We just spoke with Mike Tyson and asked him the question everyone wants to know – is this a real-deal fight or more of a goofy, fun show?
Tyson insists he will be going FULL FORCE — telling ” Live,” “Anybody who knows me, I don’t know how to [take my foot off the gas]. I just know one way of fighting and that’s just what it is.”
In other words, Tyson says it’s a REAL FIGHT.
Tyson also insists he’s not doing the fight to get rich — his cut is all going to charity because he’s dedicated his life to helping people.
The boxing legend admits he’s been through hell with cocaine, booze and weight issues — and is now a completely different person, focused on health and philanthropy.
We also spoke with Roy Jones Jr. who’s very excited for the fight — telling us he’s been ready for this for years!
Roy knows Tyson will be head-hunting from the opening bell — but insists he’s got a HUGE conditioning advantage over Mike.
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“If he don’t kill quick, he’s got problems on his hands,” Roy tells 360aproko Sports … “If he don’t get it quick, his ass belongs to me!”
“I know what it feels to go 8 rounds, he done forgo — y’all must’ve forgot — you heard me??!”
MIKE TYSON JUST BOOKED HIS FIRST COMEBACK FIGHT — AND IT’S AGAINST ROY JONES JR.!!
The 54-year-old boxing legend has been training his ass off to get back in the ring … and now, we’ve learned his first opponent is one of the greatest fighters EVER!
“Iron” Mike will take on Roy Jones Jr. on Sept. 12 in an 8-round exhibition being called Frontline Battle — available on Pay-per-view and on the social media platform, Triller.
We’re told the fight will take place in California — and will be sanctioned by the California State Athletic Commission.
The event will include an undercard and live musical performances from top artists — and since Triller is backed by big stars like Snoop, Lil Wayne, Future, The Weeknd, Pitbull, Marshmello and more — the entertainment should be pretty solid!
FYI, Triller is a rapidly growing social media platform that’s gunning to take over the TikTok crowd — and while it’s previously focused on music (including partnerships with major labels) it’s now making a concentrated foray into live events including sports.
Tyson has been talking about a comeback for months and got some massive offers — so, we’re guessing Triller shelled out some big bucks to land the rights to his first comeback fight.
There’s more … we’ve also learned Triller locked up the rights to a 10-part docuseries featuring Mike and Roy preparing for their fight … with 2 episodes dropping every week until fight night, streaming on the platform.
As for the combatants, RJJ is 51 — and held titles in 4 different weight classes … middleweight, super middleweight, light heavyweight and heavyweight.
Roy most recently fought in Feb. 2018 — but he’s been training constantly and feels he can compete with Tyson.
Of course, Tyson hasn’t had a pro fight since June 2005 … and battled substance abuse and weight issues after he stepped away.
But now, Tyson says he’s made health and fitness a priority again — and wants to get back into the ring to help raise money for charity.
Tyson had previously told us his sights were set on Evander Holyfield in a comeback fight … and we’re told that’s still a possibility down the road — but first up is Roy.
RJJ has had 75 pro fights — with an unreal 66-9 record. He’s got victories over guys like Antonio Tarver, Felix Trinidad, James Toney, Bernard Hopkins and Vinny Paz.
Tyson was 50-6 as a pro — with victories over guys like Larry Holmes, Michael Spinks, Trevor Berbick and more.
