1. MIKE TYSON
Michael Gerard Tyson was born on June 30, 1966. He is an American former PROFESSIONAL BOXER, who competed from 1985 to 2005. Nicknamed “Iron Mike“[ and “Kid Dynamite” in his early career. Later known as “The baddest Man on the Planet“. Tyson’s prowess as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time is widely acknowledged. He reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990. Tyson won his first 19 professional fights by knockout 12 of them in the first round. Claiming his first belt at 20 years, four months, and 22 days old, Tyson holds the record as the youngest boxer ever to win a heavyweight title.
2. Ups and downs
After serving a six-year prison sentence, Tyson made a triumphant boxing comeback, reclaiming major titles alongside legends like Muhammad Ali and Evander Holyfield. Despite Tyson’s best efforts, controversies marred his reign, including the loss of his WBC title and the infamous ear-biting incident.. Ultimately, he faced a knockout defeat against Lennox Lewis. Tyson’s aggressive style earned him the reputation as the most ferocious heavyweight boxer ever.
3.Accomplishments
With an impressive knockout percentage of 88%, Tyson cemented his status as one of the hardest-hitting heavyweights in the history of boxing. Notably, Ring magazine ranked him 16th on their list of the 100 best punchers of all time. Furthermore, Tyson: ESPN’s hardest-hitting heavyweight, SKY Sports’ most ferocious boxer, Hall of Fame inductee.
4.How he is doing now?
He recently did an exhibition with the legend himself Roy Jones junior. Tyson is working out to keep himself fit, and he prepared himself very well for upcoming exhibitions. You cannot call him a retired athlete by judging him from the dude’s physique.
5.Podcasts
We can see Tyson now on different podcasts , on where he shares his life experiences with best podcasters like Joe Rogan , Brendan Schaub etc. Tyson is the good analyst of combat sports. He loves to be on the ringside often time.
6.Legacy
Tyson will always be one of the greatest heavyweight boxer in history. His amateur career was great. He always brought most entertaining fights. Most of his fights ended with knockout, which made him most exciting heavyweight. Tyson is just a living legend, he is one of the most celebrated athletes of 21st century.
