTuber-turned-fighter in Texas.Mike Tyson is gearing up to face Youtuber Jake Paul this FridayCredit: ReutersThe former world champ has already got his eyes set on expanding his TV and film careerCredit: GettyThe wrecking ball, once dubbed the baddest man on the planet, couldn’t resist another battle in the ring – a whopping 19 years from his last proper fight against journeyman Kevin McBride.A tasty pay packet edging close to £30 million helped with the decision-making, although Andrew Ruf, Tyson’s manager for the last four years, isn’t ruling out further bouts.”I thought it would be one and done,” Ruf told SunSport about possibly more fights. “But I’ve learned not to put limitations on Mike Tyson. He has very little to prove, but he wants to keep competing at a high level.”READ MORE BOXING NEWSHowever, if this is the last time Tyson dons the gloves, the former world heavyweight champ will still produce the goods.Ruf revealed to SunSport several exciting TV and film projects the legendary boxer is involved in, some of which will be released “within the next year.”The Los Angeles-based entertainment veteran says Tyson is working on a Last Dance-style documentary for Netflix that will chronicle his incredible career, including all the turbulent ups and downs and current training footage.He’s also working on a “Boardwalk Empire kind of show” set in the 1920s, with the fight legend, obsessed with boxing’s rich history, helping shape the storyline.Most read in BoxingTyson is working on a Michael Jordan Last Dance-style documentary on NetflixCredit: NetflixJake Paul has won 10 of his 11 fightsCredit: GettyTyson took a chunk out of Evander Holyfield’s ear in 1997Credit: AFPFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSRuf says Tyson blew away the producers with the depth of his knowledge, which went from boxing to politics while incorporating the crime families involved.”I had him on with the two very talented showrunners nominated for an Academy Award, and they were pitching him the show,” he revealed.Mike Tyson knocking TEETH out in sparring for Jake Paul fight as training partner sends out brutal warning”It was like watching a master class light up when Mike started talking about the history, characters, and politics.”Tyson’s legendary mentor, Cuss D’Amato, found him as a raw 13-year-old before turning him into one of the most feared—and youngest—heavyweight champs in history. D’Amato sowed the seed of discovery that morphed into his “encyclopedic” knowledge.”Mike ended up giving all of us the lecture on what New York was like at the turn of the century,” Ruff added.There are also ongoing plans for another documentary centered on Brownsville, Brooklyn, where he grew up in his hometown, and a potential live show centred around the 2013 autobiography Undisputed Truth.Tyson may have blown a reported £300 million since his glorious, power-packed heyday – with drug addictions and prison terms threatening to dilute his sporting legacy –  but his recovery has been equally startling.With business manager Adam Wilkes pulling the strings of their Tyson 2.0 company, he has enjoyed massive success with a cannabis company and invested in vegetarian, fast food company Mr. Charlie. A now legendary cameo in the 2009 classic The Hangover set the stall out for this latest foray into TV and film.”I’ve been honoured to be a part of seeing Mike’s resurgence, redefinition, and what he’s been able to do on the business venture side,” admitted Ruf.Tyson may want to shove Paul’s bravado back down his throat, but his opponent’s ability to create a multi-million dollar business empire from scratch while raking in the dollars by showing the bravery to step into the ring has to be respected.Mike Tyson appeared in The Hangover which won a Golden Globe in 2010Credit: GettyJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTRuf agrees and admits: “I’m incredibly impressed with Jake’s self-promotion and impact on the sport. “Part of Mike’s appeal for this fight is how his presence spans five generations, from my 86-year-old father to my 11-year-old son. “Jake brings younger audiences, which opens up new business and sports opportunities.”Netflix has only just started to explore sports coverage—they screened a tennis match between Rafa Nadal and Carlos Alcaraz earlier this year and enjoyed huge success with their F1 Drive to Survive series.Ruf, however, predicts that following their work on a “perfect storm” of a clash between Tyson and the 27-year-old Paul, there will be a distinct “blurring of the lines between sporting events and streaming.””They’re ahead of the curve,” he said.He was known as the ‘baddest man on the planet’ after becoming the youngest heavyweight world champ aged 20Credit: Getty”We negotiated with Netflix, which has been a great partner on other projects we’ve worked on, like Stranger Things and Outer Banks,” Ruf added. “We could have chosen pay-per-view, but this Netflix deal will likely set records. The only event it might rival is the Super Bowl.”Tyson may be approaching 60, yet the fascination remains.The AT&T Stadium in Arlington, the stunning home of the Dallas Cowboys, will be jam-packed while millions around the globe tune in to see if Paul’s punching power really matches the size of his mouth.Whatever happens, according to Ruf, Iron Mike’s status as a sporting great – whether you like him or not – will never be in doubt.”Mike Tyson is in a category of one as a performer, as an athlete,” he said. READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think what’s incredible about him is not just his star power or the fact that he’s 58 years old and looks invincible.”His story – the rise of Mike Tyson, the fall of Mike Tyson, and his persistence as a human being- define him. That’s why people are so drawn to him.”Counting down to Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson…READ MORE on all the build-up to the massive clash in Texas on Netflix…All the info:Latest news and features: More