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UFC superstar Conor McGregor’s contract with the promotion expires after his upcoming fight with Michael Chandler at UFC 303. McGregor has expressed interest in pursuing other combat sports, including a potential return to boxing or bare-knuckle fighting. Mike Perry, a BKFC competitor, has called out McGregor for a fight and believes it could be a possibility. Perry acknowledges that McGregor has a reputation for trash talk, but he’s confident he could match him in the ring. While McGregor’s UFC future remains uncertain, it’s clear that he still holds significant leverage and could potentially sign with other organizations or pursue different ventures in the future.

Australian boxer Jai Opetaia is preparing to face Mairis Briedis in a highly anticipated rematch next month in Saudi Arabia. The two fighters first met in the ring in 2021, with Opetaia emerging victorious and claiming the IBF and Ring Magazine cruiserweight titles. Since their initial encounter, Opetaia has extended his winning streak by knocking out both Jordan Thompson and Ellis Zorro. Briedis, on the other hand, has been eager to reclaim his titles following his loss to Opetaia and will be determined to exact revenge. The rematch between Opetaia and Briedis is expected to be a thrilling spectacle, adding further excitement to the undercard of the much-awaited bout between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk.

Boxing legend Ryan Garcia has expressed his confidence in Mike Tyson’s victory over Jake Paul in their upcoming clash on July 20. Despite their significant age difference, Garcia believes Tyson’s experience and determination will prevail over Paul’s youth and social media following. Garcia, who recently defeated Devin Haney, shared his admiration for Tyson and expressed his belief in the boxing icon’s ability to overcome adversity.

Tony Bellew’s relentless pursuit of the WBC light-heavyweight world title against Adonis Stevenson in 2013 took a brutal toll on the British boxer. Already nearing the end of his time in the 175lbs division, Bellew’s body rebelled against the rigorous weight cut, leaving him physically and emotionally drained. Despite making the weight limit, the arduous process left him weakened and vulnerable, ultimately contributing to his knockout loss to Stevenson. Bellew’s grueling experience serves as a cautionary tale about the dangers of extreme weight cuts in boxing.

In the highly anticipated and controversial boxing match between Mike Tyson and Jake Paul, martial artist and Hollywood star Michael Jai White expresses concern for Paul. White emphasizes Paul’s inexperience and lack of size compared to the legendary Tyson, warning him to be wary of Tyson’s thunderous body shots. White also draws attention to Tyson’s training and punching power, despite his age. Former NBA star Gilbert Arenas echoes White’s concerns, highlighting Tyson’s enduring punching power and his past dominance in the heavyweight division. As the fight approaches, the boxing community eagerly awaits whether Paul can withstand the formidable Tyson or if the former champion will once again prove his worth.

Peter McNeeley, also known as ‘Hurricane,’ recalls his harrowing experience facing Mike Tyson in 1995, after Tyson’s release from prison. McNeeley emphasizes the sheer power of Tyson’s punches, which knocked him down twice in just 89 seconds, leading to his manager’s decision to stop the fight to prevent further damage.

Mike Tyson, the legendary boxer, is rigorously training for his upcoming fight against Jake Paul. The 57-year-old boxing legend recently shared a video on social media, showcasing his exceptional speed and athleticism as he prepares to face Paul this summer. The much-anticipated showdown between Tyson and Paul is scheduled for July 20 in Arlington, Texas, and will be broadcasted live on Netflix. While Tyson may have lost some of his prime, he appears to be in great shape and is ready to provide a formidable challenge to the 27-year-old Paul.

Following his triumph over Devin Haney, American boxer Ryan Garcia has ignited interest in his next move, prompting a response from Conor Benn. Benn, known for his outspokenness, has expressed his desire to face either Garcia or Haney in the ring, stating, “I will fight any of these guys.” Garcia has enthusiastically responded, proposing a fight in Benn’s home country.

Former welterweight champion Shawn Porter believes Devin Haney can avenge his loss to Ryan Garcia if a rematch takes place. Porter suggests Haney take a break from boxing, decompress, and then focus on adjusting his offense-to-defense transition speed to counter Garcia’s counters. He also acknowledges that Garcia has other potential opponents lined up, including Isaac Cruz, Gervonta Davis, Terence Crawford, and Shakur Stevenson. Haney, too, has options while awaiting a rematch with Garcia, such as Adrien Broner, who extended a fight offer.

In 1995, Peter McNeeley, known as ‘Hurricane’ McNeeley, faced the formidable power of Mike Tyson. McNeeley recounts his experience in a 2010 interview, highlighting Tyson’s incredible speed and devastating punching power. McNeeley’s manager intervened to stop the fight after he was knocked down twice, sparing him further injury. Despite the controversy, McNeeley and his manager benefited financially from the bout, while Tyson continued his successful boxing career, eventually earning over $430 million.