Mike Tyson Hosts First Amateur Boxing Invitational

Mike Tyson, the former heavyweight champion known for his ferocious style, continues to shape the sport he once dominated by hosting his first amateur boxing invitational in Las Vegas last weekend while sharing insights on current stars and outlining plans for a high-profile exhibition bout.

The Mike Tyson Invitational took place from March 12 to 14 at the SAHARA Theatre in the SAHARA Las Vegas hotel and casino, featuring 26 fights among 52 amateur boxers from across the United States. The event culminated on Saturday with invite-only bouts streamed live on DAZN. Fighters received belts for victories and benefited from accommodations at the venue, including meals, training facilities, and no entry fees, ensuring accessibility for participants. Tyson personally invested six figures to launch the initiative, emphasizing support for youth boxing programs. The organization aims to restore American boxing through donations, with 100 percent of contributions funding future events and related initiatives.

"Our owner, Alex Meruelo, closed out the Mike Tyson Invitational by presenting Mike Tyson with a $100,000 donation toward the event's continued success," the venue announced on...