Hold onto your gloves, boxing fans! That highly anticipated exhibition match between titans Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. is officially on ice. The fight, originally slated for this spring, has been pushed back to the fall due to an injury sustained by ‘Iron Mike’ himself.
Tyson’s Broken Hand Causes Delay
Promoters Richard Miele and Craig Miele confirmed that the 59-year-old Tyson suffered a broken hand during his training sessions. While the 49-year-old Mayweather will still face Tyson, a new date and venue are yet to be announced. Promoters have promised to share updated details ‘shortly,’ so stay tuned!
This delay means the clash, initially planned with ties to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, will now happen in a different season. It’s a significant shift, especially considering Tyson’s injury has been a topic of discussion for a while.
A Look Back at the Injury Rumors
Back in March, fans noticed Tyson sporting a cast on his right arm. During an interview on The Ariel Helwani Show, he downplayed it, calling it a ‘little sprain’ and emphasizing his intense training style. He even used the moment to motivate other fighters, saying, ‘This is what fighters should be thinking right now about me. ‘How can this guy be 60 years old and break all the records?’’
Although the cast was later absent during his trip to Thailand, promoters have now clarified that the former heavyweight champion was indeed dealing with a broken hand. It’s a tough break, literally, for fans eager to see these two legends in the ring.
Mayweather’s Busy Schedule
Adding another layer to this story, Floyd Mayweather Jr. is also gearing up for a different major fight. He’s scheduled to face Manny Pacquiao in a professional bout this September in Las Vegas. It seems both boxing icons have a lot on their plates!
While the delay is disappointing, it ensures that when Tyson and Mayweather finally do step into the ring, they’ll be as prepared as possible. We’ll be keeping an eye out for those updated fight details!
What do you think about the postponement of the Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr. fight? Are you still excited for the bout? Let us know in the comments below!
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