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Mike Tyson reveals he smoked a joint prior to his exhibition bout with Roy Jones Jr.
Adam D Martin - November 29, 2020
Boxing legend Mike Tyson admitted that he smoked a joint prior to his exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr. on Saturday night in Los Angeles. Tyson and Jones Jr. put on an entertaining, eight-round exhibition match for the fans. At the end of the 16 scheduled minutes of fighting, the fight went to three remote judges who scored the bout as a draw. Many watching felt that Tyson had done enough to get his hand raised, but ultimately it was judged to be a draw. Considering Tyson is 54 and Jones Jr. is 51, it was pretty impressive that both men were able to go the full eight rounds they were scheduled for with no one getting seriously hurt.
Dana White reacts to Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. exhibition bout
Christopher Taylor - November 28, 2020
UFC President Dana White tuned in to watch tonight’s highly anticipated boxing exhibition between legends Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. The highly anticipated Tyson vs. Jones contest served as the main event to a six-bout pay-per-view fight card, which included Jake Paul scoring a thunderous knockout victory over former NBA star Nate Robinson.
Roy Jones Jr. reacts following exhibition bout with Mike Tyson
Christopher Taylor - November 28, 2020
Boxing legends Roy Jones Jr. and Mike Tyson turned back the clock for fight fans this evening by engaging in an exhibition bout. The highly anticipated Tyson vs. Jones contest served as the main event to a six-bout fight card, which included former NBA star Nate Robinson suffering a brutal KO loss to YouTube sensation Jake Paul.
Mike Tyson reacts following controversial draw against Roy Jones Jr.
Chris Taylor - November 28, 2020
Boxing legends Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. turned back the clock for fight fans this evening by engaging in an exhibition bout. The highly anticipated Tyson vs. Jones contest served as the main event to a six-bout fight card, which included former NBA star Nate Robinson taking on YouTube sensation Jake Paul.
Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. (Full Fight Highlights)
Chris Taylor - November 28, 2020
An exhibition bout between boxing legends Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. headlines tonight’s event at the Staples Center in Los Angeles. The highly anticipated Tyson vs. Jones contest headlines a six-bout fight card, which includes former NBA star Nate Robinson taking on YouTube sensation Jake Paul.
Pros react after Jake Paul sleeps Nate Robinson at 'Tyson vs. Jones Jr.' event
Christopher Taylor - November 28, 2020
Tonight’s Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. pay-per-view event was co-headlined by YouTube sensation Jake Paul taking on former NBA star Nate Robinson. Jake Paul (2-0) had made his boxing debut back in August of 2018, on the same card that his brother Logan squared off with KSI. That evening, Jake picked up a fifth-round TKO victory over KSI’s younger brother Deji Olatunji.
Tyson vs. Jones Results: Jake Paul sleeps Nate Robinson (Highlights)
Chris Taylor - November 28, 2020
Tonight’s Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. pay-per-view event is co-headlined by YouTube sensation Jake Paul taking on former NBA star Nate Robinson. Jake Paul (1-0) made his debut in August of 2018 on the same card that his brother Logan squared off with KSI. That night, Jake earned a fifth-round TKO victory over KSI’s younger brother Deji Olatunji.
Israel Adesanya takes a jab at the UFC's Reebok deal during 'Tyson vs. Jones Jr.' broadcast
Christopher Taylor - November 28, 2020
UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya took a jab at the promotions deal with Reebok during tonight’s ‘Tyson vs. Jones Jr.’ broadcast. ‘Stylenbener’, who is serving as a commentator for tonight’s highly anticipated Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. exhibition bout, suggested that the UFC’s deal with Reebok lacked the originality boxers are able to utilize.
Mike Tyson reveals gameplan for tonight's bout with Roy Jones Jr.
Chris Taylor - November 28, 2020
Boxing legends Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. are set to square off in a highly anticipated exhibition bout this evening at The Staples Center in Los Angeles. The highly anticipated Tyson vs. Jones contest headlines a six-bout fight card, which includes former NBA star Nate Robinson taking on YouTube sensation Jake Paul.
Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. - Live Results and Highlights
Chris Taylor - November 27, 2020
An exhibition bout between boxing legends Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. takes place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles this evening. The highly anticipated Tyson vs. Jones contest is set to headline a six-bout fight card, which includes former NBA star Nate Robinson taking on YouTube sensation Jake Paul.
Badou Jack slams "boxing politics," believes he will need to KO Jean Pascal in their rematch in order to win
Cole Shelton - November 27, 2020
Badou Jack believes there is too much politics in boxing. Although Jack is just 1-2-2 in his last five, he has been part of some controversial decisions. He lost a narrow split decision to Jean Pascal last December in a fight many thought Jack won. He also fought Adonis Stevenson to a draw where many thought he won that fight as well.
Photos | Mike Tyson, Roy Jones Jr. look phenomenal at weigh-ins ahead of Saturday's boxing match
Adam Martin - November 27, 2020
Legendary veteran boxers Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. both looked phenomenal at the official weigh-ins ahead of Saturday’s boxing match. Despite both men being in their 50s, they both made weight with no trouble on Friday afternoon and both looked great on the scales doing so. Tyson weighed in at 220.4lbs and Jones Jr. weighed in at 210lbs. Both men will be ready to go for their exhibition boxing match on Saturday night, live at the Staples Center in Los Angeles, California.
Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. pass initial VADA drug tests
Tom Taylor - November 27, 2020
Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. have both passed the drug tests administered by the Voluntary Anti-Doping Agency (VADA). Tyson, 54, and Jones, 51, will fight for a maximum of eight two-minute rounds in a special exhibition fight this Saturday in Los Angeles, California. Ahead of the bout, both men underwent VADA drug tests, and according to ESPN reporter Marc Raimondi, both passed.
Jake Paul explains why a future fight with Conor McGregor is “bound to happen”
Harry Kettle - November 27, 2020
YouTuber Jake Paul has explained why he believes a boxing fight with MMA star Conor McGregor is in his future. Paul is arguably one of the most polarizing figures on the YouTube platform, but after his successful boxing debut against AnEsonGib back in January, he’s made it crystal clear that he isn’t going anywhere. The younger Paul brother will now step into the ring once again to fight former NBA favorite Nate Robinson on this weekend’s Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. undercard.
Oscar De La Hoya suggests GGG would make for an “easy" opponent if he returns to boxing
Cole Shelton - November 26, 2020
Oscar De La Hoya believes Gennady Golovkin is an easy opponent for his return to boxing. For months now, De La Hoya has talked about returning to boxing but nothing has come to fruition. Yet, if he does return, he says he is looking for an easy high-profile fight and he believes that is taking on GGG.
Mike Tyson open to exhibition bouts against Fury, Wilder, and Joshua after Jones Jr. fight
Cole Shelton - November 26, 2020
Mike Tyson is open to fighting the current best heavyweight boxers on the planet in Tyson Fury, Deontay Wilder, and Anthony Joshua. The 54-year-old Tyson is set to return to the ring for an exhibition bout against Roy Jones Jr. this Saturday night. It is a very intriguing fight and according to Tyson, it won’t be his last exhibition bout. He says he’s open to having a charity match against the top-three heavyweights.
Ben Askren responds to challenge from Jake Paul
Tom Taylor - November 26, 2020
Former Bellator and ONE welterweight champ Ben Askren has responded to a challenge from YouTube star turned boxer, Jake Paul. Paul is slated to box former NBA player Nate Robinson on the main card of this Saturday’s Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. card. Ahead of the fight, the YouTuber set his sights on future fights with Askren, Jorge Masvidal, and Conor McGregor.
Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. boxing match betting odds update
Adam Martin - November 26, 2020
Despite being an exhibition bout, you can bet on the odds for this Saturday’s boxing match between heavyweights Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. The 54-year-old Tyson returns from a 15-year layoff when he takes on the 51-year-old Jones Jr. in the main event of Saturday’s boxing card. The event has generated controversy due to the age of the combatants and due to the unique ruleset for the main event where both fighters are being encouraged not to go for the knockout since it’s just an exhibition bout. However, the show will go on, and not only is the fight happening, but you can actually place a wager on the bout at certain sportsbooks.