Mike Tyson Calls Out Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, and Deontay Wilder

Boxing Legend Wants to Return for Exhibition Bout

Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has issued a public call-out to Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury, and Deontay Wilder, expressing his desire for an exhibition bout against any of the three active boxers. "I'm a businessman. I'm trying to get money. If somebody got $100 million to throw at me, I'm going to go get it," Tyson said in a recent interview. "I just want to fight somebody. It doesn't matter who it is."

Tyson's Exhibition Return

Tyson, who retired from professional boxing in 2005, made a brief comeback in 2020 for an exhibition fight against fellow boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. The fight ended in a draw, but it reignited Tyson's passion for boxing. Since then, he has expressed interest in several potential opponents, including Joshua, Fury, and Wilder.

Joshua, Fury, and Wilder's Response

None of the three boxers have publicly responded to Tyson's call-out. However, Joshua's promoter, Eddie Hearn, has previously stated that he would be open to discussing a fight between Joshua and Tyson. Fury, who is currently in negotiations for a unification bout with Oleksandr Usyk, has not commented on Tyson's challenge. Wilder, who recently returned to the ring with a knockout victory over Robert Helenius, has also remained silent on the matter.

Potential Impact on Heavyweight Boxing

An exhibition bout between Tyson and any of the three active heavyweights would generate significant interest and hype in the boxing world. It could also potentially impact the heavyweight boxing landscape. If Tyson were to defeat any of these younger fighters, it would give him added leverage in future negotiations for exhibition bouts. Additionally, it could potentially lead to a renewed interest in heavyweight boxing among fans and casual observers.

Tyson's Legacy

Mike Tyson is widely considered one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. His exceptional power, speed, and intimidation made him a formidable opponent in the ring. Tyson's professional record stands at 50 wins (44 by knockout) and 6 losses. He is a former undisputed heavyweight champion and holds several notable records, including being the youngest boxer to win a heavyweight title and the only boxer to unify the WBA, WBC, and IBF heavyweight titles simultaneously.