Lennox Lewis Hints at Possible Rematch with Mike Tyson, Dependent on Tyson's Fight Against Jake Paul
Lennox Lewis, one of the most prominent legends of heavyweight boxing, has hinted at the possibility of returning to the ring, depending on the performance of his former rival Mike Tyson in his upcoming fight against Jake Paul. In a statement made to TMZ, Lewis expressed that he would be open to a rematch with Tyson if he emerges victorious in their scheduled bout on November 15.
The matchup between Tyson and Paul will mark the first live combat sports event broadcast on Netflix and is set to take place at AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas. Although Jake Paul is primarily known for his career as a content creator on YouTube, he has made a name for himself in the boxing world. However, facing the 58-year-old Tyson represents a completely new challenge for him.
Lewis, 59, refrained from confirming an immediate fight against Tyson. “Let’s see how he does in this fight, and then I’ll tell you afterward,” he commented, displaying caution in his decision. The pair last faced off in 2002 in a historic bout that ended with a knockout victory for Lewis in the eighth round, following a heated altercation at a press conference that drew significant media attention.
Both boxers earned a purse of $17.5 million for that iconic clash. Lewis also noted that Tyson has a chance of defeating Paul, despite the 31-year age difference between the two fighters. “I haven’t seen him lately to know if he can take it, but I’ve seen him without a shirt, and he looks muscular. Of course he can take it; you know, if he’s trained enough or in good shape, he should be able to handle it,” Lewis remarked, expressing confidence in Tyson’s physical endurance.
The controversial matchup between Tyson and Paul has generated significant excitement and a variety of opinions. The potential for a rematch between Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis adds another layer of intrigue to the boxing landscape. If Tyson manages to defeat Paul, fans could be treated to a legendary showdown once more, even if it were just an exhibition match.
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