Mike Tyson, the legendary boxer who struck fear into opponents’ hearts, is feeling the weight of Father Time. The 58-year-old boxer is gearing up for a showdown with YouTube sensation Jake Paul. However, recent comments from Iron Mike have caused fans to be concerned about his health.
Tyson’s journey back to the ring has been anything but smooth. Originally slated for July, the bout was postponed due to a bleeding ulcer. Now, as November looms, Tyson’s words are raising eyebrows. He was recently commentating on an MMA fight for the promotion of Cage Wars, where he revealed this.
“[Things are] a little shaky. It’s hard to walk right now. “But two months from now I’m going to be perfect… The fight is won in the gym. Listen, I’ll do anything to help me.” (h/t USA Today)
The boxing icon confessed that walking is currently a struggle. That’s not ideal when your job involves dancing around the ring and dodging punches. But Tyson assured fans that he would be “perfect” in two months. If that’s true, he is banking on some impressive recovery methods.
Despite the pain, Iron Mike isn’t slacking off. Even at 58 years old, he is already sparring six rounds a day. The fight itself is a curious affair. It’s professional but with modified rules—two-minute rounds instead of the standard three. Fans are hoping for Tyson’s recovery to end sooner so that he can get into the ring in November.
Mike Tyson Reveals The Best Boxer He Ever Faced In The Ring
‘Iron’ has faced some serious competition over the years. His career reads like a who’s who of boxing legends. But when asked about the best fighter he ever faced, Iron Mike didn’t hesitate.
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Mike Tyson’s journey in boxing is the stuff of legend. At just 20 years old, he became the youngest heavyweight champion. But even the mightiest have their Kryptonite for Tyson, which came in the form of Evander Holyfield, the same guy whose ear became an unfortunate snack in their infamous rematch.
In a recent interview with The Ring Magazine, Tyson crowned Holyfield the best fighter he had ever faced. It is quite the compliment from a man who’s traded blows with some of boxing’s finest. Tyson’s praise for Holyfield was passionate. He described him as having it all—chin, heart, determination, work ethic, and demeanor.
Despite the controversy, Tyson’s respect for Holyfield shines through. It is a testament to Holyfield’s skills that he left such an impression on Iron Mike. After all, this is coming from a guy who once threatened to eat Lennox Lewis’s children!
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