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There are certain unwritten rules one must follow when navigating the world. One such rule might be: “Never pick a fight with Mike Tyson, especially not in an enclosed space, like an airplane”. However, an individual chose to overlook this obvious guideline and found himself at the receiving end of Tyson’s fury. A resurfaced video has captured a shocking moment where the former Heavyweight boxing champion, Mike Tyson, is seen repeatedly punching a fellow passenger onboard a flight.

This unusual episode didn’t occur in a boxing ring or during a street brawl, but instead unfolded miles above ground. As one would imagine, the consequences for the ill-fated passenger were swift and severe. The resurgence of this jaw-dropping incident is stirring up a storm online, attracting an avalanche of reactions that are as compelling as the incident itself.

Reactions pour in as mid-air punch-up video of Mike Tyson resurfaces

The viral video, posted by The Damage Report on their Facebook page, provides a glimpse into the sudden altercation that occurred mid-flight. Tyson’s aggressive response to the harassment acts as a potent reminder of his well-earned reputation as ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’.

The post, captioned “Mike Tyson Teaches Obnoxious Fan A Lesson,” attracted a whirlwind of reactions from fans worldwide. Some fans expressed their disbelief about the audacity of the passenger to provoke Tyson. Maththiw Mirmak stated, “Messing around with Mike Tyson is the ultimate fuck around and find out,” encapsulating the general sentiment amongst fans.

Tara Whaley commented, “This is a classic case of!!! What not to do if you ever meet Mike Tyson”. Similarly, Sue Mcmenamin chimed in with, “When you poke Tyson, you GET YOUR BUTT WHOOPED🤣”.

As the comments section filled with views and opinions, it became apparent that many agreed with the boxer’s actions. Waney D. Jackson remarked, “One thing I will say about Mike Tyson, he is a gentle giant if you give him respect but if you don’t well, you see where I’m going with this 😔”.

Another comment that stood out was from Adam John, who questioned, “WHY would you piss off Mike Tyson, be it on a plane or at all? The ‘finding out’ part isn’t going to be fun.”

This incident serves as a reminder of Mike Tyson’s persona and the respect he commands. Regardless of the rights and wrongs of the situation, one thing is for certain: messing with Tyson is not for the faint-hearted. The incident provides a broader commentary on the importance of respect.

Also read: Before Losing $400 Million Fortune & Serving Time in Prison, Mike Tyson Predicted His Downfall

As we sign off on this intense ride, we’d like to leave you with a question. How do you perceive this incident? Was Tyson justified in his actions or did he cross the line? Feel free to share your views and join the discussion.

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