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Tyson May Join Showtime Team

Associated Press

Mike Tyson may get a chance to talk about boxing even before he tries to climb back into the ring.

The former heavyweight champ, whose infamous ear-biting of Evander Holyfield last month led to the revocation of his boxing license and a $3 million fine, could eventually return as an analyst for Showtime’s boxing broadcast team.

Jay Larkin, an executive producer for Showtime boxing programs, said Thursday that reports that the cable network was considering hiring Tyson to help deliver the blow-by-blow of matches were premature.

“I will not rule out anything, nor will I endorse anything at this moment, until I know what Mike is doing with his life,” Larkin said.

Tyson was sanctioned Wednesday by the Nevada State Athletic Commission.