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Despite $100,000,000 Offer, Ailing Mike Tyson Once Refused Boxing Match Against WWE Star

Himakshu Vyas
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Despite $100,000,000 Offer, Ailing Mike Tyson Once Refused Boxing Match Against WWE Star

Mike Tyson, a prominent figure in boxing history, emerged as one of the highest-earning athletes of his time. With an impressive record of over 50 victories, including 44 knockouts, Tyson dominated the boxing ring. However, despite his immense success, he faced a significant setback in his financial situation over the following decade. Interestingly, even after retiring from professional boxing, Tyson had the opportunity to partake in a single fight against a WWE superstar, which could have potentially garnered him around hundred million dollars.

In 2020, ailing Mike Tyson made a notable decision to come out of retirement and face off against Roy Jones Jr. in a highly anticipated match. Despite the allure of substantial financial compensation, Tyson surprisingly declined an offer to fight the WWE superstar for a staggering $100 million.

While the prospect of such a lucrative payout may have enticed many, Tyson’s disinterest in the encounter indicates that there are other factors at play influencing his decisions within the boxing realm.

Mike Tyson gave up a $100 million fight offer against Logan Paul

During his appearance on the Full Send podcast with Nelk Boys and Dana White, Mike Tyson disclosed that the WWE superstar who challenged him was none other than Logan Paul. In their conversation, Tyson mentioned that Logan Paul extended an offer of $100 million for Tyson to face him inside the boxing ring.

Tyson said, “Like something’s missing. I give it to … boom, I’m losing muscle mass. Boom, it’s something. It’s always something different. And I don’t know, I’m just … guys want to fight me for 100 million bucks. I don’t think I’ll ever do stuff like that anymore.”

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Logan Paul, a prominent figure in the celebrity boxing realm, possesses significant drawing power. Having already fought renowned boxer Floyd Mayweather and generating substantial pay-per-view revenues, Paul’s presence in the sport is undeniable.

However, despite Logan’s appeal and the lucrative offer on the table, Tyson made the conscious decision not to engage in a fight with him due to his age and loss of fitness. Furthermore, even Dana White, a notable figure in combat sports, expressed his reluctance to see Tyson return to the ring.

Dana White wants Tyson to stay retired

UFC’s leading figure, Dana White, has been vocal about his disapproval of his longtime friend Mike Tyson returning to the boxing ring. This is not the first occasion on which White has expressed such sentiments to Tyson, as their friendship spans a considerable period of time. Similarly during the podcast White is relieved to know that Tyson chose not to take Paul up on his offer.

Nevertheless, whenever White broached the subject with Tyson, it would elicit an angry response from the former heavyweight champion. Given Tyson’s age of 56, White firmly believes that it is no longer advisable for him to engage in fights. Instead, on the podcast White encourages Tyson to focus on his venture called “Tyson 2.0” and explore alternative avenues to generate income.

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Himakshu Vyas

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Himakshu Vyas, is a journalist with a passion for uncovering the truth and crafting captivating narratives. With a decade of die-hard Manchester United support and a love for soccer and MMA, Himakshu brings a unique perspective to the world of sports. His daily indulgence in MMA training keeps him fit and gives him the athlete's point of view. He's a huge fan of UFC's 'The Notorious' Connor McGregor and Jon Jones, admiring their dedication and discipline. When he's not exploring the world of sports, Himakshu loves to travel and cook, putting his own spin on different cuisines. Ready to deliver exceptional content, this dynamic and motivated journalist is always eager to share his insights with readers.

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