Tyson to face Holyfield in Abu Dhabi

$34 million each, for what will surely be a glorified sparring session, makes a lot of sense for both men. From a bank balance point of view at least

 

I don't think it would be a big hit there. Soccer is no. 1 to them.

 

True - cricket and football (soccer to Americans) are the top sports, but there are a lot of expats over here (especially Brits) who would pay to watch this fight, myself included. Dubai and Abu Dhabi are trying to make themselves recognised as world-class stages for big fights. This might not necessarily be the best idea to acheive that, but to have two of the most famous fighters ever in one ring is a step in the right direction in my opinion.

 

A little piece of me just died. :verysad

 

I dont get why Tyson should fight. He wont see any of that money

 

This fight, if it eventuates, will be the easiest money Tyson has ever earned. He will be asleep in 3 minutes.

 

I hope for the sake of boxing this doesn't happen. Holyfield would seriously injure Tyson if they fought now.

 

Not sure if Holyfield could manage to throw enough meaningful punches to injure anyone. That said, I do agree from a health perspective, this fight shouldn't happen.

 

I LoLeD

 

I hope this isnt allowed to go ahead.

 

wow what an embarrassment this would be for both fighters. Can anyone confirm this??

 

It's a Godsend for both fighters - both are basically broke and need the money.

 

so this is official?

 

so this is what the HW division has come to huh?

please Haye, save this division.....

 

Rugby World Cup Sevens 2009, Dubai. Far more entertaining.