Anthony Joshua says Mike Tyson looks as if he "is going to come and rule the heavyweight division" as he gave his approval for the former world champion's exhibition bout with Roy Jones Jr.
The two veterans announced on Thursday they will meet in an eight-round contest in Los Angeles in September. Tyson, 54, has been teasing a return to the ring for months, though it initially looked as though former rival Evander Holyfield would be in the opposite corner.
However Jones Jr, 51, has instead stepped up to the plate, and current IBF, WBO and WBA champ Joshua has sent his best wishes to both men in advance. "I think it's for a passion from them both, it's what they've known," Joshua told Sky Sports. "Mike Tyson has been fighting since he was
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