SAHARA Presents Mike Tyson Invitational 2
LAS VEGAS (July 1, 2026) – The Mike Tyson Invitational returns to SAHARA Las Vegas on Saturday, July 25, welcoming the second edition of the exclusive amateur boxing tournament created by legendary heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. The two-day invitational, presented by Fight Sports, will bring together some of the country’s most promising amateur boxers and Olympic hopefuls for an elite competition designed to launch the next generation of champions.
The event offers invited athletes the rare opportunity to compete on a world-class stage while gaining invaluable exposure before turning professional. Unlike traditional amateur tournaments, competitors are personally selected by Tyson based on skill and potential rather than random tournament seeding. The multi-weight class, invite-only, curated showdowns provide top-level exposure for rising amateurs. The Mike Tyson Invitational was built on Tyson’s belief that the next generation of boxing talent deserves greater visibility and opportunity. The invitational removes many of the traditional barriers facing amateur athletes by eliminating entry fees for invited competitors while providing a professional caliber experience.
Hosted at The SAHARA Theatre, the Mike Tyson Invitational reflects the resort’s continued commitment to bringing premier sporting events and world-class entertainment to the Las Vegas Strip.
“I am excited for the second Invitational and giving these fighters the platform and the mentorship they need to become the next generation of champions,” said Tyson. “This has been a very special project for me. I look forward to working with these great young boxers and doing what I can to make a positive impact on their future, both in and out of the ring.”
Tickets can be purchased online at miketysoninvitational.com. Guests traveling to Las Vegas for the Mike Tyson Invitational can take advantage of an exclusive stay offer at SAHARA Las Vegas. Fans who book by July 20, 2026, will receive 15% off stays of two nights or more, valid for travel between July 22 and July 27, 2026. The package also includes a $25 daily resort credit, which can be used at participating dining outlets and resort amenities, making it the perfect home base for an unforgettable fight weekend. To book, visit https://sahara.lv/tyson2.
MTI 2 will be available to watch on the Mike Tyson YouTube channel (youtube.com/@miketyson) and the Mike Tyson Invitational YouTube channel (youtube.com/@MikeTysoninvitational). MTI 2 will also be broadcast in the US on the FIGHT SPORTS® branded block on over 30 regional sports networks, and internationally on the FIGHT SPORTS® channel in countries throughout Europe, Asia, and Africa.
ABOUT THE MIKE TYSON INVITATIONAL
The Mike Tyson Invitational is a two-day, invite-only amateur boxing showcase created to elevate the sport at its developmental level. Hosted in Las Vegas, the event blends competition, mentorship, and fan engagement while honoring the legacy and fighting spirit that made Mike Tyson one of the most recognizable figures in sports history.
For more information, visit miketysoninvitational.com.
ABOUT SAHARA LAS VEGAS
SAHARA Las Vegas is an all-encompassing resort and casino with 1,613 guest rooms and suites in three distinctive towers, more than 80,000 square feet of flexible meeting space, The Pool and a collection of acclaimed restaurants, bars and entertainment venues. The 60,000-square-foot casino features elegant designs and a newly expanded slot floor with approximately 30 of the latest slot machines from the world’s top gaming content creators, bringing the total to more than 650 machines. The casino features more than 30 classic table games, the Infinity High Limit Lounge and a sports book operated by global gaming leader William Hill. An impressive selection of culinary and cocktail offerings includes Maroon, a Caribbean Steakhouse by James Beard Award-winning chef Kwame Onwuachi (arriving spring 2026); Balla Italian Soul by James Beard Award-winning chef Shawn McClain; famed Philadelphia sports bar Chickie’s & Pete’s; The Noodle Den; CASBAR Lounge; Prendi; The Tangier; and Zeffer’s Café. SAHARA Las Vegas is also proud to serve as home to MAGIC MIKE LIVE Las Vegas presented by Channing Tatum. SAHARA Las Vegas players can also enjoy the perks of an Infinity Rewards membership, a joint loyalty program between SAHARA and its sister property Grand Sierra Resort and Casino Reno, which gives players the opportunity to earn and redeem rewards across both destinations. SAHARA Las Vegas is a minority-owned business certified by the Western Regional Minority Supplier Development Council. For more information, please visit saharalasvegas.com and stay connected on Instagram, Facebook and X.
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