Will Mike Tyson Attend Paul vs. Chavez Jr.? Here’s What We Know
Mike Tyson was recently spotted ringside at the Times Square “Fatal Fury” event, but all eyes are now on whether the boxing legend will make a surprise appearance at the upcoming showdown between Jake Paul and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. The fight is set to take place on June 28 at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California.
This bout holds extra weight for Tyson fans. Paul previously handed Tyson his seventh professional loss during a Netflix-televised event in November, which, despite criticism, drew massive global attention. With Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. now stepping into the ring against Paul, there’s buzz over whether Tyson will show up, especially given the added nostalgia—Chavez Jr. is the son of one of boxing’s most iconic figures, who Tyson openly admired.
However, recent updates suggest a scheduling conflict. Tyson is confirmed to appear at the WeFi Beyond Banking Summit in Bangkok, Thailand, just two weeks before the Paul-Chavez bout. In a video message promoting his appearance, Tyson invited fans to see him at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Center on June 14, where he’ll deliver a keynote on financial freedom. The event will also include a VIP dinner and a special honor for the former heavyweight champion.
This international engagement, paired with Tyson’s focus on business, casts doubt on whether he’ll be stateside for Paul vs. Chavez Jr. While Tyson hasn’t completely ruled out attending the fight, his recent comments hint at a shift in priorities. Speaking to Men’s Health, he said, “The only person I’m fighting now is my accountant,” signaling that a return to ringside might not be in his immediate plans.
Even so, his presence at the Honda Center—should it happen—would undoubtedly add a surge of excitement and possibly overshadow the fight itself. With Tyson’s continued global influence and Paul’s growing fanbase, the event remains one to watch, regardless of whether “Iron Mike” decides to show up.