Boxing icon Mike Tyson has joined Ready To Fight (RTF), a blockchain-based platform aimed at revolutionizing the boxing ecosystem. This partnership, announced in a recent press release, comes as RTF gears up to list its RTF token on four cryptocurrency exchanges.
Tyson’s role in the project is as a brand ambassador, bringing his legendary status to RTF’s mission to transform boxing through blockchain technology. Tyson’s global appeal is expected to expand the platform’s reach, attracting boxing fans worldwide.
The press release stated, “In a significant endorsement of RTF’s mission to revolutionize the sport, boxing legend Mike Tyson has joined the platform as a brand ambassador. Tyson’s legendary status and global appeal are expected to significantly extend RTF’s reach, captivating and inspiring an international audience of boxing enthusiasts.”
Ready To Fight is led by heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk and a team of dedicated advisors and ambassadors. The project presents itself as a blockchain-enabled social network designed to connect boxers at all levels with industry stakeholders. This seamless connection aims to foster a more transparent and integrated boxing community.
By leveraging blockchain, RTF aims to create a platform where fighters, promoters, trainers, and fans can interact and collaborate. The tokenization aspect allows users to engage with the platform’s ecosystem, providing new opportunities for growth and engagement within the sport.
Earlier this year, in February, Mike Tyson had also joined online casino and sportsbook, Rabona, as ambassador.