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Mike Tyson - American boxer and media personality (born 1966)

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Michael Gerard 'Mike' Tyson, born on June 30, 1966, is a legendary American former professional boxer known for his formidable presence in the ring and his tumultuous personal life. Tyson's career is marked by numerous milestones, including becoming the youngest heavyweight champion in history and his involvement in some of the most iconic and controversial fights in boxing history.
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Birth
June 30, 1966
Mike Tyson was born in Brooklyn, New York. His early life was marked by hardship, with his father abandoning him and his mother passing away when he was young. He was later taken under the wing of Cus D'Amato, a boxing manager and trainer, who became his legal guardian.
Junior Olympic Games
1982
At the age of 16, Tyson won a silver medal in the Junior Olympic Games, where he won every fight by knockout. This period also saw him set a world record by knocking out an opponent in just eight seconds.
Professional Boxing Debut
March 6, 1985
Tyson began his professional boxing career with a first-round TKO victory over Hector Mercedes in Albany, New York. This marked the beginning of a streak that would see him win 27 of his first 28 fights, mostly by knockout or TKO.
Youngest Heavyweight Champion
November 22, 1986
At just 20 years old, Tyson became the youngest heavyweight champion in history by knocking out Trevor Berbick in two rounds to capture the WBC heavyweight championship.
Undisputed Heavyweight Champion
August 1, 1987
Tyson unified the heavyweight titles by defeating Tony Tucker, becoming the first boxer to hold all three major championship belts (WBA, IBF, and WBC) during the three-belt era.
Loss to Buster Douglas
February 11, 1990
Tyson's reign as undisputed champion ended with a shocking knockout loss to James 'Buster' Douglas in Tokyo. This fight is often cited as one of the greatest upsets in boxing history.
Conviction and Imprisonment
February 1992
Tyson was convicted of rape and served less than three years in prison. His imprisonment marked a significant interruption in his boxing career.
Infamous Fight Against Evander Holyfield
June 28, 1997
In a highly controversial bout, Tyson bit off a piece of Evander Holyfield's ear during their rematch, leading to his boxing license being temporarily revoked. This incident remains one of the most infamous moments in sports history.
Loss to Lennox Lewis
2002
Tyson challenged Lennox Lewis for the undisputed heavyweight championship but lost by knockout in the eighth round. This fight marked another significant setback in his career.
First Retirement
2005
Tyson officially retired from professional boxing with a record of 50 wins, 6 losses, and 2 no contests, including 44 wins by knockout. He has since participated in exhibition fights, including a bout against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020.
Post-Boxing Life
Present Day
Now 57 years old, Mike Tyson continues to be a public figure, involved in various ventures such as acting, podcasting, and occasional exhibition fights. His legacy as one of the most formidable boxers in history remains intact.

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