/nginx/o/2020/11/18/13482691t1hab6e.jpg?fit=%2C&ssl=1 "“I wanted to kill him.” Mike Tyson looks back at the infamous ear-biting incident – Martial Arts – Apollo.lv – Sports")
In 1997, Tyson met Holifield in the ring for the second time. In the first duel of the two heavyweights, Hollywood was superior, but Tyson and his team thought that the opponent had fought dirty with punches, which, of course, are not allowed in boxing.
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The second duel of both legends ended in a scandal, as Tyson bitten part of the opponent’s ear, later claiming that Hollywood had also used illegal methods in this fight.
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This moment was one of the most important moments in Iron Mike’s career, as he was no longer able to reach the heights he once was. Asked if he would be ready to attack Hollywood again in this way, Tyson replied evasively.
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“I hope not. I would say no, it should never be repeated. But maybe I could do it again. Anyway, if he did the same thing he earned that bite, then, yes, probably , I repeat, “Tyson said.
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In the second fight, Iron Mike beat his opponent twice and only after the second such incident the fight was stopped. Gray asked the boxer if the decision to bite his opponent a second time was made after he was hit in the head, but Tyson replied that it was a deliberate act.
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“No, I bit him because I wanted to kill him. I was very angry that he hit him in the head. I lost understanding of the fight and the plan I had prepared for it,” the boxer replied.
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In conclusion, though, the boxer stated that he did not regret what had happened: “I will not allow anyone to take away my fame, whether good or bad. So I will do whatever it takes. I did it and I have to take responsibility.”
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Tyson will return to the ring very soon to fight Roy Jones, but Iron Mike has not ruled out the possibility of a third fight against the already mentioned Hollywood.
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