THE SIDELINES : Trump Sues Vegas Casino Over Who Hosts Next Douglas Fight
Donald J. Trump filed a $50-million lawsuit against the Mirage Hotel and Casino today, claiming unlawful interference by the Las Vegas resort with Trump Plaza’s contractual right to host a heavyweight championship rematch between James (Buster) Douglas and Mike Tyson.
John J. Barry, one of Trump’s attorneys, said his client and promoter Don King agreed to terms for a rematch on Feb. 12, two days after Douglas won the title with a 10th-round knockout in Tokyo. The rematch would have taken place June 18 at Atlantic City.
King, who claims to have promotional rights to Douglas’ next three fights, has also filed suit against the Mirage, which wants to promote a fight between Douglas and No. 1 contender Evander Holyfield in September. Barry said he hoped the Trump and King suits could be consolidated for purposes of a quick trial.
“Because of the lead time, we need this resolved by early April to make the June 18 date possible,” he said.
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