Lewis-Tyson fight may go ahead in June

The world heavyweight title fight between Lennox Lewis and Mike Tyson could go ahead in June, according to Lewis's business manager Adrian Ogun.

The original fight, scheduled for April 6 at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, was cancelled after Tyson was denied a boxing licence by the Nevada State Athletic Commission following last month's infamous pre-fight news conference brawl in New York.

But Ogun is optimistic the bout will take place this year.

"Lennox wants a true sporting contest but it was clear to me watching Mike Tyson before the Nevada Commission that he needs help," he told BBC Radio on Sunday.

"June gives Mike plenty of time to seek help and all true sports and boxing fans want to see the fight."

Venues on four continents have expressed interest in hosting the Lewis-Tyson fight, which will carry an estimated purse of $150 million, but Ogun said it was still most likely to be in the United States.