Mike Tyson’s latest health scare might put his battle with Jake Paul in jeopardy. Whereas nothing has been confirmed, a former UFC title challenger has hinted at changing the boxing icon.
Tyson was all set to make his return to combat sports however that’s now unsure following a medical scare. The 57-year-old suffered bouts of nausea and dizziness throughout a airplane trip from Miami to Los Angeles earlier this week.
Along with his well being remaining underneath query, Mike Tyson could also be compelled to withdraw from his Jake Paul conflict. If that’s the case, the YouTube star might have already got a alternative lined up.
Based on the person himself, Chael Sonnen will likely be known as upon to compete on July 20. The previous UFC middleweight title challenger alerted everyone to the choice throughout a publish on social media.
“I suppose it was smart of Jake Paul to jot down me into the contract as Tyson’s backup, wasn’t it?”
“If Jake Paul realizes he could be combating ME in a month, HE would be the one having a coronary heart assault.”
I suppose it was smart of Jake Paul to jot down me into the contract as Tyson's backup, wasn't it???
— Chael Sonnen (@ChaelSonnen) May 27, 2024
If Jake Paul realizes he could be combating ME in a month, HE would be the one having a coronary heart assault
— Chael Sonnen (@ChaelSonnen) May 28, 2024
Regardless of who’s standing throughout the ring from him, Jake Paul will possible nonetheless carry out in two months’ time. He’s headlining a significant event that will likely be out there to broadcast on Netflix.
Related: Mike Tyson pictured in wheelchair following serious health scare
Amid the uncertainty, Sonnen used the chance to fireside pictures at Anderson Silva–a person he’ll share the boxing ring with on June 15.
“Perhaps the Anderson Silva tune up with Spaten Brasil makes somewhat extra sense now, would not it?”
…Perhaps the Anderson Silva tune-up with @spatenbr makes somewhat extra sense now, doesn't it…? #MasterPlan
— Chael Sonnen (@ChaelSonnen) May 28, 2024
Chael Sonnen will likely be hoping to avenge his UFC losses to Anderson Silva when he makes his first appearance inside a boxing ring subsequent month.
The pair locked horns on two events throughout their time competing contained in the octagon. Their first outing at UFC 117 was an on the spot basic affair and eventual inductee into the UFC Corridor-of-Fame.
.jpg)
