Mike Tyson Once Revealed Hidden Detail About The Infamous ‘Bite Fight’

There’s a reason why Mike Tyson is referred to as “The Baddest Man on The Planet.” The boxer entered the ring with a completely unprecedented attitude. He was clearly going to destroy his opponent based on the wrath on his face. His style of boxing was different from the conventional methods, but it made him the youngest world heavyweight champion. His raging attitude landed him in a lot of controversies.

The pugilist made several headlines due to numerous altercations. But to this day, his biggest controversy is when he bit Evander Holyfield’s ear. While talking with GQ Sports, Tyson revealed why he bit his opponent’s ear. 

He stated, “I got very frustrated and discouraged and stuff. He was head-butting me, and I was really mad and I didn’t know what to do. And I just exploded and I bit his ear, no matter of fact I bit it twice. And I’m truly sorry.” 

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Apparently, Holyfield’s head-butting made Tyson furious, and he just exploded, which resulted in Holyfield losing a piece of his ear. 

Mike Tyson despises the man he once was

Mike Tyson was once regarded as the most dreaded person on earth. He was embroiled in a great deal of controversy inside the ring as well as outside. His towering presence used to send chills down his opponent’s spine. But as the years went by, the boxer transformed into someone completely different.

On his podcast show, Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson, he got emotional in front of Hollywood legend William Shatner. Tyson stated, “I always cried before a fight. I don’t know, this is who I am. I’m giving me the change into somebody I don’t like. Because he came more with fighting. He brought more than just fighting with him. He brought like jealousy, enviousness, guilt, he brought a lot of stuff.” 

Unexpectedly, the man who once made boxing venues electrify and who attracted thousands of spectators to the sport doesn’t like himself. When he entered the ring in his prime, “Iron Mike” claimed that he carried a lot of negative things with him, and he despises being that guy.

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He has since evolved into a more tranquil individual who enjoys discussing history, inner serenity, and a variety of other fascinating topics. Meanwhile, what do you think about Tyson biting Holyfield’s ear? Share it in the comments section below.