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MIKE TYSON RESPONDS CANDIDLY WHEN QUESTIONED ABOUT USYK DOMINATING HIS GENERATION

Mike Tyson questions whether Oleksandr Usyk would have dominated the 90s heavyweight era. Iron Mike suggests the aggressive, exciting fighters of his day were favoured, which may have challenged the technical Usyk.

Mike Tyson responds candidly when questioned about Usyk dominating his generation
Tyson gives a truthful response on Usyk potentially - Credit: AFP

Mike Tyson has been talking about how Oleksandr Usyk, one of the best boxers of his generation, would have performed in the 1990s.

In addition to being an undisputed cruiserweight champion and a previous Olympic gold medallist, Usyk is the first person in history to hold the title of heavyweight champion twice.

Throughout his professional career, he has never lost and has eliminated the division twice in the last five years by defeating Tyson Fury, Anthony Joshua, and Daniel Dubois.

In an interview with Hard Rock Bet, former undisputed champion Tyson shared his thoughts on the Ukrainian's performance in different eras, arguing that he might have needed to be more aggressive.

"I am not sure; perhaps he would have treated some of us well and some of us poorly. It is difficult for me to watch him rule that time, you know. You know, fighting was different back then, too. It all came down to aggression.

"The aggressive fighter received more points once we were in the ring, and the boxer did not receive much or any entitlement. They would give him the rounds even if he continued to get struck, since he was initiating the fight. It is all about the thrill.

"You are the man if you are an intriguing boxer who draws crowds to the arena. Even if you are the world's best fighter, you could be uninteresting and unwelcome. Beat everyone, but you are dull, and no one wants to watch you battle.

Usyk's career is coming to an end as he approaches 40. He will most likely face Fabio Wardley in his WBO-mandated bout, but Tyson Fury has also asked for a trilogy in April 2026.

MASSIVE BOXING MATCHUP CONFIRMED: ANTHONY JOSHUA FACES JAKE PAULON SCHEDULED DATE

Anthony Joshua will face Jake Paul in a professional heavyweight boxing match on December 19th. The highly anticipated fight will be streamed live globally on Netflix from Miami.

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Anthony Joshua vs Jake Paul Date 'Confirmed' for Fight - COURTESY/PHOTO

It has been confirmed that Anthony Joshua and Jake Paul will face off.

On December 19, Joshua, the two-time heavyweight world champion, will face the Problem Child in a fight that will be televised on Netflix.

Paul, a former YouTuber who is now a boxer, was scheduled to face Gervonta Davis, 30, in an odd exhibition match. However, the altercation ended when Davis's ex-girlfriend launched a civil lawsuit against him, alleging domestic abuse.

With only a month's notice, Joshua has now taken the initiative to challenge the online sensation. "This simulation is not created by AI. "Judgment Day is today," Paul said.

An elite world champion in his prime squares up against a professional heavyweight. No one can deny me the chance to compete for a world title if I defeat Anthony Joshua, and all doubts will go.

"This is what you wanted, all of my haters. I apologise to the citizens of the United Kingdom.

"Britain's Goliath is put to sleep on Friday, December 19, under the lights in Miami, shown live worldwide exclusively on Netflix."

"I want to fight Anthony Joshua - exclusive - because I know I will f****** beat Anthony Joshua's ass," Paul said in a prior podcast comment, criticising Joshua.

"He lacks a chin, is stiff, and lacks creativity." I want to fight you, Anthony, even though we are friends and I adore you.

"Anyone, including Jake, can acquire this job. "No mercy," Joshua declared.

"I am returning with a huge show after taking a break. For me, it is a huge opportunity. Whether you like it or not, I am here to shatter all records, do huge numbers, and get into big battles while remaining cool, collected, and cool.

"Believe me when I say that many more fighters will seize these chances in the future. Jake Paul's face is ready to make the internet go crazy.

CONOR BENN OUTLINES FUTURE BOUT FOLLOWING IMPRESSIVE WIN OVER EUBANK JR

Conor Benn dominated Chris Eubank Jr., winning nearly every round and scoring two final-round knockdowns. The victory avenges his father Nigel's historic losses and sets Benn up for a WBC welterweight title shot.

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Benn sets sights on next challenge - Photo Credit: Getty Images

Shortly after surpassing his well-known father, Conor Benn informed him that he was only getting started.

When Benn defeated a man named Eubank thirty years ago, he succeeded where his father had failed. Before a contentious draw in Manchester three years later, Nigel Benn lost to Chris Sr. in Birmingham in 1990. However, their sons could not argue over the outcome of the sequel because Benn defeated Eubank Jr. on Saturday night.

When compared to the terrible conflict that was given up seven months ago, the second instalment was just a damp squib. At 36, Eubank Jr. realised that this was one battle too many and was a shadow of his former self. Benn, however, dropped Eubank Jr. twice in the last session for good measure and won all but one round with a mature and well-thought-out performance.

Three years after the 29-year-old failed two drug tests in 2022, the feud came to an unexpected end with an embrace in the middle of the ring. Furthermore, Benn is prepared to regain his normal weight and contend for a world championship, whereas Eubank Jr., who will give birth to twin boys the following year, will undoubtedly seriously contemplate quitting.

Benn has been adamant about winning his own WBC title ever since his father gave him the one he earned from Mauro Galvano in 1992. He now proudly displays the award on the wall of his home gym, where it provides daily inspiration. Benn, who gained bulk for his appearance at middleweight, will now spend six months reshaping his body.

Benn will probably be waiting for the winner of the bout when current welterweight champion Mario Barrios defends his green and gold title against Ryan Garcia. "Earning this fight is like earning a world title," Benn stated. "This has been my life for the past three years; it is generational and will live on in history forever.

However, taking home the WBC world title weighs heavily on my heart and head. I would desire to win the same belt that my dad did. I have a dream about it. It would be a moment for me to win the WBC world title and outdo my father in the Eubank-Benn rivalry.

Eubank Jr., on the other hand, acknowledged that he realised he was going to lose for the fourth time in his career as soon as the first round began. He made a cryptic reference to challenges in the build-up in an attempt to explain his performance, but he would not go into further detail. He declared, "I have been through hell and back to get here."" But this night is about Conor, not about me," he stated.

"He put up a fierce battle and did everything he had to do to win. He is a tough guy and a tremendous fighter, and I respect him, so I will not talk about myself. What I was in there was visible to you. I really attempted to discover something once those brilliant lights came on, but it was not there.

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