Mike Tyson feels his kid lacks the mental strength needed to survive and become one of the finest boxers in the world.
Mike Tyson is one of the greatest and most feared boxers in boxing history. Tyson won 50 of his 58 fights using a lethal combination of aggressiveness, strength, speed, and intellect. His ring performance translated into enormous financial success and fame outside the ring. Despite his boxing success, Tyson does not suggest a future in prizefighting for his children.
Tyson said “Get outta here, you stupid. You go to private school” when Joe from ‘The Joe Rogan Experience’ asked why his son, Amir Tyson, will never be a boxer. He also said why he was in splits after learning of his son’s aspiration to become a boxer. Iron Mike claims that he does not want to put his son under the pressure that comes with becoming a boxer.
“You have to dominate everybody, you have to be the best that’s ever lived. To put that kind of pressure, that’s incredible, would never do that to my kids though,” stated Mike. He also stated that boxing is for those who have nothing since it needs a great deal of devotion and hardship.
Mike Tyson’s son wanted to fight Logan Paul
Mike Tyson’s eldest son, Amir Tyson, had indicated interest in competing against Logan Paul and following in his father’s footsteps. Nonetheless, Mike stated that he does not want his kid to enter the ring and would prefer that he have a legitimate career.
Tyson is good friends with the infamous YouTube twins Jake and Logan Paul and has attended a boxing event with Jake, and has even been linked to a fight involving Logan.
“I have my kid, the older one, he’s 24 [Amir Tyson], he wants to do this so bad. Just chill the f**k out. He wants to fight Logan Paul and those guys.” Mike stated. (h/t via- The Sun)
While Paul is clearly not the finest boxer in the world, having lost all three of his fights, Tyson stated that he did not want his kid to share a ring with the YouTube sensation.
While a battle between Paul and Amir would be exciting, the Maverick is said to have his bouts already scheduled. Amir studied broadcast journalism at university, is a business owner, and even has his own clothing line. He does, however, look to be in good shape. But Mike’s experience in the ring discouraged him and ultimately all such claims vanished.
However, that did not stop Amir from pursuing the sport. He seldom overlooks any drama that occurs in the ring, and, like his father, he actively participates in offering his viewpoint.