Mike Tyson has revealed one of the few regrets he had about his incredible career.
The American legend rose to prominence during the early stages of the 1980’s, winning his first 19 professional contests via knockout.
He captured the world heavyweight championship for the first time when he sensationally defeated Trevor Berbick in 1986, becoming the WBC champion and the youngest heavyweight champion in history, an impressive record which still stands to this day.
‘Iron’ Mike went on to capture the undisputed heavyweight championship in the years that followed his impressive victory over Berbick, picking up victories over WBA champion James Smith and IBF champion Tony Tucker respectively.
Despite going up against so many of the top heavyweights of his era, Tyson once named the one fighter that he believed he missed out on facing during his tenure.
In a feature with The Ring Magazine, Tyson shared details of the regret he felt after he failed to secure a showdown against the late-great George Foreman.
“I would have liked to fight George Foreman. There have been many fans who wondered who was the bigger puncher. I would have liked to put an end to the discussion – one way or the other.”
Tyson and ‘Big’ George reportedly came very close to agreeing to face each other in the early 90’s, although a bout between the pair never came to fruition for one reason or another.
Foreman went on to defeat Michael Moorer in 1994, capturing the WBA and IBF titles to become the oldest world heavyweight champion in history, and sadly passed away in March 2025.
