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      Anthony Joshua fight with Kubrat Pulev could have fans as Matchroom hope new coronavirus rules mean 1k at Wembley Arena

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA’S heavyweight showdown with Kubrat Pulev could have 1,000 fans in attendance.
      It comes after the Government announced a relaxing of coronavirus rules surrounding sporting events.

      AJ puts his belts on the line on December 12Credit: PA

      AJ’s Matchroom promoters have been campaigning to let a small section of fans attend his long-awaited return, after two years away from the UK dealing with Andy Ruiz Jr and the Covid-19 lockdown.
      SunSport understands they hope to get the maximum number of fans permitted by the new rules in to watch AJ in action.
      Matchroom will hold talks with the Government over the coming week.
      At this moment, they are planning for the event to be behind closed doors, but will be ready to bring fans in right up until the last moment.

      The London 2012 gold medallist is putting his WBA, IBF and WBO heavyweight titles on the line against the Bulgarian at Wembley Arena on December 12.
      New rules mean mean fans who live in Tiers 1 and 2 will be able to return to indoor and outdoor sporting events from December 2.
      London is expected to be in Tier 2 when the national lockdown ends. It’s been reported that would allow for 1,000 fans indoors, or 50 per cent capacity.
      Speaking before today’s announcement, the 31-year-old champ said: “December 12 is the date and once again the heavyweight belts go up in the air and it is my sole focus to make sure that, come December 13, they are in their rightful place in the UK.

      “Without the fans something huge is missing.
      “I am really hoping that, safety permitting, we might be able to bring some boxing fans in but we will have to see.”
      Fans not in attendance will have to fork out £24.95 to watch the title fight.

      Speaking earlier today, the Prime Minister said: “In Tiers 1 and 2 spectator sports and business events will be free to resume inside and outside with capacity limits and social distancing, providing more consistency with indoor performances in theatres and concert halls.”
      Sports fans haven’t been allowed to watch their teams in person since before the first lockdown back in March.
      It remains the case that those in Tier 3 will remain locked out.

      The Department of Culture, Media and Sport have been pushing plans to allow fans in areas where coronavirus infection rates are low to attend events.
      But others in Government were concerned about creating packed trains and forcing people to queue outside stadiums – which could possibly spread the virus and increase infections. More

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      Bare knuckle fighter Francesco Ricchi in coma after brutal punch to his throat caused internal bleeding during win

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      BARE KNUCKLE fighter Francesco Ricchi has been left fighting for his life after receiving a brutal punch to the throat during a bout.
      The Italian, 26, was put in a medically induced coma after facing Noah Cutter at BKFC 14 on Friday 13.

      Francesco Ricchi (R) has been put in a medically induced coma after being punched in the throat during a bare knuckle boxing fightCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      The boxer had originally got up from the punch to his trachea that floored him in the first round to ultimately put down his opponent in the third.
      But Ricchi was later hospitalised and placed into a medically-induced coma after developing a haematoma on his throat that led to bleeding in the lungs.
      News about his health only became public knowledge following his opponent Cutter’s statement on social media.
      He wrote: “Prayers and best wishes to my opponent Francesco.

      “I’ve been informed he’s in the hospital in a medically induced coma due to bleeding in his lungs from a hematoma in his trachea due to a throat punch during the fight. Obviously accidental.
      “We come out here to hurt each other but I never want to see this for an opponent. Prayers from my family. Heal up.”
      Following Cutter’s announcement, BKFC President David Feldman soon issued a statement to MMA Fighting.
      That statement read: “First and foremost our thoughts are with Francesco and his family at this time as we pray for a quick and full recovery.

      “The injury did not deter Francesco from a victorious result on Friday night but complications during the surgery at the hospital have resulted in a greater issue to his health.”
      Ricchi switched to bare-knuckle fighting from MMA, where he boasted a 1-0 pro record and a 2-2 amateur record.
      His win over Cutter put him 2-0 in BKFC.

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      Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury to fight abroad at least once after ‘sizeable’ offers from around world, reveals Hearn

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      ANTHONY JOSHUA and Tyson Fury can be expected to fight at least once abroad as they have ‘sizeable’ offers from around the world, Eddie Hearn has revealed.
      The heavyweight champions have already verbally agreed to a double header for next year.

      Eddie Hearn said Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury can be expected to fight at least once abroadCredit: PA:Press Association

      Fury and Joshua have ‘sizeable’ offers from around worldCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      And their promoters have always warned the show will go wherever the money is.
      As a result, Joshua’s matchmaker Eddie Hearn admitted he will aim to secure one bout on home soil, with the other likely to be an away a fixture.
      Hearn told talkSPORT: “If you go to a fighter and their teams and, pulling numbers out of the sky, say you have £50million to fight in the UK or you have £100m to do the fight in the Middle East, it’s a very short conversation.
      “Because they understand the risks involved.

      “If you ask Tyson and you ask AJ, ‘where do you want this fight to happen?’ – blimey, obviously in the UK!
      “Two British heavyweight world champions and we will do everything we can to make the fight here, by the way.
      “And I do believe that is what the fighters want as well.
      “But even in the current environment, there has been a number of sizeable approaches from around the world to stage this fight – the biggest fight in boxing.”

      Joshua’s last fight saw him reclaim the heavyweight belts in Saudi Arabia against Andy Ruiz Jr last December.
      It reportedly earned him a career high £66m payday as Middle Eastern money men put up the mega-bucks to stage the rematch.
      And Fury has also reaped the rewards of taking his career over to the US after he signed a deal with Top Rank and ESPN, said to be worth £80m.
      Hearn revealed both the British stars are in the driving seat and will make the final decision on where their proposed unification takes place.
      He said: “This is a sport where both fighters put their health and their faculty and sometimes their life on the line.
      “You can’t expect fighters in a fight of this magnitude, the ultimate fight of their career, to take half the money to do it in the UK.
      “We’re in a situation at the moment in this country and, at the moment rightfully so, where the government doesn’t invest money to bring major sporting events to this country.

      “They’ve got enough on their plate, they certainly shouldn’t be looking at that at the moment.
      “Yet many countries, and we saw the Ruiz fight in Saudi Arabia, have funds in place to bring major sporting events to their countries.
      “So a lot of those countries are going to be making major financial plays to stage this fight. Ultimately, it won’t be me who decides.
      “It will be the fighters who decide.”
      Before talk of the undisputed title decider can progress, Joshua, 32, has to first beat Kubrat Pulev, 39, in a mandatory defence on December 12.
      Fury, 32, was in talks to face German Agit Kabayel a week prior, but without a crowd it was financially impossible.
      He also faces a wait to find out the verdict on staging his trilogy with Deontay Wilder, 34, who he beat in Febuary.
      Wilder has initiated a mediation after Fury tried to walk away from their immediate rematch, believing the clause expired in October.

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      Meet Daniel Dubois, the quiet KO assassin nicknamed Dynamite who comes from family of boxers including Olympic hopefuls

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      DANIEL DUBOIS is the quiet heavyweight nicknamed Dynamite who comes from a family of boxers including Olympic hopefuls.
      Dubois faces Joe Joyce on Saturday in the biggest and toughest test in his 15-fight unbeaten career.

      Daniel Dubois has earned the nickname Dynamite due to his power Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      Dubois is unbeaten in his 15 professional fights Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      But the 23-year-old – who was born in Greenwhich – has dedicated his whole life to the sport, leading up to his shot at the European title.
      He first joined the boxing gym aged nine as his dad Dave wanted him off the mean streets of South London.
      Ever since, for him and his fighting siblings Caroline, Prince and Solomon, it has been a family affair.
      Dubois spent the summer in lockdown with his two brothers and sister, as they trained in his new home in Hertfordshire.

      And he revealed 19-year-old Caroline – who has hoping to qualify for the Tokyo Olympics next year – acted as the head trainer.
      Dubois told SunSport: “Caroline takes the training sessions every day, she enjoys picking the exercises and circuits more than I do.
      “She has our youngest brother Solomon acting like the teacher’s assistant so there is no slacking.”
      Dubois has helped his little sister in her career ever since she first started boxing as a nine-year-old.

      Big brother Daniel holds the pads for amateur sensation Caroline Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      Dubois training with Caroline and brother Prince Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      There, Caroline fought under the boy’s name Colin to ensure she could share the ring with the boys.
      She said: “It feels a bit crazy looking back on it now, considering where I have got to, but back then ‘Colin’ seemed like the only way to start my dream.
      “Boxing clubs in those days were not interested in girls so my dad and Daniel, after some convincing, let me come up with the plan.
      “Me and Daniel just had to remember our lines every time we went in the gym.
      “He denies it was his plan but he did a lot to help me get started. I had short hair and kept quiet, so it was OK.”
      As Caroline waits to see if the Olympic Games will go ahead next year before deciding whether to turn pro, Daniel’s career is only heading in one direction.
      He has been taken the distance just once, with his power proving too hot to handle.
      Dubois made his debut in 2017 at 18, having had just seven senior amateur bouts, despite starring as a youth boxer in Team GB.

      Dubois turned pro at 18 after just seven amateur bouts Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd

      British heavyweight legend Frank Bruno pictured with Dubois Credit: News Group Newspapers Ltd
      But he rejected the chance to contest for a spot in Tokyo to instead take his heavy-hands into the paid ranks.
      His biggest win to date was a fifth round knockout against former sparring partner and amateur team-mate Nathan Gorman.
      Since the win last year, the youngster has three more knockouts to his name.
      But his most recent, against Ricardo Snijders in August, came a tune-up ahead of his headliner against Joyce on the weekend.
      The pair – who also sparred in Team GB’s Sheffield HQ – were due to fight in April on pay-per-view.
      But amid the coronavirus pandemic, it caused constant delay and even threatened to KO the clash entirely.
      Until Dubois and 35-year-old Joyce agreed to fight behind-closed-doors and on normal TV, as they were given the credit they deserved and a new date.
      The winner will emerge as the British, Commonwealth and European champion, and elevate themselves into world title contention.

      Dubois knocked out Nathan Gorman in round five Credit: Richard Pelham – The Sun

      Joe Joyce and Dubois fight for the European title Credit: Richard Pelham – The Sun
      Dubois is already the No2 ranked challenger in the WBO, behind Anthony Joshua’s mandatory Oleksandr Usyk.
      And even though he remains tight-lipped, the punching prodigy is confident his fists will do the talking and put him in line to ‘take over’ the division.
      Dubois told us: “It may not have come across but I am ferociously confident in my ability because of the work done in the gym.
      “I was a boy among men when I sparred on the GB team, I am a baby in terms of experience now in the pro game but don’t mistake my quietness for self doubt.
      “I’m not even that quiet or shy, you can’t afford to be when you are one of ten siblings and want to get fed.
      “But when it comes to boxing my approach has been strictly business.
      “Beating Nathan Gorman for the British title – in a fight a lot of people thought was going to be 50-50 – just confirmed what I already knew about my potential.
      “And seeing older targets and potential opponents lose – in very good and hard fights – only makes me more confident I can take over soon.”

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      Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr’s pets from tigers and snakes to poodles, pigeons and roosters

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      WE hope they’ve got pet sitters, when they’re away this weekend.
      Mike Tyson, 54, and Roy Jones Jr, 51, will be dusting off their gloves for an exhibition fight this weekend at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.

      Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr are both animal lovers

      Mike Tyson has always had a love of animals in the pastCredit: Kobal Collection – Rex Features

      Not to be outdone Roy Jones Jr keeps roosters on his Florida estateCredit: Getty – Contributor

      And aside from boxing, the two share another common interest… they’re both animal lovers.
      ‘Iron Mike’ famously owned tigers, tends to pigeons and has a poodle he loves to work out with.
      While Jones Jr is an expert snake handler, loves posing with roosters and has two Pit Bulls and a Golden Retriever.
      BENGAL TIGERS
      Tyson’s most exotic pets through the years were his three Royal Bengal Tigers.

      After he was released from prison in the 1990s, he bought animals for £60,000 a pop – spending a further £100,000-per-year to ensure they were trained professionally.
      Kenya, Storm and Boris fitted in well on Tyson’s ranch in Ohio.
      However, when he filed for bankruptcy, the former heavyweight champ was forced to give them up.
      Probably for the best, really, considering he claimed he had to pay a woman around £200,000 compensation after one attacked her.

      In the 1990s Tyson bought three Royal Bengal Tigers costing £60,000Credit: Getty – Contributor

      When Tyson went bankrupt he was forced to get rid of his tigers that cost over £100,000 to maintainCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      SNAKES
      On his sprawling 80-acre ranch in Pensacola, Florida Jones Jr keeps snakes.
      He regularly scoops them up, often with his bare hands, and keeps them safe and away from danger.
      It’s not known if they’re poisonous, but he ensures they are kept a safe distance from the other animals on his estate.
      And Jones Jr showed he is an expert snake handler.
      A video on YouTube went viral of the slugger holding one by the head firmly while showing it off to the camera.

      Jones Jr has snakes on his ranch tooCredit: YouTube
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      PIGEONS
      When he was a small boy growing up in Brooklyn, Tyson seeked solace in pigeons after he was bullied for his lisp and being overweight by the other street kids.
      And it was over a pigeon that Tyson threw his first punch. When a local kid killed one of his pigeons in front of him, ‘Iron Mike’ saw bed and decked the boy.
      Despite investing in tigers, Tyson has always found pigeons to be his favourite pet.
      Even today he’s said to own a coop that houses around 70 birds.
      He’s so obsessed, each one is said to have a name and he can recognise them all individually.

      Since he was a small boy Mike Tyson has cared for pigeonsCredit: Getty Images – Getty

      Tyson is said to own 70 pigeons and knows them all individually Credit: Reuters
      ROOSTERS
      Not to be outdone for his love of birds, Jones Jr has roosters.
      But his love of cockfighting, which is banned in the States, has caused controversy in the past.
      “They’re animals and they will fight to the death but so will two skunks,” he once said.
      “It’s just natural. It’s what they do.”
      Today though, Jones Jr says his cockfighting days are over. “I give my roosters the best of food,” he revealed. “I give them the best of care.” 

      In the past, Roy Jones Jr encouraged cockfightingCredit: Getty Images – Getty
      A MAN’S BEST FRIEND
      Both men are loyal dog owners.
      Tyson has an adorable poodle called Mars, who we saw cheering his owner up on Instagram during lockdown.
      Mars has his own Instagram page and has amassed an amazing 23,000-plus followers.
      He calls himself the ‘Baddest Doodle On The Planet’.

      Tyson has a poodle called Mars

      Mars has his own Instagram account with over 23,000 followers

      Jones Jr used to breed Pit Bulls and currently has two, as well as a Golden RetrieverCredit: YouTube

      Jones Jr breeded Pit Bulls on his ranch in the past, and appears to currently have two.
      A playful Golden Retriever has also been seen hanging out with Jones Jr.
      It seems that man’s best friend is a boxer’s best friend too.

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      Watch Logan Paul claim Floyd Mayweather hasn’t signed fight contract yet as he can’t spell own name in incredible rant

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      LOGAN PAUL claimed Floyd Mayweather hasn’t signed a fight contract yet because the boxing legend cannot spell in his own name in a cringeworthy video.
      The YouTuber, 25, posted a clip from a gym punching a bag while calling out the undefeated five-weight former world champion.

      Logan Paul posted a bizarre video on social media calling on Floyd Mayweather to sign a contract for a fight

      And he questioned why the boxing legend, 43, had not put pen to paper on a deal for the pair to meet in the ring.
      Paul said: “Hey Floyd, I know you’ve had the contract for a while now.
      “At first I thought you didn’t sign it because you didn’t want one punch to ruin your legacy.”
      Paul wants to fight one of boxing’s greatest of all time – claiming he would ‘snap Mayweather in half’ with one punch.

      That is despite the American failing to even defeat fellow YouTuber KSI in either of their slugfests.
      And things took a bizarre twist in the video when he embarrassingly started spelling out Mayweather’s name which he had printed out and stuck on the wall.
      Paul’s weird rant continued: “But now I feel like maybe you didn’t sign it because you don’t know how to spell your name.
      “Don’t worry, champ, I’ve got you – check this out. I made you a cheat sheet.”

      Paul wondered why the Money had put pen to paper and suggested it was the veteran’s struggle with spelling

      Paul headed over to the wall where he had printed out Mayweather’s name

      Pointing to the letters sellotaped to the wall in his gloves, Paul added: “This is your name. Floyd Mayweather.
      “It’s pretty simple – it starts with an F.”
      Then the W in Mayweather fell off the wall, prompting him to add: “F***. Well, yeah, you ain’t getting the W anyway.
      “Then an L – your first L. O-Y-D. May. Eather.
      “Sign the f***ing contract, Floyd.”

      Mayweather is due to return to the ring for the first time since New Year’s Eve in 2018 next February.
      But the 50-0 superstar, who beat Conor McGregor in his 50th pro bout, suggested he would take on Paul in an exhibition bout before the event in Tokyo – and would not go lightly on the online sensation.
      The 43-year-old tweeted: “These YouTube girls better find some Barbie dolls to play with cause I’m not the one for the kid games.
      “Three years ago a fighter from the UFC said my name and I had to put a muzzle on that b****.
      “Logan Paul can get the same treatment before I go conquer Japan again.”
      Paul responded: “50-1.”

      Mayweather won all 50 of his professional boxing fights and promised to demolish PaulCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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      Mike Tyson training: The methods icon has used to transform body from 4,000 calorie-a-day diet to brutal 4am runs

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      MIKE TYSON has dramatically transformed his body back into fighting shape ahead of his comeback.
      The American faces fellow legend Roy Jones Jr this Saturday over eight exhibition rounds – his first fight in 15 years since he retired.

      Mike Tyson ahead of his boxing comeback against Roy Jones Jr

      Tyson prepares to fight for the first time in 15 years Credit: Instagram

      Back in the day, Tyson stuck to a strict and brutal training schedule and diet under his trainer and mentor Cus D’Amato.
      And while it’s not known if the 54-year-old has kept to those standards, his stunning shape ahead of his ring return proves he is on the right track.
      Here SunSport reveals Iron Mike’s iconic regime that helped him become the youngest heavyweight champion of all time aged 20.
      DIET
      According to ManOfManny, Tyson used to consume anywhere from 3,000-4,000 calories a day.

      He would start off with oatmeal, milk and Vitamin supplements like magnesium and fish oil tablets.
      For lunch he would go for chicken breast, as it’s a muscle-building food, high in protein and low in fat and carbohydrates.
      His carbs were made up of rice, which is packed full of whole grains and provided him with energy.
      His favourite drink was orange juice, full of Vitamin C and natural sugars, to lift calorie consumption while giving a healthy energy boost.

      For dinner Iron Mike got a nice blend of protein between steak and pasta.
      And he would again enjoy a glass of OJ to go with it.
      In between meals Tyson had a protein shake blended with SIX bananas, to aid muscle growth and recovery.
      And as a heavyweight, he did not need to worry about making weight, meaning he could enjoy a cheat snack every now and then.
      He loved ice cream and cereal – both loaded with sugar.

      Tyson will fight over eight exhibition rounds Credit: @kingsmma_hb

      TRAINING
      In a breakdown released by Bodhizone, Tyson’s workout schedule was rammed.
      Like most boxers in the past, Iron Mike would start his day early with a three to five-mile jog around 4am.
      After two hours he would come back, shower and go to sleep again until about 10am, when it was time for breakfast.
      By midday he would be in the gym for his first boxing session, which was normally ten straight rounds of sparring.
      Tyson then did three sets of Calisthenics, including squats, tricep extensions, pushups, shrugs with 30 kilos and neck crunches.

      Tyson on the pads with his current trainer Rafael CordeiroCredit: @kingsmma_hb

      Cordeiro has overseen Tyson’s training camp Credit: @kingsmma_hb

      Overall, he would perform ten sets of each over his six days of training.
      Afterwards, at 2pm the heavyweight would then have lunch before returning back to the gym for more boxing.
      This consisted of sparring, bag work, pads with his trainer, and an hour on the stationary bike as well as more Calisthenics.
      At 5pm, Tyson would do four more sets of the same calisthenics routine and then slow shadow boxing, focusing on just ONE technique.
      Two hours later he would have dinner, before his final session of the day at 8pm, which was a light 30 minutes on the exercise bike for recovery purposes.
      Tyson was in bed at 9m, watching TV or studying fight films before hitting the hay.

      REST
      Tyson trained six days a week, taking Sunday off.
      He would do extra chores around Cus’ house or watch old fight films with his coaches while not training.
      Now, Tyson enjoys smoking marijuana, as he owns his own ranch in California.
      The two-time champion claims to be burning through around £33,000-a-week alongside his business partner Eben Britton.
      Tyson and Jones, 51, will be drug tested ahead of their fight, by Voluntary Anti-Doping Association.

      Tyson revealed he has stopped taking marijuana while in campCredit: Refer to Caption
      But VADA WON’T be testing for cannabis, say BoxingScene.
      It could matter little though, as Tyson revealed he has stopped taking marijuana while in camp.
      He said on Joe Rogan’s Podcast: “Pretty much stopped, when you do something like this it’s all about change.
      “Listen, you can’t continue being a comedian if you’re not sharpening your psyche.
      “Even when you’re doing this here, you’re practising your comedian act. You have to continue to practice.”

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      Mike Tyson vs Roy Jones Jr predictions: Former rivals and pundits make fight picks as legends return to ring

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      ROY JONES JR goes into his fight against Mike Tyson as an underdog – according to those in the boxing business.
      The American – who started his career as a light-middleweight – is also the bookies outsider.

      He faces fellow legend Tyson in an eight-round exhibition on Saturday, and has been left with it all to do inside the ring.
      But Jones, 51, only retired in 2018, meaning what he lacks in size and power he could make up in with activity and form.
      Here SunSport runs down the predictions from fighters, promoters and trainers.
      Mike Tyson
      Iron Mike did not have too much to say on the fight – only warning it will be all-action.

      The 54-year-old told TMZ Sports: “Pain, baby, pain. A lot of pain.”
      Prediction: Violence

      Mike Tyson fights for the first time since retiring in 2005
      Evander Holyfield
      Holyfield twice beat Tyson and wants to face him for a third time after announcing he is also coming out of retirement.
      He is backing his old rival to beat Jones if he lands one of his trademark shots – but fears if he fails it will be a snooze fest.

      Holyfield, 58, told Teddy Atlas: “I think if Tyson catch him, he gonna hurt him. But if Tyson can’t catch him, it’s gonna be a lousy fight.”
      Prediction: Tyson… if he can land.

      Evander Holyfield twice beat Tyson and wants a third fightCredit: Reuters
      Danny Williams
      Williams scored one of the great British upsets in a boxing ring after he knocked out an out-of-sorts Iron Mike in 2004.
      But he still tips Tyson’s size and power to be too much for Jones.
      Williams, 47, said: “I think Roy is going to get seriously hurt. He is a natural middleweight.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Brit Danny Williams upset Tyson in 2004 Credit: Reuters
      James ‘Buster’ Douglas
      Buster Douglas became the first man to beat Tyson, with his 1990 upset still considered one of the greatest shocks in boxing history.
      He came into the fight a 42/1 underdog – and he gives Jones even LESS chance of repeating his victory.
      Douglas, 60, told DJ Vlad: “I think he has a chance but it’s a slim chance. Slimmer than Buster Douglas.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Buster Douglas in 1990 became the first man to ever beat TysonCredit: Reuters
      Amir Khan
      Khan revealed both were an inspiration to him in his career, but questioned why they are coming out of retirement.
      Still the former champion – who jumped from welterweight to middleweight in 2016 before being KO’d by Canelo – is backing the smaller man.
      Khan, 33, told Fight Hub: “I don’t know what’s made Mike and Roy fight each other. I mean, they might be friends, I don’t know.
      “But who’s going to win this fight? Roy Jones, in my opinion.”
      Prediction: Jones

      Amir Khan has predicted Tyson will lose against Jones
      Freddie Roach
      Legendary trainer Roach cornered Tyson towards the end of the heavyweight’s career.
      They still keep in touch now, and Roach has no doubt his friend will win by knockout.
      He told told Press Box: “I think Mike knocks Roy Jones out.
      “But I did warn Mike that he has to be careful of Roy’s left to the body. That’s the punch Roy used to knock out Virgil Hill.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Legendary trainer Freddie Roach cornered Tyson towards the end of the heavyweight’s careerCredit: Rex Features
      Tyron Woodley
      Former UFC welterweight champion Woodley is another who has looked up to Tyson and Jones.
      As a result, he feels Iron Mike’s power over the eight rounds will prove too troubling.
      Woodley, 38, told Mike Swick: “I’ve studied them so much. I’ve watched so many films, so many fights with both of them.
      “I think if Mike Tyson touches anybody, they’re going down no matter how old he is. I just don’t see him not touching Roy at some point in the fight.”
      Prediction: Tyson

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      Jeff Mayweather
      Floyd Mayweather’s uncle – a trainer – runs his own boxing channel, often asking for predictions ahead of big fights.
      But in his own verdict, he tips Tyson to just edge out Jones.
      Mayweather said: “Overall, if I would have to bet my money, I would pick Tyson because I know he has the power.
      “And as big as he is, he has some tremendous hand speed.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Floyd Mayweather’s uncle Jeff with Tyson
      Oscar De La Hoya
      De La Hoya works with Jones’ great rival Bernard Hopkins as they run Golden Boy Promotions.
      And the American – who wants to make a comeback of his own – is tipping Tyson to come out on top.
      De La Hoya, 47, said on Instagram: “I’m going to have to go with Tyson.
      “But it wouldn’t surprise me if Jones Jr pulls something off – like he always has in his career.”
      Prediction: Tyson

      Jake Paul
      The YouTuber faces ex-NBA star Nate Robinson on the undercard of Tyson’s comeback.
      And he predicts Iron Mike will win the night’s main-event.
      Paul, 23, told the Mayweather Boxing Channel: “I think uncle Mike’s going to take it home. But Roy Jones is looking dangerous too.
      “I think he’s (Tyson) is gonna stop him. Those punches look to vicious, I think round, fourth round he’s going to connect with one of those Mike Tyson’s uppercuts or hooks.”
      Prediction: Tyson

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