WATCH: 56-Year-Old Injured Mike Tyson, Closing in on His “Expiration Date”, Spotted Limping While Using Cane

Athletes are known to put their bodies through tremendous stress and pressure all throughout their careers to reach the top of their game. One of the most renowned athletes, Mike Tyson, had an incredible physique in his prime. However, the legendary boxer is nearing old age and his body can’t handle the same pressure.

Recently, the former undisputed heavyweight champion was pictured to be in considerable pain while walking. In fact, he had to make use of a wooden cane.

Legendary boxer Mike Tyson was caught limping

‘The Baddest Man on Planet’ is way past his prime and enjoying his retirement from the sport of boxing. However, time seems to be catching up to Tyson as he was struggling to walk normally. The former heavyweight champion was limping while using a wooden cane to walk.

Moreover, Tyson did not look to be in great shape as we slowly limped off into the building. According to TMZ, the 56-year-old boxing veteran is suffering from “a sciatica flare-up”. Furthermore, it is a mere workplace injury.

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TMZ reported it as “Nothing serious. Just an occupational hazard for an athlete like Mike.” It is heart-wrenching to see one of the greatest boxers of all time struggling to walk without any assistance.

Tyson believes he is nearing his death

It is common for people to have thoughts about their demise as they grow old. Similarly, the two-time heavyweight champion Mike Tyson has been going through this situation. Tyson mentioned in his podcast that he was getting closer and closer to his death during an interview with a certified therapist, Sean McFarland.

He stated, “We are all going to die, one day, of course. When I look in the mirror, I see those little spots on my face and say, wow that’s my expiration date is coming close really soon.” Tyson expressed a few morbid but profound thoughts about his mortality.

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