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The Patriots opened their season with a not-so-impressive start. The franchise failed to showcase while the Dolphins swam to victory. But it was Robert Kraft who made it into the buzz. The franchise owner shared the booth with boxing legend Mike Tyson. However, the camera panned on them at the wrong time. The NFL Twitter went into a fest of hilarity after cameras spotted both of them holding hands.

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While attending Patriots games, Robert Kraft is reputed to be accompanied by some famous faces. Celebrities such as Jon Bon Jovi and Mark Wahlberg have shared a suite with the Patriots’ owner. This time, it was Mike Tyson, another renowned but unexpected guest joined Kraft on Sunday.

What a moment, Mike Tyson!

The cameras moved toward Robert Kraft and Mike Tyson during the Patriots-Dolphins game. Various still images showcase them holding hands in an awkward position. But a clip shared by Warren Sharp gives more justification to it. Call it divine intervention or impeccable timing. But NFL fans can now see one of the most uncomfortable handshakes encounters ever witnessed on broadcast in a long time.

The clip shows Robert Kraft chose the palm pat, and Tyson responded with the initial fist bump. It certainly took Kraft aback. Then it was simply a jumble of palms mingling in every direction.

NFL Fans have a fest over the awkward handshake

The Mike Tyson-Robert Kraft moment caught everyone’s attention on Twitter. It began an all-out fest of hilarity on the social media platform.

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A user simply said to do whatever Tyson asked to.

A user claimed that if Mike Tyson wishes to clasp hands, they will. Will anyone say no to him?

A user questioned if the move was to instill toughness among the Patriots?

A user shared an Iron Mike GIF to express hot the boxer would’ve felt.

A user simply called two GOATs in one frame.

A user countered every meme by saying that it was just embracing that He witnessed live. Much like a dad grabbing his child’s hand

Another user simply left some emojis to express themselves.

This user also countered Kleiman’s claims of the moment being a handshake.

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A user left a simple line that the Kings stay kings.

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No matter what they talked about, this moment will live rent free in every NFL Fans’ heads.

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