UFC light heavyweight champion Jon Jones recently threw down the gauntlet, challenging former world heavyweight boxing champ Mike Tyson to not just one, but two fights.
The call-out stemmed from Tyson’s remarks during a live stream with Charlie Mack, where he mentioned Jones in the context of UFC fighter pay.
Tyson suggested that if Jones wants to earn the big bucks like top boxers do, he’d have to step into the ring with him.
Jones responded to Tyson’s challenge on Twitter, expressing his willingness to accept but proposing a two-part showdown: a boxing match followed by an MMA bout.
Despite the competitive nature of the challenge, Jones assured Tyson of his respect and even offered a tongue-in-cheek promise not to inflict serious harm.
Tyson’s return to boxing has stirred speculation about potential opponents, with names like Tito Ortiz and Shannon Briggs circulating in the rumor mill.
While Jones vs. Tyson might seem like a far-fetched matchup on the surface, recent developments in Jones’ career, including strained relations with the UFC and uncertainty about his fighting future, make it a plausible scenario.
Given the intrigue surrounding this potential clash of titans, the question remains: Would you like to see Jon Jones vs. Mike Tyson?