“Shaq Replaces Ali As the Most Well-Known Man in the World”: Amid Anthony Davis Injury Controversy, Rare Photo of Shaquille O’Neal With Legend Mike Tyson Makes Rounds on the Internet

Two worlds collided when Mike Tyson met Shaquille O’Neal at an event. Both competitors have retired but both doyens are still passionate about their respective sports. However, Shaquille O’Neal has been receiving some flack from the NBA world. In a recent game between Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors, Anthony Davis, a player for the Lakers, got injured when he accidentally got hit by Kevon Looney. The injury forced Davis to drop out from the match mid-game. Thereafter, in the post-game show, O’Neal was seen laughing while discussing the injury which prompted the NBA world to call out the retired player on the same.

However, O’Neal cleared the air and explicitly stated that the conversation had nothing to do with the injury. He stated, “I ain’t making fun of nobody, that’s not what I do. But I do know you’re not going to stop me from playing in that Game 6.” However, it is safe to say that O’Neal is still adored by the public at large. In a resurfaced photo of himself and former heavyweight champion, Mike Tyson, both the legendary figures received immense love from the fans.

Fans react to Shaquille O’Neal and Mike Tyson standing next to each other

In a resurfaced picture, Tyson and O’Neal were standing right by each other. The two retired athletes have excelled in their respective sports but they both share an exuberant aura and are one of the greatest athletes in their own domain. Film Scenes posted a picture in which 7’1 O’Neal was towering over 5’10 Tyson. While posing to the camera, both of them were enjoying each other’s presence as they shook hands; showcasing their mutual respect for each other.

The fans had an intriguing reaction when they saw the two together in one frame. Here are few fan reactions reflecting upon the same.

One fan named Paul Rogers was awestruck to see them together and stated, “Smokey and the Bandit; Big & Little Enos Burdette. I love their matching suits. Hey Just kidding. Both of these guys are the GOAT.”

A fan named Faheem Najiy is of the opinion that Muhammad Ali is less known than O’Neil. He asserted, “Shaq replaces Ali as the most well known man in the world…”

One fan commented and made an obvious remark regarding Shaq. He stated, “OMG , Verry big and verry high”

Another fan named Rasheed Mosley was glad to see his favorite athletes together. He stated, “Two legendary sports icons. Tyson & Shaq”

Lastly, a fan named Bon Dan stated, “These guys are class”

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It is safe to say that the fans were awestruck to see the two together. Did you have the same reaction? Are you a fan of both former athletes? Share it with us in the comments below.