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      Mike Tyson threw up blood before passing out in medical emergency then ignored doctors’ advice NOT to fight Jake Paul

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      MIKE TYSON has opened up on his mile-high medical emergency – which had him throwing up blood and “defecating tar.”The boxing icon was left hospitalised after he fell ill during a flight from Miami to Los Angeles in May.Mike Tyson has revealed the extent of his summer health scareCredit: EPAThe 58-year-old fell ill during a flight from Miami to LACredit: Instagram / @miketysonHis bout against Jake Paul was postponed following the discovery of a stomach ulcerCredit: GettyTyson, 58, had been due to battle YouTuber Jake Paul, 27, just weeks later in a remarkable comeback dust-up. The fight was postponed following the incident and will now be held next weekend.Iron Mike has revealed doctors found a two-and-a-half-inch ulcer in his stomach.Tyson told Netflix: “A week and a half [before the incident] I was training and I was doing great. READ MORE ON MIKE TYSON”Then I started feeling tired. I was explaining to my trainer, I don’t know what is wrong with me. “Coming [to LA] from Miami on the plane, I went to the bathroom and I threw up blood. “The next thing I knew I was on the floor. I was defecating tar.”The upcoming bout was immediately postponed after Tyson’s health scare, with doctors telling him to “take it slow exercise-wise.”Most read in BoxingBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA defiant Tyson continued: “I went to the hospital and they found I had an ulcer. It was two and a half inches, it was bleeding. “All my friends were calling me like I was dying. Jake Paul offered WORLD TITLE fight by champ in 2025 if he beats Mike Tyson”I asked the doctor whether I was going to die and she didn’t say no. She said we have options though. That’s when I got nervous.”I just wanted to get out of that f***ing hospital bed. I don’t want to die in a hospital bed. I want to die in the ring.”Tyson and Paul are now due to fight at Dallas’ AT&T Stadium on November 15. Texas Licensing Regulators will assess Iron Mike the day before the bout to check he is medically fit to fight as a pro. Iron Mike and Paul will now do battle on November 15 – if doctors give Tyson the green lightCredit: GettyJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTThe fight – which is being streamed live on Netflix – could be downgraded from a professional bout to an exhibition depending on the result of Tyson’s scan.And it could even be cancelled entirely if doctors are worried about the heavyweight icon’s well-being. Tyson last stepped into the ring in an exhibition against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020. 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. Before that, the former heavyweight’s last professional fight was a TKO loss to Kevin McBride in June 2005.Nicknamed The Baddest Man on the Planet, Tyson is one of the most feared boxers of all time. He reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990, before retaking the WBA crown in a remarkable comeback six years later.READ MORE SUN STORIESIron Mike won 50 of his 58 bouts, including 44 of those by way of knockout.Paul in the other hand has win ten of his 11 fights, with just one loss to Tommy Fury. More

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      Mike Tyson, 58, drops major hint on retirement decision after fight with Jake Paul, 27, on Netflix

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      MIKE TYSON has hinted that he’s open to prolonging his boxing career after his controversial bout with Jake Paul next Saturday.Tyson, 58, faces YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul on November 15 in a fight widely criticised over the 30-year age gap.Mike Tyson might eye another fight after he faces Jake PaulTyson and Paul go head-to-head on November 11 with the fight set to be shown on NetflixThe former undisputed heavyweight world champ ended his professional career back in 2005 when he quit on his stool against Kevin McBride.He fought in an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, but shocked the world earlier this year when he agreed terms to step back into the ring once more against 27-year-old Paul.But despite health concerns leading to the fight being postponed from its initial July date, Tyson is willing to consider more fights in the future after facing Paul.When asked by talkSPORT whether he plans to fight again, he replied: “It’s a possibility.”READ MORE ON MIKE TYSONOn the types of sparring partners he’s trained with, Tyson added: “Guys that emulate Jake.”I bring some big strong guys in to help me. I got a lot of movers and a couple of big guys to pretty much go head-to-head with.”Tyson was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date.He suffered an ulcer flare up in his stomach but has since been deemed medically fit to continue training.Most read in BoxingFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSTyson is also required to undergo additional brain and hearts checks ahead of his fight along with pre-bout drug testing alongside Paul.Paul, 27, has 10 wins and only one loss in the boxing ring, losing a 2023 split-decision to Tommy Fury, 25.Jake Paul’s own coach admitted he CAN’T beat Mike Tyson in newly emerged footage ahead of mega Netflix fightAnd British boxing great Lennox Lewis also refused to rule out a return to the ring.Lewis, 59, will have a keen eye on the controversial clash after being probed on a rematch with Iron Mike.He told TMZ: “Let’s see how he makes out in this fight, and then I’ll tell you after.”Lennox Lewis will contemplate a return to boxing to rematch Tyson More

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      Jake Paul’s own coach admitted he CAN’T beat Mike Tyson in newly emerged footage ahead of mega Netflix fight

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      JAKE PAUL’S own boxing coach told him that he had no chance of beating Mike Tyson.Paul takes to the ring with Iron Mike next week as the pair battle it out live on Netflix.Jake Paul’s own team told him he couldn’t beat Mike TysonCredit: GettyThe fight has garnered plenty of attention, not least because of the shock of a 58-year-old Tyson is coming out of retirement.But one person who isn’t shocked is Jake Paul, who seemingly manifested this fight back in 2021 – albeit without the support of one of his coaches.In a video posted on Paul’s social media, the 27-year-old internet personality seemingly came up with the “crazy idea” to take on Mike Tyson over three years ago.Ahead of his third ever pro fight, a win over Ben Askren, Paul said to his coaches: “I just came up with a crazy idea. Do you think I can beat Mike Tyson?”READ MORE ON BOXINGBut it was clear that back then his team had little confidence that he could get the better of the former undisputed world heavyweight champion.Paul was greeted with a blunt response from one coach, who simply laughed and said: “F*** no!”But Paul even showed ambition for the fight all those years ago, asking: “Not even in a year from now?”His team were firm that they didn’t fancy his chances, explaining: “Mike Tyson just got s*** he knows how to do bro that’s just… he’s just a dog.”Most read in BoxingJake Paul asked his coach if he thought he could beat Mike Tyson in 2021Credit: instagram @jakepaulPaul’s coaching staff were clear that he wouldn’t be able toCredit: instagram @jakepaulCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSPaul’s team certainly seem to have faith in him now with the mega-money fight now just a matter of days away.Since that day, Paul has won a further eight fights – losing just once at the hands of Tommy Fury.Jake Paul makes training decision for Mike Tyson fight after dramatically losing TWO STONE for last fightWhile Tyson hasn’t stepped into the pro ring since 2005, and hasn’t won since 2003.Paul certainly appears confident ahead of the Texas dance, posting the clip alongside a caption that read: “The Gods always knew, 12 days to destiny.”Three and a half years ago my team laughed at my idea to fight Mike Tyson. “My own coach told me I had no chance to beat the man. They say impossible, I say let’s find out.”Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will come to blows on November 15Credit: GettyJake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles comparedONE is a notorious YouTuber-turned-boxer who has taken the sport by storm.The other terrorised all in the ring in the 1980s and 1990s, famously biting the ear off an opponent in one fight.Iron Mike has rebuilt his life after squandering a £300m fortune with a cannabis empire, and is a huge advocate of the drug.And as Paul has continued to rise up the ranks, he has splashed the cash on a fleet of amazing cars.Whereas Tyson had more money than sense until a £15m debt saw him part with his cherished car collection.Paul now lives in a plush mansion worth £13m in Puerto Rico, after escaping his hectic life in LA.But these days, Tyson lounges in his Vegas property he paid £2.5m for with wife Lakiha, who he married in 2009. Paul is not yet married but is smitten with his speed skater girlfriend  Jutta Leerdam. She will be by his side when her man puts his 9-1 boxing record on the line against two-time heavyweight champ Tyson on July 20.Read more: Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson’s lifestyles compared, from The Problem Child’s £13m mansion to Iron Mike’s huge cannabis empire. More

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      Mike Tyson vows to ‘SLAUGHTER’ Jake Paul and drags his own mother into war of words ahead of Netflix fight

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      MIKE TYSON has vowed to “SLAUGHTER” Jake Paul in their fight and dragged his own mother into the war of words. The heavyweight great returns to the ring on November 15 for a controversial clash against YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul.Mike Tyson gives Jake Paul a shoveCredit: AFPTyson’s mum Lorna, who passed away from cancer in 1982It will be Tyson’s first professional fight in almost 20 YEARS – but he remains unfazed by the task at hand. He told talkSPORT: “I see him running around, I have to catch him and slaughter him. “No, [I don’t fear him] because he stepped into the ring. If my mother steps in the ring, she has a problem with me. “Whoever’s in that ring, they have a problem. Don’t go in the ring if you don’t want that problem.”READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson’s mum Lorna actually passed away from cancer in 1982 when the boxing legend was just 16. He was raised by his trainer and mentor Cus D’Amato and the coach’s wife Camille Ewald. But D’Amato also died in 1985 just a year before Tyson became the youngest heavyweight champion of all time aged only 20. That kickstarted Iron Mike’s run as the Baddest Man on The Planet, which involved two title reigns. Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSBut he threw the towel in on his career in 2005 after quitting on his stool against Kevin McBride, who also works as a tree surgeon. Tyson did return for a 2020 exhibition with American great Roy Jones Jr – but it was nothing but a glorified sparring session between two icons.Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fightNow he will put his illustrious record on the line against 10-1 Paul – who only debuted in 2020. It has been professionally sanctioned over eight two-minute rounds – opposed to the usual three – with bigger 14oz gloves to be worn. Tyson will also have to undertake additional brain and heart tests due to his age after pulling out of the initial July 20 date due to a health precaution. He suffered an ulcer flare-up in his stomach during a flight but was later passed medically fit to resume training. And he talked down Paul’s chances of victory when probed on the controversial 30-YEAR age gap between them. He said: “He’s a good little fighter, but he only has [11] fights. That’s considered an amateur in our field.” More

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      Mike Tyson insists £60m Jake Paul fight is NOT for the money and reveals why he accepted controversial Netflix bout

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      MIKE TYSON insists his £60million match against Jake Paul is NOT money-motivated. The heavyweight great returns to the ring on November 15 for a controversial clash against YouTuber-turned-boxer Paul.Mike Tyson facing off with Jake PaulCredit: GettyIt will mark Netflix’s first foray into live boxing with the pair to split a massive $80million (£60m) purse down the middle. But Tyson – who blew through £250m during his superstar heyday – claims he is not back in boxing because of the mega-bucks on offer.He said: “The money from this fight is not going to change my lifestyle. This is not for financial reasons.“My life is not gonna change, not one per cent after this fight, I will always be able to live this way and I’m just doing it because I wanna test myself.”READ MORE IN BOXINGTyson returns for his first professional bout since 2005 – almost 20 YEARS after quitting on his stool against tree surgeon Kevin McBride. But he does so to headline in front of an expected crowd of nearly 80,000 at the Dallas Cowboy’s NFL stadium.Reflecting on his career, Tyson said: “Boxing’s changed tremendously and I mean, I’m doing it more so now changing it by doing this fight.“So I’m a part of boxing changing as well. When you think about it, not being egotistical, who else can do this?Most read in BoxingJAKE PAUL VS MIKE TYSON: ALL THE DETAILS YOU NEED AHEAD OF HUGE BOUTCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“Just think about it. Go ahead and I’m not trying to jerk myself off, but who else could do this? Nobody, huh?”Tyson’s already slammed comeback faced further scrutiny when he was was forced to pull out of the initial July 20 date due to a health precaution.Mike Tyson reveals his kids’ reaction to accepting Jake Paul fight after admitting they are FANS of YouTube star Iron Mike suffered an ulcer flare-up in his stomach during a flight – but has since been passed medically fit to resume training.Although he will also have to undergo extra heart and brain checks due to his age while both will be subject to drug testing. Amid the safety concerns, Tyson hit back: “I’m just doing really well.“I’m very grateful that I’m doing well. I’m just looking forward to the fight, really looking forward to it.”Even when Tyson last fought two decades ago it was clear to see his days as the Baddest Man on The Planet were far behind him. But he says just a fraction of his brilliant best will be enough to beat 10-1 Paul. He said: “When you think about it regardless of how old I am, this guy only has ten fights.“He only has ten fights, if I can fight a little bit with my experience, he only has ten f***ing fights, okay?READ MORE SUN STORIES“If I can fight 10 per cent of what I was, he only has ten fights, he couldn’t match that.“And that’s being sincere. If I’m 10 per cent, he can’t match it.” More

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      Mike Tyson, 58, sparks concern as he says he ‘wants to die in the ring’ ahead of Jake Paul fight in new Netflix video

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      MIKE TYSON sparked concern after declaring he “wants to die in the ring” ahead of November’s fight against Jake Paul.Boxing legend Tyson will step into the ring against the social media star on November 15, with the fight being shown live on Netflix.Mike Tyson has sparked concern ahead of his bout with Jake PaulThe pair fight each other in Texas next monthCredit: AFPThe two men were initially due to face each other in July.But the date was postponed after Tyson suffered a health problem just weeks before.The former heavyweight king claimed to have an “ulcer flare-up” after being taken ill on a flight.And some feel the 58-year-old, who has not had a sanction fight in two decades, is risking his health against 28-year-old Paul.READ MORE IN BOXINGNow, Tyson has sparked more concern after admitting he would rather “die in the ring” than a hospital bed.The icon acknowledges the threat he faces in Paul, who has suffered just one defeat in 10 pro bouts.And Tyson reckons he will be “immortal” if he ends up securing victory at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.Speaking in a Netflix clip, Tyson said: “I don’t do anything if I don’t risk being embarrassed. Like now I want to fight this young motherf****r.Most read in BoxingCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS“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.”Tyson was also praised by adviser Gene Kilroy, who used to be the manager of legendary boxer Muhammad Ali.Mike Tyson looks ripped at 58 as former heavyweight champ shows off impressive physique before Jake Paul fightKilroy said to Tyson: “This is the strongest I’ve ever seen you and I’ve known you since you were 13. This impressed the s**t out of me, nothing impresses me.“I’m proud of you Mike, you’ve done more workouts than what I saw you do when you fought Lennox Lewis.“Different era brother, it’s a whole new ball game.” More

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      ‘Watching Arsenal is like watching Netflix… you always have to wait for the next season’, says Man Utd legend

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      PATRICE EVRA stunned fans as he took aim at Arsenal with a brutal joke.The Manchester United legend did not hide his feelings as he appeared on the podcast of pal and former teammate Rio Ferdinand.Patrice Evra took aim at Arsenal as he compared their title challenge to a Netflix seriesCredit: X / rioferdy5Arsenal know all about fly-on-the-wall TV documentariesCredit: ReutersEvra mainly spent the time discussing United’s sacking of Erik ten Hag.But he could not resist having a pop at Arsenal after he and Ferdinand were joined by a Gunners fan for a lively debate.As both sides argued their case for who would enjoy the better campaign, Evra showed no mercy with a Netflix-themed joke at Arsenal’s expense.The Gunners famously allowed themselves to be filmed for a fly-on-the-wall documentary, which appeared on Netflix’s rival Amazon Prime Video.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd Evra likened Arsenal’s recent title-chasing form to waiting for the next series of a TV show.Evra said: “Watching Arsenal is like watching Netflix.“You always have to wait for the next season!“Trust me, every season is going to be like that so don’t even get involved. “I’m really nice, peaceful. Of course, United right now is a disaster.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS“But please don’t speak about Arsenal because now, what, you’re going to cry for the referee, come on.”Fans reacted in mixed fashion to Evra’s comments.Paul Pogba was brought back to Man Utd to HUMILIATE Sir Alex Ferguson – I told him not to return, says Patrice EvraRio Ferdinand found Evra’s quip to be hilariousCredit: X / rioferdy5One said: “Arsenal: Next season we will show you another way of bottling the title.”Another declared: “‘But we pushed Pep all the way last season’.”One noted: “Have you looked at the table recently, your team is beyond a joke.”Another added: “Arsenal fans bookmark this and we cook him later.” More

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      Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson: UK start time, ring-walks, live stream, TV channel, full undercard for massive fight

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      MIKE TYSON will return to the ring for the first time since 2020 to face internet sensation Jake Paul next month.The Problem Child overcame Mike Perry with a brutal eighth-round stoppage in back July – but he faces a completely different challenge in ‘Iron Mike’ next.Mike Tyson pushed Jake Paul when they faced off at the last presserCredit: AFPMike Tyson and Jake Paul will collide at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, TexasCredit: APPaul has won all three of his fights since losing to Tommy Fury a year-and-a-half ago. Tyson, 58, returns to the ring in controversial circumstances, with many of the opinion the boxing legend shouldn’t fighting again. Tyson’s last bout came in an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr in 2020, of which Paul was on the undercard against former NBA player Nate Robinson.When is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson? Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson has been rescheduled for Friday, November 15.The fight was originally set for July 20 – but was moved back after Tyson’s health issues.The main card is set to start at 1am in the early hours of Saturday, November 16. Paul vs Tyson, the main event, will get going from around 4am GMT. The bout will be hosted at the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.READ MORE IN BOXINGJake Paul will take on Mike Tyson at a new dateCredit: @Netflix / XWhy was Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson postponed?Mike Tyson’s health issues forced him to put his training on hold.The former world champion suffered a medical emergency on board a flight in May as a result of an ulcer flare up.Netflix, who were set to show the fight, released a statement announcing the cancellation.It reads: “Unfortunately Jake Paul and Mike Tyson will not face-off on July 20 as planned. Tyson’s recent ulcer flare up has limited his ability to train fully for the next few weeks.Most read in Boxing”The fight will be rescheduled for a date later this year after Mike’s able to resume training with no limitations and both fighters can have equal time to prepare for this once-in-a-lifetime matchup!”Tyson required medical assistance from paramedics on board a flight from Miami to LA.He felt nauseous and dizzy though his publicist said he was feeling “very good” after treatment.What TV channel is Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson on and can it be live streamed?Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson will be broadcast exclusively on Netflix.It will be the streaming giant’s first venture into combat sports.Jake Paul confirmed on X that the bout with Mike Tyson will be available to all Netflix subscribers at no additional cost.What’s been said?On the announcement of the huge fight, Paul said: “It’s crazy to think that in my second pro fight, I went viral for knocking out Nate Robinson on Mike Tyson’s undercard. “Now, less than four years later, I’m stepping up to face Tyson myself to see if I have what it takes to beat one of boxing’s most notorious fighters and biggest icons.”Within just two and a half years of founding MVP, we’re about to produce the biggest fight in history, a fight in the biggest NFL stadium in the US, broadcast live, on the biggest streaming platform in the world – a testament to all we’ve accomplished in such a short amount of time.”Whether you’re tuning in on Netflix or showing out in person, whether you’re team Paul or team Tyson, or whether you’re a lifelong boxing fan or watching your first fight, you’re not going to want to miss this event.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMike Tyson has also spoken about the fight with Paul on July 20, he said: “I started him on his boxing journey on the undercard of my fight with Roy Jones Jr and now I plan to finish him.”Paul vs Tyson full cardJake Paul vs. Mike TysonKatie Taylor vs. Amanda Serrano 2 – for IBF, WBA, WBC and WBO lightweight titlesMario Barrios vs. Abel Ramos – for WBC welterweight titleNeeraj Goyat vs. Whindersson NunesShadasia Green vs. Melinda WatpoolLucas Bahdi vs. Corey MarksmanBruce Carrington vs. Dana Coolwell More