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A legendary clip has resurfaced, sparking excitement anew. Picture Las Vegas, 2014, where combat sports history subtly intertwines. Imagine Mike Tyson, the most feared fighter, encountering Jon Jones, often termed as the GOAT of the MMA world. What unfolds on those neon-lit streets? A playful sparring session, a dance of giants from different realms.
They throw hands, not in fury, but in camaraderie. Ever wondered what a crossover clash of legends looks like? Here’s a glimpse, blending the strategic prowess of boxing with the versatile skills of the MMA. Isn’t this the fantasy matchup of the ages?
Mike Tyson and Jones collide on Vegas Streets
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In the heart of Las Vegas, just before Jon Jones was slated to face Daniel Cormier at UFC 182 in 2014, an impromptu spectacle unfolded. The streets became an arena where Mike Tyson, the indomitable force in heavyweight boxing, and Jon Jones, the then-reigning UFC light heavyweight champion, engaged in a spontaneous sparring match. The video, brimming with playful exchanges, captures a rare encounter between these titans of their disciplines.
Commencing with light footwork, both legends displayed their iconic styles. Mike Tyson was seen parrying the shots coming from Jon Jones at the start and then jabbing him to the body. Just when Jon Jones tried to throw an uppercut at Tyson, Mike backed off and threw a jab at the liver and an overhand right at his face, just touching it. At the end, they both laughed about it and Mike hugged Bones from behind his back, and Jon was seen saying, “he would kill me.”
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While this old clip is making waves again, Mike is getting back in the squared circle on 20th July, against Jake Paul. And Mike’s former arch-rival Lennox Lewis has given his prediction for it.
Is one overhand from Mike enough for the win?
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In a captivating virtual showdown, Lennox Lewis shared footage of a simulated MMA fight between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson. Sparking intrigue among fight fans. Commenting on Instagram, Lewis speculated, “So I hear @miketyson will be fighting @jakepaul,” hinting at the unpredictability of such a match-up but nodding towards the simulation’s outcome.
The simulation kicked off with Bruce Buffer’s electrifying introduction, “Ladies and gentlemen, this is the main event of the evening. Its time! Five rounds for the undisputed UFC heavyweight championship of the world.” The digital bout saw Tyson delivering a decisive right overhand that spectacularly sent Paul to the canvas, a moment that, if realistic, would resonate with Tyson’s legendary knockout power.
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What do you think — could this digital fantasy reflect reality on 20th July? Or would Jake Paul be the one flooring Mike with his straight right?
