Mike Tyson was nearly driven to tears when heavyweight champion Tyson Fury’s father, John Fury, shared the meaning behind his son’s name. Iron Mike will take on Jake Paul next month, while Tyson Fury, named after the boxing legend, is getting ready for a rematch with Oleksandr Usyk in December. Tyson became extremely distraught upon learning that one of the best boxers in history had been named in his honor.
The former heavyweight champion was joined by Fury Sr. in a 2023 video from ‘Boxing Arabia’ that is currently trending on social media. Tyson was taken aback by the emotional tale of his respect. John recalled the many early mornings he spent watching Tyson’s fights in the 1980s as he sat next to Mike and expressed his longstanding respect.
John revealed with great seriousness why he had given his baby the name “Tyson.” “Not only will he live, but he will also be seven feet tall, 20 stone, and the next heavyweight champion of the world,” I remarked. Mike was so moved by this heartwarming story that he paused the interview and said, “Time, time, stop, stop.”
There have been issues with the relationship between the two men, especially after Tyson supported Francis Ngannou in October 2023 during Ngannou’s crossover bout with Tyson Fury. At a press conference, John Fury made a lighthearted dare to a brawl with Tyson, stating that his kid was named after the legendary fighter.
Fury Sr. said, “I named my son Tyson,” which reflected his audacious nature. However, I deserve extra recognition because I am the one who bred him. He then gave Tyson a playful challenge, saying, “I’m ready for any man who wants to fight John Fury.” What are your thoughts on that, Mike Tyson?
In a lighthearted reply, Tyson joked that Fury Sr. was “mad.” John persisted in nudging him, though, claiming that Tyson was battling Jake Paul to keep from confronting him. He even challenged Tyson to a fight in recent months, intensifying their hatred.
Many people have expressed concern that John could defeat Tyson, despite his own history as a professional and bare-knuckle boxer. He still has unwavering faith in his abilities, though.
In a recent interview with ‘Seconds Out’, John Fury claimed, “Even Turki [Alalshikh] admitted he was shocked Tyson didn’t want to fight me,” expressing his confusion at Tyson’s hesitation to face him. He made a suggestion that the previous champion would be intimidated by his reputation as the “father of the Gypsy King.”
Unfazed by skepticism, John reaffirmed his willingness to fight. “I’ll fight anybody,” he said. “Let’s pay me what I’m worth,” he said, demonstrating his willingness to take chances in a match with significant stakes.
Fury Sr., who is aware of the risks in the ring, declared that he would put his life in the line of duty for the “right fight,” adding that Mike Tyson is still his greatest opponent. Even if his challenge is humorous, John seems sincere about the prospect of competing against the legendary boxer.
