Mike Tyson ridiculous net worth and the fortune he blew on mansions, tigers and drugs

Mike Tyson is set to make a comeback in the boxing ring as he faces off against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul in an eagerly awaited fight in Texas this Friday night. The iconic heavyweight will step back into the ring for his first official bout in nearly two decades, with the fight finally proceeding after being delayed due to a health scare.

Originally slated for July, it was postponed when Tyson fell ill on a flight due to an ulcer flare-up. The 58 year old is, without doubt, one of the greatest boxers in the history of the sport, boasting 50 wins out of his 58 professional fights, with 44 of those by knockout.

Known for his fierce boxing style, he ruled the division for years and made a fortune doing so. Some estimates put Tyson's career earnings at over half a billion pounds, but the heavyweight legend ended up losing it all due to extravagant spending and costly tastes.

However, he has managed to rebuild his fortune and still holds a substantial net worth today. Here's everything you need to know.

The 58 year old has disclosed that he has been 'begged' not to participate in the fight but remains determined to prove himself against a much younger opponent to demonstrate he still has what it takes. Naturally, he will be rewarded generously with both men set to significantly increase their bank balances as a result of the fight.

Tyson, considered one of the greatest heavyweight fighters ever, is believed to have amassed over $300 million (£234 million) throughout his boxing career. Indeed, Forbes has suggested that his career earnings could exceed half a billion pounds, estimating them at a staggering $685million (£535million).

He raked in £80 million in a single night when he was defeated by Lennox Lewis in 2002,