Boxing History: June 30, 1966 “Iron Mike” Tyson was born.
Michael Gerard “Mike” Tyson (born June 30, 1966) is a retired American professional boxer. Tyson is a former undisputed heavyweight champion of the world and holds the record as the youngest boxer to win the WBC, WBA and IBF heavyweight titles at 20 years, 4 months, and 22 days old. Tyson won his first 19 professional bouts by knockout, 12 of them in the first round.
A 1998 ranking of “The Greatest Heavyweights of All-Time” by Ring magazine placed Tyson at No.14 on the list. Despite criticism of facing underwhelming competition during his unbeaten run as champion, Tyson’s knockout power and intimidation factor made him the sport’s most dynamic box office attraction. Many believe Tyson was the last great heavyweight champion.
In Ring Magazine’s list of the 80 Best Fighters of the Last 80 Years, released in 2002, Tyson was ranked at No. 72.He is ranked No. 16 on Ring Magazine’s 2003 list of 100 greatest punchers of all time.
On June 12, 2011, Tyson was inducted to the International Boxing Hall of Fame alongside legendary Mexican champion Julio César Chávez, light welterweight champion Kostya Tszyu, and actor/screenwriter Sylvester Stallone.
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Mike Tyson Knockouts – Collection
