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      • Tyson was known for his ferocious and intimidating boxing style as well as his controversial behavior inside and outside the ring, which he explained was inspired by Sonny Liston, a boxer who is widely regarded as the most intimidating man in the history of boxing. With a knockout-to-win percentage of 88%, he was ranked 16th on The Ring magazine's list of 100 greatest punchers of all time, and first on ESPN 's list of "The Hardest Hitters in Heavyweight History".
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    Nicknamed " Iron Mike " [4] and " Kid Dynamite " in his early career, and later known as " the Baddest Man on the Planet ", [5] Tyson is regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. [6] He reigned as the undisputed world heavyweight champion from 1987 to 1990.

  4. www.britannica.com › biography › Mike-TysonMike Tyson | Biography, Record, & Facts | Britannica

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    This article is about the life of American boxer Mike Tyson. It covers his background, boxing career, personal and professional exploits, legal problems and retirement.

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    Michael Gerald Tyson, also known as Iron Mike, was an American boxer who became the youngest heavyweight champion in history at age 20. He was trained by Bobby Stewart and Cus D'Amato.

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    A member of street gangs at a young age, he was sent to reform school where he discovered his boxing potential. He compiled a 24-3 record as an amateur and turned professional in 1985 with D'Amato teaching him a peekaboo style that made his defense almost impenetrable.

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    In 1986, he became the youngest heavyweight champion in history after defeating Trevor Berbick and later acquired two more championship belts from James Smith and Tony Tucker. After aligning with Don King, he made 10 successful defenses of his world heavyweight title including victories over former champions Larry Holmes and Michael Spinks before l...

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    Following allegations of physical abuse towards Robin Givens whom he married in 1988 but divorced soon after along with several assault charges filed against him; Tyson lost the championship to James Douglas on February 11th 1990 followed by being convicted for rape charge in 1992 which led to prison time before resuming boxing again post release f...

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    • JAMES “BONECRUSHER” SMITH. March 7, 1987, Las Vegas Hilton, Las Vegas, Nevada • Titles: WBA and WBC heavyweight. “HBO had a tournament. I beat [Tim] Witherspoon to win the WBA title, [Tyson] beat Trevor Berbick to win the WBC title and we fought each other.
    • PINKLON THOMAS. May 30, 1987, Las Vegas Hilton, Las Vegas • Titles: WBA and WBC heavyweight. “Mike was a very nice young man. If it wasn’t for Jim Jacobs, the fight probably wouldn’t have been made.
    • TONY TUCKER. August 1, 1987, Las Vegas Hilton, Las Vegas • Titles: Undisputed heavyweight. “Tyson was short, strong, real quick and he could take a punch.
    • TYRELL BIGGS. October 16, 1987, Convention Hall, Atlantic City, New Jersey • Titles: Undisputed heavyweight. “In the amateurs you’re still green and I was better than him at that time.

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  8. www.espn.com › boxing › storyMike Tyson: Biography, record, fights and more - ESPN

    Jun 7, 2024 · Mike Tyson, of Brooklyn, New York, is a former heavyweight lineal champion known as "The Baddest Man on the Planet." Tyson, the youngest man to ever win a heavyweight title, retired in 2005,...

  9. www.thesportster.com › how-mike-tyson-got-hisHow Mike Tyson Got His Start In Boxing, Explained - TheSportster

    Apr 10, 2024 · Mike Tyson was a bullied kid in Brownsville who found boxing as an outlet. He ascended to fame and became a fearsome heavyweight champion. Overcoming obstacles, Tyson learned to channel his ferocious nature into successful boxing career.

  10. www.espn.com › boxing › storyMike Tyson career timeline: Top boxing milestones to know

    Mar 7, 2024 · Here are the major milestones in Tyson's storied career: June 27, 1981: Wins his first boxing championship, as a 15-year-old amateur, stopping heavyweight Joe Cortez in just 8 seconds to capture...

  11. www.biography.com › athletes › mike-tysonMike Tyson: Biography, Boxer, Heavyweight Champion, Ex-Criminal

    Jun 7, 2024 · Mike Tyson is a former heavyweight boxing champion who has been convicted of rape and drug charges. Read about his boxing career, record, age, movies, and more.

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