“I want Iron Mike to die.” Is Tyson having mental problems before the fight with Paul?
Sergey Sorokin August 27, 2024, 09:30 Moscow time Audio version: Your browser does not support the audio element.
The legendary boxer once again becomes a dangerous predator.
On November 15, a boxing match will take place that many are looking forward to with great fear. The legendary 58-year-old Mike Tyson decided to test his strength against 27-year-old Jake Paul. Many express completely justified fears that Iron Mike risks losing his remaining health in the ring. It’s just that the veteran’s problems began, it seems, even before the fight itself. Suddenly, Tyson decided to talk about the fact that he was again facing mental problems. And this can only favor Mike in a battle with a young opponent.
The battle threatens the veteran with the loss of his last health:
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Iron Mike suddenly decided to open up. He came to the interview and spoke honestly about how his alter ego began to return to him. And it must be understood that it was precisely this that came to light in the darkest moments of the boxer’s life. For example, when he was faced with alcohol addiction, he did not do the most necessary things and hated himself. And now, given the age of Americans, mental problems are beginning to manifest themselves more and more. And they can ruin Tyson’s life.
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former world heavyweight boxing champion
“I’m always careful when he shows up. Every time I drink or get ready for a fight, Iron Mike shows up and puts me in handcuffs. Unfortunately, I have to fight. I wish I could stop being that person. He’s stalking me. I want him to die, but Iron Mike keeps coming back.”
Mike’s psychological difficulties began in childhood. He grew up as a notorious child and constantly faced bullying. All this only hardened and embittered the guy, turning him into one of the most dangerous boxers on the planet. True, he still had to go through a huge amount of hardships. And to this day the consequences have not gone away. In one of the podcasts, the boxer said that he takes pills every day to help him be psychologically stable. Mike clarified that without medication he becomes too irritable and also behaves aggressively towards others.
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Angry outbursts became a big problem for the legendary boxer. The boxer visited a psychotherapist to overcome depression and find the roots of his angry outbursts. True, the specialist was never able to help Iron Mike cope with the situation. The pills that Tyson takes somewhat ease the situation. But this is only a temporary way out of the situation. In addition, the ex-champion had to completely give up alcohol. But, judging by the last words, it was not possible to fully cope with it.
Depression was also a big problem for Iron Mike. After the death of his daughter, Tyson fell into a depression. At one point, he admitted that he wanted to use weapons against people to vent his anger. But constant work on himself and stays in psychiatric hospitals helped the legendary boxer cope with difficulties. As a result, Mike became very friendly and sociable in public. This was noticeable to the naked eye. But, apparently, little by little the dark essence begins to awaken.
Actor Russell Crowe expressed doubt that Tyson should even have this fight: “I was terrified of him as a boxer. Tyson was intimidating. Even when I met him backstage after the fight, I said, ‘I’m still scared of you.’ I worry that Tyson will have to be that warrior again. I’m just not sure he needs to. But it’s a legitimate fight and they’re both doing well. I hope nobody gets hurt.”
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Iron Mike’s problems are slowly returning, which seems quite scary. But it is definitely not worth saying in advance that this will have a negative impact. On the contrary, mental problems can only help Tyson to better prepare for the fight with Paul. And to go into the ring as angry as possible. Then professional boxing fans will be able to see the same Mike they loved and considered the most dangerous predator on the planet.
