After Lauding Floyd Mayweather, Mike Tyson Predicts “Bad A**” Gervonta Davis’ Fate in Boxing; Devin Haney Roped In

In a recent episode of the intriguing podcast ‘Hotboxin‘ with Mike Tyson, an unexpected conversation between two legends of the sports world unfolded. It defied the conventional narrative of boxing. Tyson, the famed boxer, and Stephen A. Smith, a revered sports journalist, laud the undisputed champion Floyd Mayweather, referring to him as ‘the man’ in the boxing domain.

However, just as the praise seems to peak, an unforeseen twist takes the discourse on a new path. ‘Iron Mike’ throws a curveball, introducing a new contender as the potential successor of Mayweather’s throne. A name emerges from the shadows that not only sets the tone for a thrilling debate but also promises a seismic shift in boxing’s future landscape.

From Floyd Mayweather to another boxing champion: An unexpected turn in boxing discourse

The air was charged with anticipation as Tyson and Smith lauded the inimitable prowess of Floyd Mayweather. “Floyd is the man,” they proclaimed, setting the stage for an engaging dialogue on boxing’s future. However, the conversation took an intriguing turn when Tyson shifted the focus from Mayweather to the rising talent Gervonta Davis.

“I mean Gervonta Davis,” Tyson quipped, introducing a new dimension to the discussion. Smith agreed enthusiastically, stating, “No, he’s a monster-.” Tyson interrupted him promptly to add, “He’s a badass,” thus adding more weight to Davis’s emerging reputation.

Smith delved deeper into Davis’s boxing skills, declaring, “And his boxing skills are better than he’s being given credit for, because I saw him against Pitbull.” Tyson concurred, acknowledging, “That was a good fight.”

Intriguingly, Smith continued, “Now that guy came at him, and he’s short and stocky-.” Tyson, however, made an unexpected revelation: “He’s really interested to fight a good guy, to a figure named Frank.” Smith confessed his ignorance, “I don’t know,” prompting Tyson to clarify, “He’s right there with, he’s right under Haney, Frank Martin.”

This fascinating episode of Hotboxin’ serves as a window into the dynamic future of boxing, filled with anticipation and intrigue. In the same podcast Mike Tyson also talked about the biggest narcotic in the world.

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As these promising athletes chart their unique journeys, the world eagerly awaits the coronation of boxing’s next ‘man.’ But who will it be? Will it be Davis, the ‘badass’ powerhouse as Tyson suggests? Or will another contender steal the show? As we keep our eyes peeled for the next game-changing match, we’d love to hear your thoughts. Who do you think will emerge as the new face of boxing? 

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