George Foreman Makes a Huge Claim About Mike Tyson Ahead of his Boxing Return

Mike Tyson recently revealed intentions of making a comeback to the boxing ring. The Baddest Man on Earth proclaimed that he wants to take part in four-round exhibition fights. And no one could be more ecstatic about Tyson making his way back to the ring than George Foreman.

The goal of these exhibition fights is to raise money for charity. And a video that Tyson uploaded to Instagram reveals, how Iron Mike has maintained his pace and shape throughout his life on the sidelines.

The record holder for being the oldest heavyweight champion, George Foreman backs Mike Tyson to break his record and become the new heavyweight champion.

Dazzled by Tyson’s blistering speed and pad-work, he claims that there is a strong chance that Tyson may not stop at exhibition matches.

Foreman strongly believes that Mike Tyson has what it takes to hold his own against the heavyweight fighters of this era. However, the youngest heavyweight champion must commit to his training.

“I was so happy. He looked like he had turned the clock back at least 20 years. He was looking fit and those punches were coming sharp. If he’s able to go into the woods and dedicate himself to that for about 10 months, he could come back and really be a top contender,” said Foreman to iFL TV.

George Foreman Hopes for Mike Tyson to Return to the Ring

Foreman recalls his comeback to the ring back in the day. He made his way back to the ring in 1987 after spending 10 years on the sidelines as an evangelical pastor. It was unusual for boxers to come out of decade long retirements at that time. Something that had never been seen, however, it was a welcome sight.

“That’s what they do, that’s the way it happens. I called Dick Sadler, my original trainer back in the 1960s, I’d just won a gold medal, I said I just want to do exhibitions, that’s all, and learn more about boxing. Next thing you know I’m in with the heavyweight champion of the world,” said Foreman.

After winning 24 bouts, Foreman took on the WBA, WBC, IBF, and lineal champion Evander Holyfield for the heavyweight title. One wonders what might be when it comes to Mike Tyson’s return to boxing. An extremely remarkable possibility that fans all over the world look forward to.

Do you think Tyson can compete with the likes of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua?