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Big boxing event on Saturday. Some big names in that headline bout, that's for sure.

Let's take a closer look.

Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr.: How to watch the exhibition fight
sports.yahoo.com/how-to-watch-m…
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Some interesting stuff here, but to me there is a glaring storyline that isn't being touched on at all here by the MSM.

Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. fight: Five biggest storylines to watch during the exhibition event
cbssports.com/boxing/news/mi…
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At the 1988 Games in Seoul, talented US teenager Roy Jones Jr. should've won the Olympic Gold medal, but it was awarded to native South Korean Park Si-Hun.

He controversially beat Roy Jones Jr. for Olympic gold. He wishes he had silver. olympics.nbcsports.com/2020/08/11/roy…
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Roy Jones Jr.

He would go on to be one of the best pro boxers ever, starting his career 49-1. Like many boxers though, he stayed in the game too long at the end.

His last pro bout was in 2018.

Roy Jones Jr Highlights (Greatest Hits)
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August 19, 2015

"Their meeting took place *in Crimea*, which Russia annexed last year and where the 46-year-old boxer & rapper will take part in a show this weekend."

US boxer Roy Jones Jr. asks Putin for Russian citizenship *over a cup of tea* foxsports.com/stories/boxing…
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September 12, 2015

"Putin signed a decree to grant Jones Jr. Russian citizenship, which Jones Jr. hopes will allow him to become a billionaire businessman."

Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. granted Russian citizenship by Vladimir Putin
ftw.usatoday.com/2015/09/boxing…
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October 29, 2015

"Roy Jones Jr. officially became a Russian citizen...joining the growing ranks of aging male celebrities who have publicly declared their loyalty to Putin..."

Aging, macho, b-list celebs all want to be in Putin's squad
slate.com/news-and-polit…
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October 31, 2015

"Jones announced that he is ready to go to Grozny [Chechnya] to discuss the details w/ Kadyrov. In addition, he expressed readiness to join the party 'United Russia'..."

Roy Jones Jr. wants to meet w/ Kadyrov | Vestnik Kavkaza
vestnikkavkaza.net/news/Roy-Jones…
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March 13, 2018

"According to the six-time world champion in four weight classes, Putin represents masculinity, machismo, and is a man of his word.”

Roy Jones Jr claims Putin is ‘misunderstood’ bloodyelbow.com/2018/3/13/1710… Image
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Roy Jones Jr. describing Vladimir Putin:

“To me, he is a man’s man. He does taekwondo, Aikido — things that men love. That is just who he is. And he is a man of his word."

RJJ: From boxing legend to Russian propagandist bloodyelbow.com/2020/7/30/2134… Image
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Mike Tyson’s rival Roy Jones Jr is Russian citizen, starred in The Matrix, had hit rap album and loves hunting
the-sun.com/sport/1851551/…
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June 1995

"Roy Jones Jr., the best boxer pound for pound, was raised under the rules of cockfighting: win or die."

One Tough Bird vault.si.com/vault/1995/06/…
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July 2018

"...he also discussed other controversies outside the ring, namely his love of cock-fighting, [which] is banned in Ireland & in all 50 states in the US..."

ROY JONES JR ENDS INTERVIEW ABRUPTLY AFTER VEHEMENT DEFENCE OF COCK-FIGHTING
otbsports.com/videos/roy-jon…
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In the other corner is a guy who has a much different relationship with birds.

A man who was once the biggest and most notorious star in American sports, if not the world.

Mike Tyson takes pigeons under his wing
northjersey.com/story/sports/b…
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At the age of 20, Mike became the heavyweight boxing champion. This "meteoric rise" to the top made him one of the world's most recognized names.

Legend of Mike Tyson: Five most memorable fights of the former heavyweight champion's storied career
cbssports.com/boxing/news/mi…
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Out of the ring, Tyson was a disaster.

Rough childhood in the Bronx. Served 3 years in prison after being convicted of rape in 1992. Insane amounts of money & drugs.

Tyson's most controversial moments, from time inside to biting Holyfield's ear
the-sun.com/sport/1627192/…
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September 2005

"Russian television showed Tyson shaking hands with and then hugging his host, First Deputy PM Ramzan Kadyrov, a former boxer who invited Tyson as a guest of honor for a boxing tournament..."

Tyson gets hugs in Chechnya spokesman.com/stories/2005/s…
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"On the world's geopolitical stage, he's best known for intolerance to opposition and minorities, which manifests in brutal governing tactics."

Ramzan Kadyrov: The Most Dangerous Man in MMA Is Not a Fighter
bleacherreport.com/articles/27222… ImageImage
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Iron Mike releasing peace doves w/ Solntsevskaya Bratva mobsters:

"During his stay in Moscow, the famous boxer accepted an invitation from Russian *philanthropists* & *entrepreneurs* Sergei Mikhailov & Viktor Averin."

Встречи с Майком Тайсоном
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Mikhailov and Averin are close associates of Russian Mob 'boss of bosses' Semion Mogilevich. Mikhailov is reported to have been a founding member of the criminal organization. ImageImageImageImage
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Semion Mogilevich:

In 1998 the Voice reported on the enigmatic leader of the Red Mafia — a shadowy figure known as the ''Brainy Don''.

The Most Dangerous Mobster in the World villagevoice.com/1998/05/26/the…
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September 1999

"...the police investigations began that led to the discovery of the Bank of NY scam. Set up by Mogilevich in Hungary & Alderney in the early 1990s, it actually belongs...to [Mikhailovich & Averin]..."

Elite's underworld links exposed
theguardian.com/world/1999/sep… ImageImageImageImage
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The guy to the left of Mogilevich, Gafur Rakhimov, deserves a mention while we're on the subject of boxing.

He held these positions despite being sanctioned by the US Treasury 2012 & 2017 for being part of organized crime groups.

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January 2014

"Russia won the right to host the 2014 Winter Olympics w/ the help of a Russian 'businessman', Gafur Rakhimov, who US authorities describe as a top organized crime boss & kingpin..."

Alleged Mob Boss Helped Russia Win Sochi Games
abcn.ws/1aJZOxF
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October 22, 2014

"Tyson, who is set to travel to Moscow to attend a fight by Russian boxer Ruxaslan Provodnikov, has yet to comment on his induction into the writer's union."

Former Boxer Mike Tyson to Join Union of Russian Writers themoscowtimes.com/2014/10/22/for…
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February 25, 2018

"The former heavyweight champion was on a visit to the RMK martial arts academy established by the Russian Copper Company."

IRON CURTAIN MIKE - Boxing icon Mike Tyson enters virtual reality on Russian MMA school trip
thesun.co.uk/sport/5669050/…
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November 8, 2017

"Mike Tyson has said he will open a boxing gym in his name in Moscow ‘in the near future', per the organizers of a leading world forum in which Tyson is taking part."

Mike Tyson boxing gym to open in Moscow ‘in near future’
rt.com/sport/409198-m…
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November 29, 2017

Speaking to reporters in a press conference for the event, Tyson expressed his affinity for Russia & Russians.

"I saw my friend Oliver Stone here..."

Tyson Tells Russians How He Went From Poor Brooklyn Boy to Boxing Legend
sputniknews.com/business/20171…
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July 11, 1988

“Mike Tyson has asked me and I have agreed, to serve jointly, with regard to future decisions about Mike Tyson’s career." - Donald Trump

FLASHBACK: BOXING LEGEND, MIKE TYSON HIRES DONALD TRUMP
sportsvillagesquare.com/2020/07/11/fla…
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Later that fall, Tyson made his first trip to the Soviet Union. Image
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"It is unclear how the two met but Tyson trusted the property mogul enough by 1988...to install him as his special adviser."

Inside the bizarre ‘father-son’ relationship between Trump and Mike Tyson
thesun.co.uk/news/6063827/d…
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"Roy Jones Jr.’s Russian manager & business partner Zsolt Barna hasn’t ruled out the possibility of...a rematch on Moscow’s Red Square, following the outcome of their exhibition..."

‘Tyson vs Jones Jr. rematch on Red Square could happen!’ zbtnews.com/sports/tyson-v…
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Remember the last big boxing 'exhibition match' that was getting hyped like this?

August 27, 2017

Floyd Mayweather v Conor McGregor: boxer beats UFC star in superfight – as it happened theguardian.com/sport/live/201…
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Notice a pattern yet?

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December 8, 2017

"Back in November 2016 'Money' opened the Academy Of Boxing on the outskirts of Moscow."

FROM RUSSIA WITH GLOVE Floyd Mayweather set to apply for Russian citizenship and is ‘looking to buy a home there’
thesun.co.uk/sport/5091769/…
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December 8, 2017

"...this is my buddy, this is my guy right here, and yes, he is a part of the Money Team. I’m in Chechnya right now.”

‘This is my buddy!’ Boxing legend Mayweather & Chechen leader Kadyrov talk Russian citizenship
rt.com/sport/412517-m…
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July 15, 2018

"Conor McGregor hailed Vladimir Putin as “one of the greatest leaders of our time” after attending the 2018 FIFA World Cup Final as his guest Sunday in Moscow."

UFC champ Conor McGregor was a guest of Putin at World Cup Final
sports.yahoo.com/ufc-champ-cono…
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January 5, 2018

"The two fighters ultimately received more than two-and-a-half times their guarantees, with Mayweather at $275 million and McGregor roughly $85 million."

How Floyd Mayweather Made A Record $275 Million For One Night Of Work forbes.com/sites/kurtbade…
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Get it?

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January 19, 2020

"..the 31-year-old [McGregor] would relish the opportunity to take on the Russian again, especially in Moscow."

Conor McGregor says Floyd Mayweather Jr rematch 'will happen', also wants 'Rocky movie' Russia fight
sportingnews.com/au/mma/news/co…
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Mayweather is also a former 🇺🇸 Olympian. He was a favorite for the Gold medal at the 1996 Games in Atlanta, but came home with the Bronze after losing a controversial decision.

The Last Man To Beat Floyd Mayweather Has Lived A Very Different Life
sportbible.com/boxing/news-th…
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I can't forget about the other big bout of the night:

'Influencer', YouTuber and public menace Jake Paul against former NBA player Nate Robinson.

Why are Jake Paul & Nate Robinson fighting? A random interview set up an unlikely boxing match sportingnews.com/us/boxing/news…
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Yeah, that guy.

His status was uncertain after his LA mansion was RAIDED BY THE FBI in August.

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Who can forget his first official fight back in January when he beat fellow Youtuber AnEsonGib and gave a big shout-out to Saudi Arabia?!

"Cloaked in a bespoke robe, he walked to the ring wearing a custom-made golden, sparkly gas mask."

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Jake's brother Logan Paul is also an 'influencer', social media idiot bro, and wannabe boxer. They are the worst.

November 2019

Logan Paul Lost In The YouTuber Boxing Match, But Jake Paul Is Claiming It Was An Unfair Victory buzzfeed.com/ryanschocket2/…
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Really?! I thought to myself.

Former world champ in retirement vs. wannabe YouTube grifter?

September 18, 2020

Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul's people are reportedly talking behind-the-scenes about a lucrative boxing exhibition fight
insider.com/floyd-mayweath…
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Notably, an associate (or former associate) of Jake and Logan is a convicted pimp named Arman Izadi who's Las Vegas mansion was raided on the same day as Jake's LA mansion.

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Jake may also have some tax issues.

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Porn stars make numerous appearances with Jake and Logan, including in their social media content and boxing matches.

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Last week. Weird.

Mayweather agrees to fight Logan Paul and vows to 'muzzle' him like 'bitch' McGregor thesun.co.uk/sport/boxing/1…
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Notice who's covering it.

'I'm NOT kidding': Floyd Mayweather targets money-spinning FARCE against YouTuber Logan Paul, calls Conor McGregor a 'b*tch'
rt.com/sport/507183-m…
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Yesterday. Weird.

'It's BOUND to happen': YouTube 'bum' Jake Paul bizarrely claims HE will fight Conor McGregor after Pacquiao 'embarrasses' ex-UFC champ
rt.com/sport/507994-j…
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Mike Tyson hasn't been this light at a weigh-in since that time he bit off Evander Holyfield's ear in 1997!🤣

Mike Tyson Weighs In At Lightest For 23 Years Before Intense Face-Off With Roy Jones Jr
sportbible.com/boxing/boxing-…
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The rules are different to a pro boxing bout, with two-minute rounds and no official judges.

Mike Tyson Vs Roy Jones Jr Breaks Pre-Fight Pay-Per-View Sales Record
sportbible.com/boxing/boxing-…
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No - the numbers don't lie.

MOST ANTICIPATED PPV FIGHT *OF THE DECADE*🤣 Image
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Clever stuff.
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LOL is right!🤣 Image
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LOL at Don Jr. pimping out the PPV links! Image
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Looks like this idiot had a good match, against an ex-NBA player.

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Will a rematch in Moscow be next?

"...the fight was left a somewhat unsatisfying draw."

Mike Tyson vs. Roy Jones Jr. fight results, highlights: Legends fight to a draw in exhibition match
cbssports.com/boxing/news/mi…
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Oh.

October 27, 2015

"...was attended by Russian promoter Vladimir Hryunov and Alexander "the Surgeon" Zaldostanov, who leads the *Night Wolves* bikers club."

In the red corner: Former boxing star Roy Jones Jr collects Russian passport
euronews.com/2015/10/27/in-…
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Asked by the talk show host what he planned to use the home for, McGregor said: "Train there, live there - I am a big fan of property and the infrastructure around Russia is phenomenal."

Conor McGregor reveals plan to build a Russian mansion irishmirror.ie/sport/ufc/cono…
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Putin is such a f*cking troll.

October 20, 2015

"Putin agreed to help the boxer if he connected his future life with Russia. Jones' school plans followed soon after."

US boxing star Roy Jones Jr to open school in Crimea's Sevastopol
tass.com/sport/830408
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Shocker.

Jake Paul says fight with UFC champ will happen: I'm going to 'f--- Conor McGregor up' foxnews.com/sports/jake-pa…
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Look who else showed up.

Floyd Mayweather Says Black Athletes Shouldn’t Mock Nate Robinson After Jake Paul KO
sportbible.com/boxing/boxing-…
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Jake Paul said he'd find it hard to watch his brother, Logan, take part in a boxing exhibition with Floyd Mayweather
insider.com/jake-paul-hard…
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I hate these guys - but this was a sick burn.

“No problem. i love smashing cansecos,” the 25-year-old tweeted.

LOL!🤣

Logan Paul drags Jose Canseco's daughter into 'smashing' Twitter feud
nypost.com/2020/12/01/log…
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🥊It's official!💰

😂😂🤣🤣🤣🤣 Image
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🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Floyd Mayweather Jr. Announces Logan Paul Exhibition Fight Date in IG Post
bleacherreport.com/articles/29212…
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🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

JAKE PAUL
OFFERS CONOR $50 MILLION TO FIGHT
... 'You're Scared'
tmz.com/2020/12/14/jak…
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UFC's Amanda Nunes on fighting Jake Paul: 'I'm in' sports.yahoo.com/amanda-nunes-w…
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Who will Logan Paul's opponent in the ring be - retired boxing champ Floyd Mayweather or...retired baseball star Jose Canseco?

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Jose Canseco Says He Wants Logan Paul Fight Because of Break Up with Daughter
bleacherreport.com/articles/29227…

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