Middle-aged Paulie Malignaggi is considering a comeback to professional boxing, with a potential 147-pound title fight against Mario Barrios. After a long absence from the ring, Malignaggi is now a renowned commentator, but he's still tempted by the prospect of a bare-knuckle fight. He's also facing criticism for his opponent choice, Tyler Goodjohn, who has been more active than Malignaggi in recent years. Despite this, Malignaggi is targeting bigger and wealthier glories in the ring, believing he could beat Barrios right now. He's also discussing potential opportunities with Misfits, while preparing for his upcoming fight with Goodjohn. Malignaggi's commitment to his former profession has contributed to his witnessing the decline of his weight division, and he's now considering a comeback. He's also reflecting on his boxing career and the adjustments he needs to make to extend it. The article also touches on the risks to his hands and the nerves he's feeling before the fight. Malignaggi is excited to see how things come out on Saturday night.
