Don King Sued for $3 Billion Over Event

Don King, the controversial boxing promoter, is facing a $3 billion civil lawsuit filed by BYD Sports and its CEO, Cecil Miller, in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York. The lawsuit alleges fraud, defamation, and breach of contract related to a planned event titled 'Rumble in the Jungle 2', intended to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the historic Ali vs. Foreman fight. Miller claims he invested considerable time and resources in promoting the event, which included securing sponsorships and potential performances from artists like Alicia Keys and John Legend, only for King to withdraw support at a critical moment. Court documents reveal that King sent a cease-and-desist letter accusing Miller of falsely claiming he had permission to organize the event. Miller's attorney has refuted these claims, describing King's actions as sabotage that caused significant financial damage. This lawsuit adds another chapter to King's long history of legal disputes within the boxing industry.