“It Was Over”: Days After $21 Million News Goes Viral, Mike Tyson Gives His 2 Cents on Eminem Walking Out Terence Crawford

In a year teeming with thrilling boxing matches, Terence Crawford vs Errol Spence Jr. emerged as a standout event, delivering on all fronts. Crawford now holding the undisputed title at Welterweight, put on a dominant show beating ‘The Truth’ in the ninth round. However, the excitement reached a crescendo when rap icon Eminem made an electrifying entrance alongside ‘Bud’. With the iconic strains of “Lose Yourself” resonating throughout the packed venue, Crawford’s energy surged, and the crowd roared in unison.

Leading up to the fight, the Omaha native took to Instagram to playfully suggest getting the rapper to walk him to the ring. However, Eminem responded to the post, expressing his enthusiasm and dubbing Crawford one of his favorite boxers. This interaction culminated in a moment that reverberated through the world of sports. The monumental occasion was further cemented by the fight getting $21 million in revenue from ticket sales. This has led boxing legend Mike Tyson to also weigh in on the momentous walkout.

Eminem’s ring walk with Terence Crawford takes center stage with Mike Tyson

In a recent episode of Hotboxin along with UFC President Dana White, Tyson shared his thoughts on the ring walk. According to the former champion, the fight was over as soon as ‘Bud’ came out with Slim Shady’s classic song. Moreover, he thought that this song was tailor made for a fight or a boxing match.

“You see, Eminem came in there with Crawford. Soon as Eminem came in, it was over. He had the big hit, that’s just meant for a fight, boxing that song.” he said

Eminem’s association with boxing and admiration for Tyson are not new revelations. The rap superstar has expressed deep respect for Tyson’s legacy and has frequently integrated boxing references into his music. In addition, it seems like ‘Iron Mike’ also appreciates the Grammy Winning rapper’s creative talents giving him high praise. Crawford, on the other hand, was over the moon after getting his favorite musician to walk him out. Moreover, in a candid revelation after his victory, Crawford shared the behind-the-scenes story of how Eminem became an integral part of his entrance.

Crawford’s candid account of securing the ring entrance

Crawford recently revealed the captivating story behind enlisting rap superstar Eminem as his hype man. Following his triumphant win, Crawford disclosed to Showtime how he managed to secure ‘Slim Shady’s’ support. Bud’s journey to the rap star’s inclusion in his ring entrance began with a simple DM to the hip-hop icon.

“I throw a rock in a haystack and he replied, I told him to pull up, and he said, ‘I’m there. You’re one of my favorite fighters. That showed a lot of support for me, and that showed what level I’m at in the boxing world.” Crawford said, according to Rolling Stone.

Notably, this wasn’t the only instance where Eminem has surprised audiences with his presence. Just weeks prior, on July 15, the rap legend made an unanticipated appearance during Ed Sheeran’s concert at Detroit’s Ford Field. The impact of Eminem’s support extended beyond the realm of a thrilling ring entrance. Crawford’s revelation sheds light on the unwavering camaraderie between artists and athletes, transcending their respective fields.

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