Boxing legend Mike Tyson experienced nausea and dizziness on a flight from Miami to Los Angeles due to an ulcer flare-up, but his representatives say he is "doing great" after the incident.
Boxing icon Mike Tyson faced a health scare on a recent flight from Miami to Los Angeles, according to his representatives. The 57-year-old former heavyweight champion experienced nausea and dizziness approximately 30 minutes before landing.
Concerned passengers witnessed the incident and alerted the flight crew, who promptly requested medical assistance via an intercom announcement. Paramedics were then dispatched to assist Tyson upon landing.
Tyson's representatives confirmed the incident to the New York Post, stating that it was caused by an ulcer flare-up. They expressed gratitude to the medical staff for their prompt response and support.
Reports indicate that the medical scare delayed disembarkation for approximately 25 minutes. Tyson was reportedly seated in first class, and a source disclosed that he had been asked to remain on the plane until paramedics could attend to him.
Despite the medical incident, Tyson's team maintains that he is "doing great" and that the incident will not impact his upcoming fight against YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul. The highly anticipated bout is scheduled to take place on July 20th at AT&T Stadium in Texas.
The fight has been sanctioned as a competitive boxing match, meaning the rounds will be shorter and the gloves will be heavier than in an exhibition match. This decision has raised questions about whether Tyson, who will turn 58 in June, is physically capable of returning to the ring.
Tyson has been candid about the toll that training has taken on his body, admitting that he feels "like s--- right now" due to soreness. However, his signature confidence remains unwavering.
"He's going to knock me out? Anderson Silva. He couldn't even knock out the little guys, how's he going to knock me out?" Tyson remarked, referring to Paul's previous fight with Nate Diaz. "He never knocked out a real man, come on. He didn't knock out Tommy Fury. I'm going to f--- Jake up."
In contrast, Paul, who is 27 years old, has exuded confidence throughout the pre-fight buildup. "I'm going to show the world that I can outbox Mike Tyson, prove everyone wrong, and show that I will be the one doing the killing," Paul declared.
Tyson's last fight was an exhibition against Roy Jones Jr. in November 2020, which ended in a draw. His last sanctioned fight was in June 2005.
The boxing world eagerly awaits the outcome of this highly publicized bout between two polarizing figures. Tyson's medical scare has cast some doubt on his ability to perform, but his unwavering confidence and determination may prove to be his greatest asset in the ring.
