Evander Holyfield “appreciated” Mike Tyson blazing a trail that he could follow towards the world heavyweight championship – and suggested a charity fight with his old rival.
Tyson, 53, caused a storm with footage of himself training and insisted “I’m going to box some exhibitions and get in shape” and now Holyfield, 57, has exclusively told Sky Sports News that he wants a third meeting with ‘Iron Mike’.
Asked if a charity match could be arranged, Holyfield said: “I don’t know, you would have to ask him! I wouldn’t ask nobody to do anything they don’t want to do. But it’s for charity. If we can work something out that works for everybody then it’s a win-win-win.”
Tyson previously said: “I want to go to the gym and get in shape to be able to box three or four-round exhibitions for some charities and stuff.”
Holyfield won both of his
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