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Muhammad Ali is considered a great trash talker and many are inspired by the Great to this day. While introducing, Cus D’Amato Ali surely had a ton of respect for the coach but could not hold back on his trash-talking. ” Cus D’Amato can be seen from a great distance when the sun is shining because his head shines. The genius of boxing, he knows all about boxing. He can tell you about all the fighters, from the face first fighter up until myself.,” said Ali.

Although D’Amato and Ali were friendly with each other, both never trained together. Muhammad Ali was known to be the boss in his training camp and as such his coaches had a laid-back approach. Meanwhile, Cus D’Amato wanted his fighters to follow every part of his approach. This helped him create Mike Tyson’s famous peek-a-boo fighting style. Cus D’Amato also did not like how often Ali would get hit during his sparring sessions adding another reason to not work with ‘The Great’.

Regardless, both worshipped each other as the best. Ali has called D’Amato the Bible of boxing but again could not hold back with his amusing trash talk and called him ugly as well. Meanwhile, Cus D’Amato believed Muhammad Ali was the greatest boxer, and even Mike Tyson started worshipping Ali due to his coach.

Despite being a huge influence, Mike Tyson did not want to be a fighter like Muhammad Ali

Muhammad Ali is known as one of the biggest inspirations for all the boxers to this day. Through his fighting style, trash-talking, and personality ‘ The Great ‘ has left a huge mark on the sport of boxing. Boxing legend Mike Tyson has also made known that Ali had a huge influence on his career and he deeply respected him.

Despite having a huge impact on his life, Tyson has confessed he never wanted to be like Ali. Growing up Tyson came from a very rough neighborhood. He would often get into fights and end up in the juvie. He had the opportunity of meeting Ali in his teens which heavily inspired him to become famous. However, due to his background and upbringing, he wanted to be more like Roberto Duran, Sonny Liston, and others.

“I wanted to be mean like Sonny Liston and Jack Dempsey. I wanted to be ferocious, I wanted to kill you with my stare,” said Tyson. Although Tyson did not want to mirror Ali’s persona inside the ring he was surely inspired to become famous by ‘ The Great’.

The Tyson Fury–Francis Ngannou match is precisely two months away. While still making major headlines, the heavyweight crossover’s hype increased in leaps and bounds with the announcement of Mike Tyson joining the Ngannou camp. It is the former UFC Heavyweight champion’s pro boxing debut. Hence the obvious question: Does he have a plan to nullify the reigning champion’s attack? Perhaps the youngest Heavyweight champion in the sport’s history might have a few answers from what he shared during an interview.

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So, in the recent episode of his podcast ‘Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson,’ the former champion shared what Ngannou needs to do to keep his performance sharp. According to Tyson, more competitiveness is all ‘The Predator’ needs. Therefore, he should keep at it. After the usual introductions, in the recent episode of his show, Jim Rome checked with Tyson about the new stage in his life—that of a trainer.

The road to Francis Ngannou’s victory: a few winning tips from Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson shared how life was going great for him. Besides the crossover fight, he participates in the Birmingham Roller World Cup with his pigeons. Then, he also shared how his business had taken off and turned into the number-one franchise in the world! Rome checked whether he considered his life post-fifties the ‘best version’ of himself, to which the former champion replied, “Well, at this moment, yes….”

Then, the conversation stopped at the Fury-Ngannou fight. Jim Rome wanted to know how the opportunity for training came to his shores. Mike Tyson replied, “Well, you know his team reached out to me. I was interested in doing it, and we went through a few sessions, and it was very successful. I said he had the attitude he had experience from fighting in here as the UFC champion…”

Jim Rome inquired about Tyson’s most significant takeaway from the training assignment. Then he also checked whether Ngannou had it in him to deal with a powerful hitter like Tyson Fury. He asked, “…like strategically other than Francis hitting him in the face, what does he need to do to win this fight? ”

Mike Tyson immediately responded, “Oh, he just needs to go all out, aggression punch into the body, bring him into the head, as we’ve been working with. He’s moving his head. He’s giving it together …”

In 1991, the youngest heavyweight boxing champion, Mike Tyson, faced adversity. It was the year an Indiana jury convicted him of raping 18-year-old Desiree Washington in February 1992. Tyson and Indiana crossed paths at a Miss Black America pageant rehearsal. The practice was taking place in Indianapolis in July 1991. After his conviction, Tyson received a 10-year prison sentence. However, that was not only it, he was also given a suspension for four years.

Furthermore, ‘Iron Mike’ commenced his term at the Indiana Youth Center near Plainfield in March 1992. Later, he got out in March 1995. Now, 31 years after the incident happened, a video has resurfaced. In it, we see an agitated Mike. This is because, in an interview, Tyson was unexpectedly asked about his rape conviction.

Why did Mike Tyson become agitated with an interviewer?

In the video that has resurfaced, we see a ferocious side of Mike Tyson. This was triggered by an interviewer, who allegedly out of nowhere asked ‘Kid Dynamite’ about his 31 years old rape conviction. Furthermore, Mike came to give the interview about his then association with Mayor Ford. Moreover, the agenda of the discussion was ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’s’ involvement in politics.

However, fury arose in Mike as the interviewer posed a question about his rape conviction. Apparently, the interviewer was raising the concerns of the critics. According to them, Tyson’s involvement with the Mayor’s campaign considering his criminal background, may tarnish the image of the campaign. This is what led him to lose his calm and lash out at the interviewer. Out of anger, Tyson said, “You don’t even want to say that. So interesting that you come across like a nice guy, but you’re really a piece of sh*t. So f*ck you.”

Indeed, Tyson’s outburst was a reflection of past memories which were tormenting.

Tyson details his appalling memories

After spending three years in prison, he was released. However, Tyson couldn’t release himself from the mental cage of those traumatic memories. Furthermore, Tyson has shared his poignant experience in his autobiography ‘The Undisputed Truth.’ He discussed at length his experience in the prison. He said he used to be furious inside the prison. Mike said, “I was consumed with rage.”

Furthermore, he also elaborated on his experience before reaching the prison. When Tyson arrived at the diagnostic center, he underwent a cavity search. This was a part of their procedure. But, what happened next was a painful memory for Mike. It was the staff there that stripped him naked and conducted the search. Then, after the search, Tyson and other inmates received pajama-like clothes and slippers.

Recently, a post on Instagram from an account named ‘Stelfiatt’ caused quite an uproar. A photo was shared showcasing an artist’s picture as he was battling against Muhammad Ali. The level of realism was so high that it left many people questioning if it was an AI creation or just a skillful use of photo editing. The discussion became heated, with some individuals strongly believing it was AI-generated, while others thought it was just a savvy application of Photoshop.

The picture showed the artist getting punched by Muhammad Ali, and it was so realistic that it looked like it could have been taken straight from a movie set. The artist’s face was contorted in a way that was almost unrecognizable, while Ali’s face did look a bit out of place. The picture sparked a lot of discussion on social media, with people weighing in on whether it was AI or just photoshop. The artist had fake pictures with several more historical figures.

Fans react to an AI-created picture of Muhammad Ali

Fans have been quick to react to the post, with many expressing their opinions on whether the image is real or not. Some people joked that it was the work of billionaire Jeff Bezos. Given the bald head of the artist, people were quick to compare him with Bezos and ‘Mr. Worldwide’, also known as Pitbull. People also pointed out the flaws with the pictures, as one fan wrote, “Vikings never wore horn helmets….”.

Some people pointed out that the depiction in the picture is accurate. One fan wrote, “In a fight with Muhammad Ali you are definitely the one getting punched!! Accurate”. People also pointed out how Ali’s face looked off in the picture.

Some people joked that Bezos went back in time to capture a selfie. One fan wrote, “Nope, don’t buy it. He built a time machine and took his smartphone to take pics to prove it.”

There were a lot of people who showed their concern with AI taking place of artists. One person wrote, “Using ‘artist’ and ‘AI’ in the same sentence is wild”. One of the biggest YouTube content creators, Pewdiepie, recently addressed these fears and made some comments on this situation.

Ali and Tyson made it to the top and became global superstars. They were often compared with each other and fans wanted to know who would be the better boxer if they did fight. Unfortunately, they couldn’t box professionally as they hailed from two different eras.

That said, Mike Tyson always considered Muhammad Ali as his idol and expressed his respect for ‘The Greatest’ several times. While Ali was in his last years and could barely move, ‘Iron’ Mike once paid him a visit and gave fans a beautiful moment to relish for a lifetime.

Muhammad Ali was seated on a couch, while Mike Tyson impersonated his remarkable footwork that felt like a dance. Ali couldn’t speak much, but he smiled and threw the boxing sign to show his appreciation for Tyson.

Interestingly, Mike Tyson kept calling Ali the champ throughout the clip. “Watch me Ali, Champ, champ, watch my feet champ. Watch the feet champ,” said ‘Iron’ Mike.

While we could never see Ai and Tyson collide in the ring, there’s a legend in Larry Holmes who fought both the men. Muhammad Ai fought Holmes in 1980 in his second-last fight and lost the battle via RTD. Eight years later, Tyson avenged his idol’s defeat.

How did Mike Tyson avenge Muhammad Ali’s loss?

Larry Holmes vanquished Muhammad Ali via 10 round RTD to retain his WBC title. However, Mike Tyson took only four rounds to stop ‘The Easton Assassin’. When Tyson and Holmes locked horns, Ali was present at ringside. Undoubtedly he was cheering for ‘Iron’ Mike and he wasn’t deprived.

A young Tyson appeared sharp from the initial stage of the fight. Although Holmes alarmed him with a few good shots, Tyson responded in kind and earned a thunderous stoppage.

While Ali and Tyson remain incomparable for their unique features, fans will always continue to contrast them under several parameters.

Being eminent makes it difficult for people to guard their privacies. They may get surrounded by crowds and their fans, just for a few seconds of their time.

Dana White wanted to know how ‘Iron Mike’ travels around the continent without feeling too overwhelmed and Tyson’s response to this question has got everyone thinking.

Mike Tyson reveals his secret

At the beginning of the episode, White instantly posed the question of how he managed to walk around Italy. Well, Tyson revealed that he gets chased by kids on their bikes for a picture. He stated, “These guys on bikes is like a team. Like 12 kids on the bikes chasing me.”

The UFC President still couldn’t fathom how Tyson can easily travel to such known places without getting engulfed by the crowd. He confessed how he went to the Colosseum recently and was met with lots of fans. He enunciated, “It was so bad I had to get back on the boat and go back to the boat because we couldn’t even f***ing walk.”

That’s w hen ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ gave out his trade secret, as he said, “I got all the MMA fighters over there, the Kickboxing champions, they’re all my bodyguards. Yeah, all the fighters, Europe is different all the fighters run the show, you know that?” Well, this was a big step for Tyson post the incident that happened at a Comedy Show in Hollywood.

Tyson encountered a fan with a gun in his hand

‘Kid Dynamite’ decided to attend a small open mic in Los Angeles, when a comedian recognized the boxer and vehemently challenged him to a fight. At one point, according to TMZ, he even pulled out a gun from his waist and threatened all the people around. Interestingly, Tyson didn’t get fazed one bit, despite being technically held at gunpoint.

There was a certain desperation in the man’s voice as he was heard saying, “All I need is you.” After some time, the man put the gun away, and the Brooklyn native offered him a hug. Tyson did not lose his cool, and was calm the entire time, as he’s seen it all back in his childhood. He’s also been held at gunpoint before by his former trainer, Teddy Atlas.

Following Tyson Fury’s victory over Francis Ngannou, boxing legend Mike Tyson reportedly reached out to both fighters to extend his congratulations and support.

Tyson, known for his dominance in the boxing ring during his prime, has been vocal about his admiration for both Fury and Ngannou’s skills and determination. After witnessing Fury’s triumph over Ngannou, Tyson wasted no time in acknowledging their achievements. Sources close to the situation reveal that Tyson personally contacted Fury and Ngannou to offer words of praise and encouragement. In a gesture of camaraderie and sportsmanship, Tyson expressed his admiration for their performances and emphasized the significance of their contributions to combat sports.

Furthermore, Tyson’s outreach served as a testament to the mutual respect shared among fighters across different disciplines. Despite the competitive nature of combat sports, Tyson’s gesture highlights the bond forged through shared experiences and a shared passion for the sport. In addition to reaching out to Fury and Ngannou, Tyson took to social media to publicly commend both fighters on their impressive display of skill and determination. His message resonated with fans and fellow athletes alike, underscoring the universal appeal of sportsmanship and respect in the world of combat sports.

As Tyson continues to advocate for the sport and support emerging talent, his actions serve as a reminder of the importance of unity and camaraderie in the competitive arena. By celebrating the achievements of others, Tyson exemplifies the values of sportsmanship and mutual respect that transcend the boundaries of competition.

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The Christian Horner saga that involves a female employee of Red Bull Racing lodging a complaint against the Briton, alleging ‘inappropriate behavior‘, is now in the domain of the FIA. The motorsports governing body have reportedly received a complaint as well and are evaluating further steps. Amidst this, BBC’s Rebecca Clancy has revealed why the employee in question has not come out with a statement yet and why is her ‘friend’ the one releasing the updates.

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Clancy explained on the BBC’s F1: Chequered Flag podcast, “She’s actually not allowed to speak and that’s why we’re hearing from her friend and not her directly. I’m sure she will probably love [to have] her say but it is legally not allowed.”

News broke out earlier this year in February that Red Bull GmbH were investigating Christian Horner internally after they received the complaint from the female employee. After an independent barrister hired by the company investigated Horner for over a month, they dismissed the grievance against the Briton.

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Recent reports, however, suggest that the attorney in question was none other than a London lawyer really close to the Thai side of Red Bulls’ hierarchy. In any case, this matter has become more than just a misconduct case with multiple storylines emerging ever since.

Moreover, there were also reports that Horner and Red Bull paid the complainant $1.1 million as a severance fee to close the matter once and for all. Ever since the controversy has now gone quiet.

Focus has shifted back to Red Bull’s performances from Christian Horner

Soon after Red Bull GmbH dismissed the grievance against Christian Horner, Jos Verstappen urged the team to sack the British boss to protect the side’s reputation. Soon after the 52-year-old made his remarks, reports also emerged that Max Verstappen could leave Red Bull.

However, those rumors seemed to have subsided now. The focus seems to have returned to Red Bull’s performances. But this story could yet take another turn as the F1 community pressurizes for more transparency.

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Both Toto Wolff and Lewis Hamilton have been very vocal about how the lack of transparency about the entire issue is really detrimental to the values this sport should be promoting. Now, even former Red Bull driver Sebastian Vettel has urged for more transparency in this matter.

As quoted by PlanetF1, the 36-year-old said, “I think with these things, it’s always difficult to know everything. And it would be nice if there was simply more transparency so that you really, you know, could have more of an opinion.”

In 2003, ‘Iron Mike’ was in a really weird place in his career. The year prior, Tyson had somehow scratched and crawled his way into a title shot against Lennox Lewis. In a clash that was long in the making, ‘The Lion’ dominated and easily won.

Following the defeat, there was talk of a potential rematch. It didn’t have to do with the competitiveness of the contest, but instead contractual. A lot of that potential rematch hinged on how Tyson’s next bout went, which was slated for February 2003.

That month, Mike Tyson faced the relatively low-regarded Clifford Etienne. Leading into the bout, the former champion was naturally a massive favorite. However, that fight week in 2003 was a wild one, as it looked like the bout wouldn’t happen multiple times.

In fact, the bout was even canceled at one point, as his training team thought his lack of conditioning could lead to a loss. Ultimately, the fight went ahead, with Tyson sporting a new face tattoo that he got in fight week. Jeff Fenech has his own idea why.

Tyson’s former tra iner discussed the fight week tattoo in an interview with Fox Sports. There, Fenech opined:

“My first impression was that I’ve never had a tattoo in my life, but I thought we are fighting in a week, and when you get a tattoo, you can’t fight because they snap up and it wouldn’t be healthy to do that. We sat down and spoke, and he didn’t really want to fight and he wasn’t prepared to, and that was one of the reasons he got the tattoo.”Did Mike Tyson defeat Clifford Etienne?

Mike Tyson’s February 2003 fight week perfectly exemplifies who ‘Iron Mike’ is.

Leading into the bout, the former champion was quiet. That was until fight week when his coaching staff canceled the bout for him. Promoters stated at the time that Tyson was in no shape to compete due to his lack of training.

The issue is that nobody told the former champion. So, he arrived at The Pyramid in Tennesee that week ready to fight, somehow arguing to his team that the bout should proceed.

Mike Tyson also made time to get a new, massive face tattoo for his bout with Clifford Etienne. For most boxers, an upset loss to ‘The Black Rhino’ would be coming. It was clear that the heavyweight legend didn’t care about the fight.

However, it went ahead, and he somehow won by knockout in under a minute.

KSI has reacted to his defeat to Tommy Fury.

KSI has broken his silence on social media after suffering a crushing defeat to Tommy Fury last night.

KSI vs Fury topped a bumper Misfits Boxing card in Manchester on Saturday.

But the YouTube star, who was making his first appearance in a boxing ring since May, lost a close decision on fight night.

Fury edged out KSI by majority decision, having had a point deducted in the second round for another shot to the back of his opponent’s head.

An error on the scorecards has since been spotted following the result.

KSI has now taken to social media to reflect on the first defeat of his boxing career.

On X, he wrote: “Appreciate all the kind messages from everyone. In the ring and watching it back I feel like I should have won. Either way I feel like I accomplished what I wanted to in the end.

“This little untalented nerd was able go toe to toe with a professional boxer,” he added. “Use me as the living proof that hard work and self belief can get you anywhere in this life.”

Appreciate all the kind messages from everyone. In the ring and watching it back I feel like I should have won. Either way I feel like I accomplished what I wanted to in the end. This little untalented nerd was able go toe to toe with a professional boxer. Use me as the living…

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The 30-year-old influencer won his only previous bout as a professional against now-business partner Logan Paul. He has fought eight times in total, with five wins, one draw, one no-contest and now one loss.

Shortly after KSI’s post online, Jake Paul once again took aim at his rival.

“Nagh son….your entire goal was to show the world you are better than me,” he tweeted. “You repeated that like 690 times in the lead up. You didn’t accomplish shit other than prove no one should take you serious as a boxer.”