The long-awaited bout between Mike Tyson and Roy Jones Jr. is finally happening. Ahead of the first round going down, the Internet has jumped at the opportunity to playfully troll the boxing icons' return to the ring.
Internet Trolls Mike Tyson + Roy Jones
Social media did the most to poke fun at both Mike and Roy. Memes exploded across the Internet showing both sports moguls’ bodies looking the opposite of cut.
“Tonights #TysonVsJones fight gonna be like watching out of shape and drunk uncles fight at the functions when we were kids. We’ve all seen this fight 100 times 🤣🤣”
50 Cent Predicts Mike Tyson Victory
Recently, rap star 50 Cent went to his Instagram page to put big respect on Iron Mike’s name. 50 said he believes Mike is going to destroy Jones Jr. in the ring.
“👀Man this ni66a gonna kill Roy 😳LOL #starzgettheapp#abcforlife tomorrow 10pm.” -50 Cent’s Instagram
Mike Tyson Teases His Return
Iron Mike has geared up for a huge comeback fight. The former champion has teased fans with new pics and footage of himself looking ripped in preparation for tonight’s bout.
he first images of Mike Tyson in his boxing gear since his comeback fight was announced have been published. In less than two weeks, a 54-year-old Tyson will lock horns with fellow great Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition fight on November 28 at the Staples Center. It will be the first time that ‘Iron Mike’ has returned to the ring since his professional career ended with a sixth defeat at the hands of Kevin McBride in 2005. (Sports Bible)
50 Cent’s Initial Prediction
In July 2020, the G-Unit boss and boxing fanatic predicted Mike coming up with the victory.
“👀oh sh*t mike gonna smoke Roy, he talking about all he got is GOD🤦♂️ he better bring jesus with him in the ring. #bransoncognac #lecheminduroi … mike said my other says f*ck you, watch what i’m gonna do to you. 🤦♂️” -50 Cent’s Instagram and Twitter