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Fury announced his career was over after his recent defeat by Oleksandr Usyk but has made U-turns before.

Saudi Arabian boxing chief Turki Alalshikh has suggested he will try and talk Tyson Fury out of his latest retirement, but already has contingency plans for Anthony Joshua if a bout between the pair cannot be arranged.

Alalshikh, a member of the Saudi royal court and a major powerbroker behind the kingdom’s move into the sport, said he would give Fury some time but does not appear convinced that his decision to walk away is final.

The self-styled ‘Gypsy King’ announced his in-ring career was over after his recent defeat by Oleksandr Usyk but has made U-turns in the past after claiming he was retired.

Speaking on talkSPORT, Alalshikh said: “As a fan of boxing, I don’t like it. We want to see Tyson in more big fights, but I can understand his decision.

“But over time this decision can change. I will support him and discuss it with him. I will leave him for some time to be with his family, then we can discuss it.”

A long-discussed clash with Joshua would generate enormous interest, and doubtless a huge payday if the 36-year-old could be tempted back.

Alalshikh, though, shot down the more outrageous claims about a possible purse and has already considered American Deontay Wilder as an alternative for Joshua.

“A lot of rumours don’t help us. No-one will propose £500million for a fight, these numbers are incorrect,” he said.

“And if Tyson is not available why not Joshua and Wilder? If you want something about the British markets, I want to see Joshua and Wilder now.”

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Why Gervonta Davis Names The Top 3 Greatest Fighters Of All Time

Gervonta Davis has named who he believes to be the three best boxers to ever lace up a pair of gloves.

Davis is currently carving his own legacy, having put together an undefeated record of 30-0, with 28 of those victories coming by knockout.

He is the current WBA lightweight champion, with his next defence coming in March against Lamont Roach, and ‘Tank’ has also held world honours at super-featherweight and super-lightweight.

When it came to naming who he saw as the greatest of all time, Davis had three fighters in mind whilst speaking to PBC.

“Floyd Mayweather. Sugar Ray Leonard. Pernell Whitaker.”

Davis worked with Floyd Mayweather during the early stages of his career, so it isn’t a surprise to see him praising the boxing legend, even though there relationship has been strained as of late.

Mayweather retired with a perfect record of 50-0, winning world titles in five weight classes from super-featherweight to super-welterweight, beating the likes of Manny Pacquiao, Oscar De La Hoya, Shane Mosley, Miguel Cotto and Juan Manuel Marquez along the way.

Sugar Ray Leonard was another that excelled in multiple divisions, becoming a five-weight world champion, and undisputed at welterweight.

Davis worked with Floyd Mayweather during the early stages of his career, so it isn’t a surprise to see him praising the boxing legend, even though there relationship has been strained as of late.

Mayweather retired with a perfect record of 50-0, winning world titles in five weight classes from super-featherweight to super-welterweight, beating the likes of Manny Pacquiao, Oscar De La Hoya, Shane Mosley, Miguel Cotto and Juan Manuel Marquez along the way.

Sugar Ray Leonard was another that excelled in multiple divisions, becoming a five-weight world champion, and undisputed at welterweight.

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Turki Alalshikh names Anthony Joshua fight he wants to make next if Tyson Fury is not available

Turki Alalshikh wants to see Anthony Joshua vs Deontay Wilder next.

The Saudi boxing chief has vowed to deliver boxing’s craziest year in 2025, and a fight between Joshua and Wilder would arguably live up to that expectation.

On Monday, Tyson Fury announced his intention to retire from boxing in a short social media statement that asserted his journey in the squared circle had ‘been a blast’.

‘The Gypsy King’ suffered his second straight defeat to Oleksandr Usyk in December. but hadn’t yet announced his future plans in the sport.

He had been heavily linked with a two-fight deal against Joshua this year, however, those plans have now been thrown out the window following Fury’s recent revelation.

Alalshikh joined talkSPORT’s White and Jordan on Thursday to discuss Fury’s announcement and what he has planned for Joshua next.

The boxing chief admitted he plans to hold talks with Fury over his future in boxing with fans still desperate to see an all-British heavyweight encounter against AJ.

But if that is not an option – Alalshikh believes Wilder is the next best thing.

“If you want something about the British markets, I want to see Joshua and Wilder now,” he said.

“If Tyson is not available why not Joshua and Wilder?”

Wilder has lost four of his last five fight, suffering two defeats to Fury in 2020 and 2021 before knocking out Finland’s Robert Helenius.

But he failed to carry any momentum into his subsequent bouts, as he fell to Joseph Parker and Zhilei Zhang, which both took place in Saudi Arabia in what turned out to be two very shocking defeats.

However, a commercial blockbuster deal with Joshua will always be on the cards due to Wilder’s history with Fury and his devastating knockout power.

Simon Jordan agreed with Alalshikh, but threw another name into the mix as another suitable opponent for AJ.

“I can understand why people would want to see it,” Jordan said.

“I mean I’d like to see Joshua fight someone like [Martin] Bakole. I think there’s real jeopardy in that fight.

“I’d like to see Joshua fighting someone that was at the front of their career.”

Alalshikh interrupted: “We finished the deal with Bakole against the Nigerian fighters. [Efe] Ajagba or something like that.

“We finished that as they must do it because this is mandatory for the IBF.

“Then after that we are open to see Joshua also against Bakole.

“I want to see this fight right. I want to see it but you know where I want to see it. I want to see it in Africa.”

Bakole has been in ‘advanced negotiations’ to face Efe Ajagba in an IBF final eliminator to decide the major sanctioning body’s mandatory.

Dubois is the current IBF champion and is set to defend his belt against Parker on February 22.

Wilder, meanwhile, has reportedly signed his side of a deal to face journeyman boxer Curtis Harper in the spring, therefore it’s likely a fight with Joshua would come towards the end of 2025.

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Reason Why Mike Tyson spends part of the millions he won in his fight against Jake Paul on a mansion

Iron Mike Tyson has splashed some of his $20m earnings from taking on Jake Paul on a new mansion, months after the 58-year-old’s humiliating defeat at the AT&T Stadium on November 15.

The former undisputed heavyweight champion cut a timid figure and a shadow of his reputation in front of 80,000 fans, as 60 million people tuned in to Netflix to watch the final performance of his professional career.

Paul simply outclassed him with youth, save for a few moments when the ex-boxing supremo threatened to break the 27-year-old’s guard. The decision was such a foregone conclusion that The Problem Child spent the final seconds of the final round bowing before his rival.

Nonetheless, Tyson got paid handsomely to secure his long-term future and that of his family too; which includes a wife and six living children, after Exodus tragically died in 2009 at the age of four.

Now he reveals he’s spent most of that fortune on $13m a new home in Florida, two months after the night in Texas. Located by Delray Beach, the Tierra del Rey Estates mansion spans 2.7 acres and has a lake close by.

The purchase was completed on January 8 and includes Mike’s full name on the special warranty deed along with Lakiha “Kiki” Tyson (nee Spencer), his faithful wife of 15-and-a-half years.

Tyson grateful to survive Jake Paul

Cash aside, it was a gutsy move for Tyson to get back into the ring considering his age and the risk of heart and brain issues from punch damage and the extreme cardio of a professional bout.

Particularly considering the ulcer he received aboard a flight that forced the initial date of June 20 to be pushed back by months to allow him enough time to recover.

So despite signing off his time in the ring with a timid defeat, it’s worth reflecting on how far he came just to get to that position in the first place and that’s what he chose to remind his fans of.

“This is one of those situations when you lost but still won,” Tyson said online of his November 15 fight, perhaps alluding to securing his financial future. “I’m grateful for last night.

“No regrets to get in ring one last time. I almost died in June. Had eight blood transfusions. Lost half my blood and 25lbs in hospital and had to fight to get healthy to fight so I won.

“To have my children see me stand toe to toe and finish 8 rounds with a talented fighter half my age in front of a packed Dallas Cowboy stadium is an experience that no man has the right to ask for. Thank you.”

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Mike Tyson Net Worth 2025!

Mike Tyson is one of the most legendary boxers in the sport’s history. At the peak of his career, the former heavyweight champion was one of the highest-paid athletes in the world. But as quickly as he rose up, he fell.

“Iron Mike” earned hundreds of millions throughout his career, but he also spent lavishly, was scammed out of money from managers and promotors, went to prison, and declared bankruptcy multiple times.

Name	Mike Tyson
Estimate Net Worth	$20 Million
Source of Wealth	Boxing, Acting, Endorsements, Business Ventures
Salary	$20 Million (Last Fight / Nov ’24)
Businesses (Ownership)	Mike Tyson 2.0
Sponsorships & Endorsements	Smart Cups, Mike’s Hard Lemonade, Manscaped, CopperGel

What is Mike Tyson’s Net Worth in 2025?

Per Celebrity Net Worth, Mike Tyson has a net worth of around $20 million in 2025. Facing financial difficulties since the early 2000s and declaring bankruptcy multiple times, most recently in 2010, Tyson’s over $400 million in earnings throughout his career was entirely depleted multiple times.

His most recent fight against Logan Paul in November 2024, which paid him an estimated $20 million, accounts for the majority of his current net worth.

Some of Tyson’s lavish purchases included multiple Bengal tigers for $50,000 each, luxury cars worth millions of dollars, including Lamborghini’s, Ferrari’s, and Rolls-Royces’, as well as luxury real estate.

Mike Tyson’s Salary

Outside of his boxing matches, Mike Tyson’s salary is unknown. However, his most recent fight against Jake Paul in November of last year reportedly earned him $20 million.

Since retiring from boxing, Tyson has made money from several projects and ventures. He most notably appeared in the smash hit comedy The Hangover in 2009, as well as it sequels. He’s also made cameos in HBO’s Entourage, the film Rocky Balboa, as well as featured in documentaries and series, including 2008’s Tyson and 2014’s Adult Swim animated series Mike Tyson Mysteries. Tyson also launched a Cannabis line called Tyson 2.0.

Tyson was reportedly paid $100,000 for his role in The Hangover and $200,000 for the sequel.

Tyson’s reported career earnings from professional boxing:

Opponent	Earnings
Trevor Berbick	$1.5 Million
James Smith	$2 Million
Pinklon Thomas	$2.5 Million
Tony Tucker	$2.5 Million
Tyrell Biggs	$2.5 Million
Larry Holmes	$5 Million
Tony Tubbs	$10 Million
Michael Spinks	$20 Million
Frank Bruno I	$8 Million
Carl Williams	$4 Million
Buster Douglas	$6 Million
Henry Tillman	$2 Million
Alex Stewart	$3 Million
Donovan Ruddock I	$3 Million
Donovan Ruddock II	$6 Million
Peter McNeeley	$25 Million
Buster Mathis	$10 Million
Frank Bruno II	$30 Million
Bruce Seldon	$30 Million
Evander Holyfield I	$30 Million
Evander Holyfield II	$30 Million
Francois Botha	$10 Million
Orlin Norris	$9 Million
Julius Francis	$10 Million
Lou Savarese	$9 Million
Andrew Golata	$10 Million
Brian Nielson	$5 Million
Lennox Lewis	$103 Million
Clifford Etienne	$5 Million
Danny Williams	$8 Million
Kevin McBride	$5 Million
Roy Jones Jr	$10 Million
Jake Paul	$20 Million

Mike Tyson’s Businesses

In 2021, Mike Tyson teamed up with medical cannabis company Columbia Care to launch Tyson 2.0. Fast forward a few years and they’ve now expanded across the US and to 16 other countries, according to their site. They sell flower, vape products, edibles and more.

The company reportedly earned $160 million in 2023, up from $50 million in 2022.

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Why Joseph Parker “100%” would be interested in a rematch with Anthony Joshua

After Tyson Fury’s shock retirement, Joseph Parker has emerged as a possible opponent for Anthony Joshua in a Wembley Stadium bout during the summer.

Joseph Parker has a fire in his belly for a return to a familiar target: Anthony Joshua. The New Zealander doesn’t just hope for a rematch; he’s certain it’s a fight worth pursuing. Fresh off a string of impressive performances, Parker stands poised to carve a new chapter in his career, one that may lead him back to the towering Brit who handed him his first professional loss in 2018.

This resurgence isn’t just talk. Parker’s promoter, David Higgins, put it plainly in a recent conversation with Sky Sports, stating, “One hundred percent, Joshua would interest Parker.” Higgins didn’t stop there. He underscored Parker’s readiness to face Joshua again, provided the timing aligns and Parker can get past his next challenge: the hard-hitting Daniel Dubois. That fight takes place in Saudi Arabia on February 22, a critical crossroads for both men and the heavyweight division as a whole.

Tyson Fury’s sudden announcement of retirement has left a noticeable void in the heavyweight landscape, one that could provide Parker with an opportunity to step in for what was originally pegged as a Joshua-Fury showdown at Wembley Stadium this summer. If Parker defeats Dubois, Wembley might just play host to a rematch steeped in redemption.

The last time Parker shared the ring with Joshua, it was a unification bout in Cardiff that ended in a unanimous decision for the Brit. For Parker, the fight was a learning experience, but also a sore spot – he entered the ring as the WBO heavyweight champion and walked out empty-handed. That memory fuels his hunger for a rematch.

Higgins paints a vivid picture of Parker’s mindset. “Joseph is laser-focused on Dubois right now, but the thought of a packed Wembley against Joshua is a massive motivator,” he says. Parker’s reputation as a fighter who stays active and doesn’t shy away from quick turnarounds adds weight to Higgins’ belief that Parker would be ready to fight Joshua just a few months after facing Dubois.

Eddie Hearn, Joshua’s promoter, seems open to the idea. “Joshua’s career now is not about Tyson Fury; it’s about regaining the world heavyweight championship.” Hearn confirmed that the winner of Dubois vs. Parker is firmly in their sights as a potential opponent for Joshua. While he didn’t commit to a timeline, the implication was clear: Joshua’s camp respects Parker’s resurgence and understands the value of a high-stakes rematch.

It’s not just words driving Parker’s momentum. His performances in the ring have done much of the talking. Victories over Deontay Wilder and Zhilei Zhang – both known for their knockout power – have served notice that Parker isn’t just hanging around the heavyweight conversation; he’s a force to be reckoned with. Those wins, achieved within months of each other, showcased not only his durability but his ability to adapt against elite opposition.

Yet, Parker’s path to a Joshua rematch is far from a foregone conclusion. Daniel Dubois is no stepping stone. The British powerhouse is known for his ferocity and has his own ambitions of climbing the heavyweight ranks. Their February clash in Riyadh promises to be a battle of wills and a defining moment for both fighters.

Parker’s training camp has left no stone unturned. With Tyson Fury as a former sparring partner and the experienced Adam Booth in his corner, Parker’s preparations have been meticulous. Booth, who has a keen eye for strategy, recently admitted he was surprised to see Parker chosen as Dubois’ next opponent, but he also acknowledged the Kiwi’s ability to rise to the occasion.

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‘The Fire Inside’: Inspirational film follows boxer Claressa Shields’ journey

The life and legacy of professional boxer and mixed martial artist Claressa Shields is the driving force behind ‘The Fire Inside,’ a new feature from director Rachel Morrison.

Starring Ryan Destiny as Claressa and Brian Tyree Henry as her coach, the film follows Shields from Flint, Michigan through her training to become the first woman in this country’s history to win an Olympic gold medal in the sport.

“Somebody reached out to me two months before the second Olympics,” Shields explains at a global press conference for the film. The boxer had some questions about the plot, and more specifically, what the story was going to cover. “I was just asking them, so where are you guys gonna start in my life? Where are you guys going to finish in the movie about my life? Because I had [a] documentary.”

Shield’s documentary ‘T-Rex’ followed the Michigan native for about four years, from the ages of 16 to 20. The hour-and-a-half look into her life showed her path to the Olympics, but she wanted a fuller picture for the feature.

“People left the documentary ‘T-Rex’ thinking that I won a gold medal and that was it…[I had] no endorsements, no sponsorships, living in poverty. And I just was like, well, now with the movie that’s gonna be worldwide, I need it to where people understand. Don’t leave out any of the bad stuff. Put it all in there,” Shields continues.

“But just know, this isn’t a sad story. This is a very resilient story. I feel like this is a very fateful and a hopeful story. I don’t want nobody feeling sorry for me because I don’t feel sorry for myself. But I want them to know, I went through this, I went through that. Almost quit here. Almost gave up there. But look at where I am now. And being 29 years old.”

Rachel Morrison signed on to direct ‘The Fire Inside’ once she found out about Shields—and she couldn’t believe that she hadn’t heard it before.

“Claressa is such a badass force and an incredible athlete. And I follow sports, so for me to not know it, it felt like there was something wrong in the universe,” Morrison explains.

“I’d been reading for a long time and looking for something that felt, you know, meaningful and additive in the universe and that I could be additive to. There were things that I saw from my experiences being a female DP that I could put into it as well. But really it’s just Claressa’s story deserved to be out there.”

Along with Shields’ story, actor Bryan Tyree Henry is tackling another figure from the boxing world—Coach Jason Crutchfield.

“I think every actor with their weight in salt looks for that moment where we get to actually play somebody that’s real, that’s actually living and breathing. But so rarely do you get a chance to do it where they’re still making history, where they’re still doing what they do,” Tyree Henry explains.

“I wanted to explore what that relationship was like with Jason because, you know, he is a character and a man that we so rarely see projected in cinema. This mentor, this man that is still in Flint doing this for the kids, not for fame, not for fortune, but because it’s what he wants to do. I know that I needed to see role models like that, especially portrayed in cinema. I needed to feel like I was giving back to my mentors that did that for me.”

Ryan Destiny signed on with the project for similar reasons. Recently, the actress was also nominated for Best Lead Performance at the 2025 Indie ‘Spirit Awards’ for the feature.

“People left the documentary ‘T-Rex’ thinking that I won a gold medal and that was it…[I had] no endorsements, no sponsorships, living in poverty. And I just was like, well, now with the movie that’s gonna be worldwide, I need it to where people understand. Don’t leave out any of the bad stuff. Put it all in there,” Shields continues.

“But just know, this isn’t a sad story. This is a very resilient story. I feel like this is a very fateful and a hopeful story. I don’t want nobody feeling sorry for me because I don’t feel sorry for myself. But I want them to know, I went through this, I went through that. Almost quit here. Almost gave up there. But look at where I am now. And being 29 years old.”

Rachel Morrison signed on to direct ‘The Fire Inside’ once she found out about Shields—and she couldn’t believe that she hadn’t heard it before.

“Claressa is such a badass force and an incredible athlete. And I follow sports, so for me to not know it, it felt like there was something wrong in the universe,” Morrison explains.

“I’d been reading for a long time and looking for something that felt, you know, meaningful and additive in the universe and that I could be additive to. There were things that I saw from my experiences being a female DP that I could put into it as well. But really it’s just Claressa’s story deserved to be out there.”

Along with Shields’ story, actor Bryan Tyree Henry is tackling another figure from the boxing world—Coach Jason Crutchfield.

“I think every actor with their weight in salt looks for that moment where we get to actually play somebody that’s real, that’s actually living and breathing. But so rarely do you get a chance to do it where they’re still making history, where they’re still doing what they do,” Tyree Henry explains.

“I wanted to explore what that relationship was like with Jason because, you know, he is a character and a man that we so rarely see projected in cinema. This mentor, this man that is still in Flint doing this for the kids, not for fame, not for fortune, but because it’s what he wants to do. I know that I needed to see role models like that, especially portrayed in cinema. I needed to feel like I was giving back to my mentors that did that for me.”

Ryan Destiny signed on with the project for similar reasons. Recently, the actress was also nominated for Best Lead Performance at the 2025 Indie ‘Spirit Awards’ for the feature.

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Why Does Fury tipped to snub retirement for Joshua

Former world champion George Groves believes Tyson Fury will come out of retirement to face Anthony Joshua in a blockbuster heavyweight clash, The PUNCH reports.

Fury announced his retirement on Monday following back-to-back losses to Oleksandr Usyk, but Groves suspects it’s a negotiation tactic rather than a final decision.

“I reckon it’s a negotiation tactic, maybe it’s a mind game thing with Anthony Joshua,” Groves told SunSport.

“I mean there probably is a significant part of him that thinks, ‘Oh I want to retire.’ And he might be speaking it into existence. But I don’t think he wants to retire.”

Joshua’s promoter Eddie Hearn shares similar sentiments, suggesting Fury’s retirement announcement is strategic.

“If you ever want to come back and get the max, you have to retire first, haven’t you? Someone then has to bring you out of retirement,” Hearn told iFL TV.

“I think he’ll want to fight again, I think he will get bored and he will know the British public want to see the AJ fight.”

Joshua, who recently visited Nigeria and met with President Bola Tinubu, has expressed his desire for the all-British showdown in 2025.

“Ups and downs happen, but I can’t stop now. My goal is to become a three-time world champion and face Tyson Fury in 2025,” Joshua told reporters in Lagos.

This marks Fury’s third retirement announcement, having previously stepped away from the sport in 2018 then later in 2022 before returning to defeat Derek Chisora.

The ‘Gypsy King’ retires with an impressive record of 34 victories and two defeats, both coming against Usyk, while never suffering a knockout loss throughout his career.

Groves, who retired in 2018 as super-middleweight world champion, even predicted that the two British heavyweights could become friends after eventually settling their differences in the ring.

“I bet you, if they do box they’ll be cuddling each other after,” the former champion added.

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Hayabusa and Floyd Mayweather Drop Exclusive Boxing Gear

Hayabusa is dropping its biggest launch this holiday season—a collaboration with the undefeated champ, Floyd Mayweather. This exclusive collection combines Hayabusa’s advanced technology with insights from one of the greatest fighters of all time.

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Why Gervonta Davis is so Fast His Training Footage Looks Sped up

New training footage from Gervonta Davis shows an extraordinary and unique skill-set as he drills punch routines at lightning-fast speed with his pad-man, ahead of his lightweight fight against Lamont Roach on Saturday, the 1st of March, at Barclays Center in New York.

Gervonta Davis & Lamont Roach’s pro records (as of 14/01/25)
	Gervonta Davis	Lamont Roach
Fights	30	27
Wins	30 (28 KOs)	25 (10 KOs)
Losses	0	1
Draws	0	1

Davis is one of boxing’s most thunderous punchers, having eviscerated almost all of his 30 opponents to date, winning by knockout 28 times from 30 outings. He’s a bona fide ticket seller, a pay-per-view attraction, and one of the sport’s finest pound-for-pound talents.

And, in the video below, part of that talent is on display. It’s a talent so unique it bears comparison to the distinctive approach Floyd Mayweather had to training all those years ago.

In the clip below, you can see Tank rehearse various punch routines with his padman but what is most impressive is the co-ordination, the speed, and the accuracy, to deliver a repertoire that looks as choreographed as this.

It is reminiscent of what made Mayweather so special when he trained.

Davis is one of the most prominent faces in boxing, and, should he emerge triumphant — as expected — over Roach, then big fights against the likes of Shakur Stevenson, Teofimo Lopez, or a rematch with Ryan Garcia could be next.

Premier Boxing Champions, is organizing the Tank vs Roach event alongside TGB Promotions, and Stephen Espinoza, a consultant for PBC and former president of Showtime Sports, has previously told GIVEMESPORT that, out of many available options to Tank, the fight that makes the most sense is one against Garcia.

In 2023, Davis defeated Garcia by knockout with a particularly nasty shot to the body. The Las Vegas gate generated more than $20 million, per GIVEMESPORT sources, and was a runaway success on pay-per-view as it sold to approximately 1.2 million households in the US alone.

Considering Garcia’s name value has only grown since their fight, a rematch could be as successful from a business point-of-view as the first fight.