Mike Tyson, reflecting on his storied boxing career, recently revealed that his toughest opponent was Pinklon Thomas. Tyson recalled a moment two years ago when he watched a tape of their fight and was struck by the resilience Thomas displayed despite Tyson landing 17 hard punches, ultimately knocking him out. This assessment is notable given Tyson’s legendary bouts against fighters like Evander Holyfield and Lennox Lewis, among others. Tyson, set to return to the ring in November against Jake Paul, continues to captivate boxing enthusiasts with his insights and upcoming matches.
Mike Tyson, despite facing formidable opponents like Evander Holyfield and Lennox Lewis during his career, recently surprised many by naming Pinklon Thomas as his toughest opponent. Tyson reflected on their fight, noting Thomas’s resilience despite Tyson landing 17 hard punches that ultimately led to Thomas being knocked out. This revelation offers a unique perspective on Tyson’s career, highlighting the respect he holds for Thomas’s durability and toughness in the ring.
