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      Tommy Fury in shock new career change as Love Island star and boxer ‘achieves massive goal’

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      TOMMY FURY has revealed his latest career move into acting and described it as “a massive goal” achieved. Fury, the younger brother of heavyweight champion Tyson, is 10-0 as an undefeated boxer. Tommy Fury has revealed his latest career move into actingCredit: SplashBut he also shot to mainstream fame on the 2019 series of Love Island, where he met fiance Molly-Mae Hague. Fury – who shares one-year-old daughter Bambi with Molly-Mae – has spoken about how he plans to go into acting after retiring. But according to Variety, he has got a head start after landing a role in an upcoming comedy movie called “The Debt Inherited”. It will co-star Leo Gregory – who played Bovver in Green Street – and Peaky Blinders’ Paul Anderson. READ MORE IN BOXINGThe black comedy crime film tells the story of Colin and Stanley, two good-for-nothing brothers who are faced with the repayment of their dead dad’s debt to a notorious loan shark called Maggie. They become unwittingly involved in a criminal underworld and entangled in a web of blackmail and deceit. Fury is to play Johnny – a no-nonsense henchman to Maggie – but the lead roles of Colin and Stanley are yet to be cast. Anderson portrays Terry, a womanising alcoholic who employs the brothers to stop his work colleague Dirk, played by Gregory, from exposing him to his wife as a cheat. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSFury, 25, enjoyed the best year of his boxing career last year by beating YouTube’s biggest boxing stars in Jake Paul and KSI. But he was forced to undergo hand surgery after his controversial win over KSI, 30, in October. Tommy Fury reveals huge new career as fiancee Molly-Mae says she’s ‘so proud’And he has since called out Paul, 27, to a rematch after handing the American and KSI their first and so far only boxing defeats. More

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      Repulsed reporter asks ‘seriously, Mike?’ after Tyson, 57, reveals disgusting diet ahead of Jake Paul fight

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      MIKE TYSON left a reporter repulsed after revealing his disgusting diet to fight Jake Paul.The heavyweight icon and YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul are to collide in a controversial clash on July 20 in Texas.Mike Tyson claims he is eating raw meat ahead of fighting Jake PaulCredit: Instagram @mostvaluablepromotionsReporter Damon Elliott was left stunnedCredit: Instagram @mostvaluablepromotionsAnd Tyson has been rolling back the clock in the gym and has banned himself from sex and smoking weed in training. But that is not the only eyebrow-raising reveal Iron Mike has made. Interviewer Damon Elliott said: “You look like 20-years-old. What the hell. What are you eating?” A topless Tyson, 57, responded: “Raw meat.” READ MORE IN BOXINGElliott replied: “Seriously, Mike? You’re eating raw meat?” Tyson chillingly warned: “I’m going to have to eat it now because my opponent’s going to be raw meat.” Red meats like beef and some fish can be eaten raw but it is not recommended as it harbours illness-causing bacteria.During Tyson’s prolific heyday, he ate up to 4,000 calories a day, enjoying steak, pasta, chicken, rice and fruits. Most read in BoxingCredit: The SunCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe boxing legend used to fight at 220lb (15st 7lb) during his reign of terror at heavyweight. Paul has weighed as light as 183.6lb (13st 1lb) but his last two bouts have been at the 200lb cruiserweight limit of 14st 4lb.Jake Paul reveals plan to bulk up to same size as Anthony Joshua before cutting down weight for Mike Tyson fightAlthough he revealed astonishing plans to hit 240lb (17st 1lb) in training before cutting down two stone to 220lb. He said on podcast: “I’m just getting to eat as much as possible and it turns out my body carries this weigh super well.”And I’m only growing. I think I’ll get up to 240 and probably cut down so I’m like way faster.”But if I’m training for this camp – and camp hasn’t started – but if I’m training in this camp at 240 and then I cut down to 220 it’s basically like I had a 20lb weight vest on for the whole entire camp. “So my muscles are going to be so much stronger and that speed will come through.”Paul’s plan to weigh 240lb would be FOUR STONE heavier than the 13st 1lb he scaled before losing to Tommy Fury, 24, last year.Jake Paul and Mike Tyson facing offCredit: @jakepaul More

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      Confused Tyson Fury asks ‘what does that even mean?’ after Oleksandr Usyk sends him 12-word message before fight

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      TYSON FURY was left baffled after Oleksandr Usyk sent him a 12-word message ahead of their fight. The pair of heavyweight champions meet in the heavyweight division’s first four-belt unification bout on May 18 in Saudi Arabia.Oleksandr Usyk sent Tyson Fury a 12-word message before their fightCredit: DAZNBut Fury was left completely confused by the messageCredit: DAZNAnd Fury, 35, was shown a pre-recorded message from Usyk, 37, just a week out from the historic unification bout. Usyk said down the camera: “Hey, my friend. Don’t be afraid, I will not leave you alone.”Fury was shown the message by DAZN but he did not know quite what to think of it. He said: “What does that even mean? Don’t be afraid I won’t leave you alone?”READ MORE IN BOXINGFury has spent years going back and forth with his Ukrainian rival ahead of their super-fight. The eccentric Gypsy King has blasted Usyk as a “midget”, “rabbit” and a “b***h* to name a few insults. But Fury performed a respectful U-turn on his upcoming interview during a candid interview with Queensberry Promotions. He said: “Oleksandr Usyk’s a real bad man and to underestimate Usyk you’d be a mug. So I’m training hard for him, I’m doing everything I can. Most read in BoxingTYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I respect Usyk as a man. I respect his career as well – Olympic champion, undisputed cruiserweight champion, unified heavyweight champion.”You have to respect that, I’m not fighting some guy who’s had 14 and won 11. I’m fighting the real deal – as real deal as Holyfield. Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk undisputed fight immortalised with ultra-rare watch – but only three will ever be made”I’m looking forward to the challenge. He’s a southpaw, he’s got good footwork so they say, good boxing ability, technically sound. “He’s proved he can mix it with the big heavyweights because he’s beat Anthony Joshua and Daniel Dubois. I’m messing with an elite fighter.”Fury and Usyk meet for the undisputed titleCredit: EPA More

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      Kate Abdo’s partner fires warning to Katie Price over boxing fight and reveals Carragher apologised for ‘not loyal’ joke

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      KATE ABDO’S boxing coach boyfriend revealed Jamie Carragher apologised for his “not loyal” joke made live on TV. Carragher made the awkward dig while working on CBS Sports with presenter Abdo. Malik Scott with girlfriend Kate AbdoCredit: Instagram / @kateabdoThe pair went public with their romance in a series of loved up snapsCredit: Instagram / @kateabdoScott is a former heavyweight boxer-turned-trainerCredit: Instagram / @kateabdoScott with Abdo, Thierry Henry, Jamie Carragher and Micah RichardsHe quipped “not to Malik” after host Abdo said she was loyal to her beloved Manchester United, prompting her to ask: “Why would you even ask that?”Scott – a former heavyweight boxer who now coaches Deontay Wilder – initially did not take well to the joke. And he threatened to “show up in a physical manner” if Carragher upset his partner again. But Scott was later pictured with the Liverpool legend and they were all smiles alongside Abdo. READ MORE IN BOXINGNow the retired boxer revealed Carragher apologised and the beef has been squashed. He told Casino Online In: “Jamie had an off moment and said something he shouldn’t have said – how many times in life have we all done that? “You chop it up and apologise like men, which he did, and life goes on. I respect anyone who has a mishap and is man enough to apologise to the person and the person’s partner. I felt no ill feelings when we met. “The thing that Jamie said, Kate was hurt, but they all made up and handled it collectively at the time.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”I said my piece on it, but the real thing is, we all got together and looked into each other’s eyes and had great food and great conversations. “I never had a strong opinion about Jamie Carragher, only about the things that he said, but meeting him, I really enjoyed the man’s company. Kate Abdo beams on CBS Sports as Micah Richards says she’s ‘gone up a notch’ and pokes fun of Carragher’s ‘dodgy moment’”I have the utmost respect for him, as well as the rest of the panel.” Scott, who is currently training Wilder for his return fight against Zhilei Zhang, enjoyed lunch with Carragher, Micah Richards and Thierry Henry. He revealed: “It was a good thing that I spoke up for my partner, I was standing up for the person I love. “But I have nothing but the utmost respect for Jamie, Micah and Thierry. “I love them to death and it was great to go over there and shake their hands. “We had lunch and laughed. Thierry and I shared tips on film study. It was very intriguing and refreshing to have a legend like him break down the details of his football world. “Even Jamie, there’s something I admire about him, he was a great player in his time, he’s doing a great job on television and he’s always smiling. “And Micah is the humour source of their show, they’re the best panel.”Fighting KatesScott has also been coaching Abdo ahead of a potential Misfits Boxing debut in the summer. The former Sky Sports reporter, 42, opened the door to a fight with former glamour model Katie Price, 45. And Scott warned: “Kate has been offered some Misfits action, the dates have to line up. We all know who will train her for it. “It’s something we’re going to take on when the time’s right, most likely it won’t be as early as this summer, but look out for it. She can really fight. READ MORE SUN STORIES”She’s technically very good and has a great work ethic. Technically her base is very good and she throws strong combinations. “She’s knowledgeable about boxing because of her job. She’s very interested in putting the skills she’s learnt from her partner into practice and I’m backing her. We haven’t picked an opponent yet.” Katie Price has teased a boxing fightCredit: GettyAbdo has been offered a Misfits Boxing fightCredit: Getty More

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      Tyson Fury vs Oleksandr Usyk undisputed fight immortalised with ultra-rare watch – but only three will ever be made

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      AS IF Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk’s undisputed bout wasn’t already going to down in history, it has now been immortalised with an ultra-rare watch.The pair face off in Saudi Arabia next week in the first undisputed heavyweight clash since 1999.Jacobs & Co have announced a watch to commemorate Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk’s fightCredit: Twitter @Turki_alalshikhThe watch is made from rose goldCredit: Twitter @Turki_alalshikhIt features a figurine of Tyson Fury inside itCredit: Twitter @Turki_alalshikhOleksandr Usyk is represented tooCredit: Twitter @Turki_alalshikhThe watch face resembles the world title belt and there is a hand with a boxing glove on either sideCredit: Twitter @Turki_alalshikhThe momentous occasion is being celebrated by watchmakers Jacob & Co who have created a unique watch to commemorate the fight.The watch, named Ring of Fire, features figurines of both Fury and Usyk alongside red and blue boxing gloves and a moving face that reads “Undisputed world champion” and resembles the world title belt.The incredible timepiece is made from rose gold and is based on Jacob & Co’s three-dimensional Astronomia Art collection – which boasts price tags that can reach well in excess of £400,000.This watch, however, could fetch even more than that eye-watering sum as only THREE have been made.READ MORE IN BOXINGOf those three only one will be available to the public with both Usyk and Fury gifted a watch each.The third watch will be sold by famous auction house Sotheby’s with the proceeds being donated to the Make A Wish foundation.Jacobs & Co founder Jacob Arabo said: “We’re very excited to see Fury and Usyk get into it.“At Jacob & Co we have a long history of making bespoke timepieces with and for fighters.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”It’s a privilege for us to make this limited edition Astronomia Art Ring of Fire. “Especially because proceeds from one of the timepieces will go to one of the most respectable charities. This fight is one for the ages.”Fans torn as Tyson Fury posts training clip three weeks ahead of Oleklsandr Usyk fight and boasts ‘Wish it was tonight’Tyson Fury is known for his extravagant watch collection and is already the proud owner of a Jacobs & Co Bugatti Chiron Tourbillon which retails for around £240,000.While he once wagered his gold, diamond-encrusted Rolex Daytona Rainbow Sapphire watch to whoever could beat him in the ring.When he prepared for his showdown with Dillian Whyte in 2022, he flashed another £60,000 diamond-laden 18ct timepiece from the brand.While other timepieces in his collection include a Richard Mille RM 011 Flyback Chronograph that costs over £100,000 and a Patek Philippe Nautilus Chronograph that’s worth around £90,000.TYSON FURY VS OLEKSANDR USYK: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE UNDISPUTED HEAVYWEIGHT BOUT More

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      Watch shock moment pro boxer Antonio Barrul pummels cinema-goer ‘who had hit his wife’ during Garfield movie screening

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      THIS is the shocking moment a pro boxer pummels a cinema-goer who reportedly hit his wife during a movie screening.Antonio Barrul, 25, and his three children were watching “The Garfield Movie” when he spotted a man allegedly beating his wife and a girl.Antonio Barrul was seen fighting a man who was allegedly being abusive to his partner in the cinemaCredit: Jam Press VidThe featherweight boxes was throwing punches during a screening of The Garfield MovieCredit: Jam Press VidBarrul, 25, could now be suspended or stripped of his fighting licenceCredit: Jam PressDramatic video shows the featherweight boxer walking down the steps to confront the man, seen wearing a black and white hoodie on the stage area.He goes to walk away, but is repeatedly insulted by the man and decides to confront him.The pair square off on the stage and Barrul appears to beat the man to the floor.A woman behind the camera can be heard repeatedly saying “well done” as Barrul pummelled the man in León, Spain, last Thursday.Read more boxing storiesFollowing the altercation, the allegedly abusive man was arrested by the police at the cinema and Barrul was asked to leave a statement.The alleged suspect has so far declined to file a complaint against the boxer for hitting him.But Barrul still faces an investigation by the Spanish Boxing Federation and could be suspended or stripped of his fighting licence.The boxer told local media: “He hasn’t filed a complaint, he’s probably not from León as I know everyone here and we all respect each other.”Most read in BoxingHe claimed: “He hit his wife and a girl. He threatened me and although I do not justify violence, I feel that he forced me into it.Tyson Fury’s sparring partner and ‘Britain’s Mike Tyson’ to train with Anthony Joshua after linking up with new coachBarrul can be seen walking down the stairs to confront the alleged abuserCredit: Jam Press VidThe dad of three then comes to talk to fellow cinema-goers following the brawlCredit: Jam Press VidBarrul, pictured right, is a Spanish amateur champion in the featherweight divisionCredit: Getty“He was an abuser and had to be stopped. I know violence is never the answer. I’m sorry it happened, I have children and it really hurts me.”The 25-year-old dad added he is not proud of what he did but said he’d do it again if he “saw a man mistreating a woman like that.”Barrul is considered one of the most promising boxers in Spain at the moment.He is a Spanish amateur champion in the featherweight division, and was considered the best professional debutant of 2023.The boxer has fought five professional bouts with a sixth currently in the works, as reported by NeedToKnow.How you can get helpWomen’s Aid has this advice for victims and their families:

      Always keep your phone nearby.
      Get in touch with charities for help, including the Women’s Aid live chat helpline and services such as SupportLine.
      If you are in danger, call 999.
      Familiarise yourself with the Silent Solution, reporting abuse without speaking down the phone, instead dialing “55”.
      Always keep some money on you, including change for a pay phone or bus fare.
      If you suspect your partner is about to attack you, try to go to a lower-risk area of the house – for example, where there is a way out and access to a telephone.
      Avoid the kitchen and garage, where there are likely to be knives or other weapons. Avoid rooms where you might become trapped, such as the bathroom, or where you might be shut into a cupboard or other small space.

      If you are a ­victim of domestic abuse, SupportLine is open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 6pm to 8pm on 01708 765200. The charity’s email support ­service is open weekdays and weekends during the crisis – messageinfo@supportline.org.uk.
      Women’s Aid provides a live chat service – available weekdays from 8am-6pm and weekends 10am-6pm.
      You can also call the freephone 24-hour ­National Domestic Abuse Helpline on 0808 2000 247. More

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      British rap star and actor reveals shock talks to fight Floyd Mayweather as Eddie Hearn teases UK venue

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      RAPPER Bugzy Malone has revealed shock talks to fight Floyd Mayweather. The British recording artist – real name Aaron Daniel Davies – boxed as a teenager after coming out of prison. Bugzy Malone has revealed talks to fight Floyd MayweatherCredit: @TheBugzyMaloneMayweather continues to box in exhibition boutsCredit: RexHe remains a big fan of the sport and is friends with professional fighters Lyndon Arthur and Zelfa Barrett. Bugzy – who made his acting debut in Guy Ritchie’s 2019 movie The Gentlemen – continues to train in boxing as part of his fitness regime. But in his most recent track, released on GRM Daily, the musician teased fight talks with unbeaten legend Mayweather. And during a guest appearance on Eddie Hearn’s No Passion, No Point podcast, he was probed on the callout. READ MORE IN BOXINGHearn said: “I’ve got to say, working in the boxing industry we hear everything and the one thing we keep hearing about is you fighting.”Floyd Mayweather’s name gets banded around now and then, Manchester Arena. What’s going on?”I know you’d love to do it, wouldn’t you?”Bugzy got a message from a “supporter” of his with the opportunity to work with a private jet company. Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe owner of the firm then revealed Mayweather is a client of his and wanted to fight the artist from Manchester. Bugzy, 33, said: “Now, I’ve turned down a few boxing matches because a lot of what’s going on now in the boxing space is like the YouTube boxing thing.Inside Floyd Mayweather’s gym where boxing legend trained in sweltering heat & forced sparring partners to arrive at 3am”I’m not really interested in stepping into it, so I was like, ‘Ah, OK. Who’s your client?’ And he’s like, ‘Floyd Mayweather.'”Flipping changed the whole conversation.”Bugzy claimed it was Mayweather’s dad and former trainer Floyd Sr who spotted him as a potential opponent. He said: “Before I even thought of, ‘Hold on, am I getting my head punched in there all night long?’ I just said, ‘Yeah.’ “He said, ‘Floyd Sr likes your physique, he said you look strong.’ So then we start talking to them about the weight, like, ‘What do you want me to weigh on this night?'”And they’re like, ‘Yeah, you can come in heavier.’ And I thought, ‘Flipping heck, that gives me a puncher’s chance.'”Mayweather, 47, officially retired in 2017 after beating UFC superstar Conor McGregor, 35, in a crossover clash. But he has since continued to box in exhibition bouts against names from the MMA, boxing and social media world. His last was in June 2023 against the grandson of notorious mob boss John Gotti, which he won by disqualification as a brawl broke out in the ring. Mayweather – who topped Forbes’ rich list of the decade in 2019 with over £700m made – recently took to Instagram to announce his next exhibition would be taking place in Mexico. And Bugzy remains open to facing the boxing great after turning down offers to fight in the past. He said: “That Logan Paul, I reckon he’s a decent boxer, he looks OK, he’s an athlete.”However, it looked like he caught Floyd with a shot and after it, it didn’t look like he knew exactly what to do. If I caught Floyd with a shot, I’d know what to do.”So I’d have thought one or two things are gonna happen, I’m gonna get punched up all night and I’m not going to be able to touch him or I do touch him, if I touch him, I hurt him.”If I hurt him, with the right training I reckon I could follow it up with a second phase attack and potentally get him out of there.”So I thought, feels like Floyd is still taking chances if he’s saying I can come in a bit heavier.”Obviously, I’m a busy bee, and if I’m going to take a slot out of my life to live as a proper boxer, train for flipping 12 weeks to go in a boxing ring and risk it all, I’m going to try and make it happen.READ MORE SUN STORIES”So in my long song I just mention it and I just say, ‘If Floyd really wants to fight, I’ll walk the walk.'”These YouTube guys and all that, I don’t fancy putting my name next to that. If I’m going to step out of my lane it has to really make sense.”Bugzy Malone says he has turned down boxing offers beforeCredit: Getty – Contributor More

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      Former boxing world champion, 42, retires after being warned she could go BLIND from brain damage

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      FORMER boxing world champion Heather Hardy has announced her retirement due to health fears.The 42-year-old, who lost the WBO featherweight title to Amanda Serrano in 2019, has been forced to hang up her gloves on medical advice.Former world champ Heather Hardy has announced her retirementCredit: Instagram/@heathertheheatThe star also had four pro MMA fights in BellatorHardy was due to take on Christine Ferea in a bare-knuckle bout this weekend.However, she revealed in an emotional social media statement that she has been warned that she risks going blind from brain damage if she continues to fight.That has led the New Yorker to call off this week’s fight with her unsuccessful attempt at gaining revenge against Serrano in last year’s rematch now looking certain to have been the last time fans see her in action.Hardy posted: “My fight for May 11 is off. After my fight last summer with Amanda, my vision remained blurred for a few days.READ MORE ON SPORT“I went for an MRI and to get my eyes checked while I was still in TX and it was diagnosed the after effects of a concussion [but in] six-to-eight months I should be fine.“So basically I needed a fight, and it never got better. My daughter is in college. “Everyone thinks I made millions in my career but i didn’t, I went paycheck to paycheck keeping that kid in the best neighbourhood so she could go to the best schools.“And I needed to take the fight, so long story short a month into training for Christine and everything got worse with my sight. Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”I was down to 123lb because I couldn’t eat, I wasn’t sleeping I was so weak.”Hardy continued: “I hadn’t told anyone how bad it was, not my boyfriend not my coaches. “I thought I could make it through the ten minute fight, but after a very light sparring session i couldn’t see s*** for two days.“I didn’t eat or sleep Friday to Monday, and I knew i was too weak to do this s***.“After finally seeing a doctor, he said I’ve had too many concussions. When you have a concussion, a piece of your brain dies and you never get it back. Imagine that?Watch heavyweight boxing legend savagely eat a coconut as stunned fans say ‘my teeth hurt from this’“In ten years I’ve had too much brain damage. I can’t get anymore or else I won’t be able to see. “No running, no jogging, no jumping rope, and no getting hit in the head. So I said the thing ya know what that means.”Hardy looks set to retire from boxing with a record of 24 wins and three defeats.Hardy struggled physically after her defeat to Serrano last AugustCredit: GettyShe claimed the world title by beating Shelly Vincent via unanimous decision in 2018 but lost it in her first defence to Serrano.READ MORE SUN STORIESHardy then lost via decision to Jessica Camara but bounced with successive victories over Calista Silgado and Taynna Cardoso to earn a shot at Serrano, but she lost via decision in August.The star has also competed in MMA and had four fights in Bellator, winning two and losing twice.Mike Tyson’s controversial comeback Mike Tyson is BACK!
      Yes, boxing’s youngest heavyweight champ of all time – just 20 when he achieved the feat – is preparing to lace them up again.
      He faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul on July 20 in Texas.
      The controversial clash – set for the 80,000-seat AT&T Stadium in Dallas – has been scrutinised over the 30-year age gap.
      Tyson will be 58 by the time the fight for the ages comes around and nearly 20 years removed from his last professional contest.
      He was last seen in the ring in November 2020 for an exhibition with fellow legend Roy Jones Jr, which ended a draw after eight rounds.
      Paul is meanwhile 9-1 in the ring, losing only to Tommy Fury in 2023, and has won three times since.
      His fight with Tyson will also be a landmark first on Netflix, with over 250MILLION subscribers able to watch the bout. More