Boxing legend Mike Tyson suffered a health scare on a recent flight, casting doubt on his upcoming match against YouTube sensation Jake Paul. As rumors spread, Ryan Garcia, who recently tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs, has offered to replace Tyson.
Mike Tyson, the boxing icon, endured a concerning health episode on a flight, sparking apprehension about his highly anticipated fight with Jake Paul scheduled for July 20. The incident occurred just a day before Tyson's scheduled flight from Miami to Los Angeles, leaving him with nausea and dizziness.
According to a statement released by Tyson's representatives, the episode was attributed to an ulcer flare-up approximately 30 minutes prior to landing. Fortunately, Tyson is reported to be recovering well and expressed gratitude to the medical personnel who assisted him.
The health scare has raised concerns about the status of the Tyson vs. Paul fight, a sanctioned bout under the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulations. The event is slated to take place before a massive audience of 80,000 at the Dallas Cowboys' home stadium and will be streamed live on Netflix.
Amidst the uncertainty, Ryan Garcia, a fellow boxer facing backlash after a positive performance-enhancing drug test, reached out to Paul via social media, offering himself as a potential substitute for Tyson.
However, Paul promptly dismissed any doubts about the fight's status, stating, "Nothing changed."
Garcia's offer comes amidst criticism he has faced from the boxing community following his positive test for Ostarine, a banned substance, before and during his fight with Devin Haney in April. Despite a majority-decision victory, ESPN reported the positive tests and stated that a B-sample also returned an adverse finding.
Garcia and his team have vehemently denied any wrongdoing, and the New York State Athletic Commission continues to investigate the matter. Haney's father has publicly urged that Garcia be banned from the sport, and UFC legend Conor McGregor supported this sentiment in a since-deleted social media post.
With Tyson's health status still uncertain, the boxing world eagerly awaits updates on the iconic fighter's condition and the fate of the highly anticipated match against Jake Paul.
