“He Would Be Scared to Kill Him in First Round”: Fans Lose It After Bob Sapp’s Past Call-Out to Mike Tyson Resurfaces on the Internet
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BURBANK, CA – JANUARY 18: Mike Tyson arrives at the iHeartRadio Podcast Awards Presented By Capital One at iHeartRadio Theater on January 18, 2019 in Burbank, California. (Photo by Gregg DeGuire/WireImage)
Long-time MMA fighter Bob Sapp, popularly known as ‘The Beast’, recently found himself back in the limelight. Not for a triumphant return to the ring, but for his past challenge to Mike Tyson that has resurfaced. Sapp, whose record shows a noticeable decline in recent years, made some bold claims about his role in the landscape of Tyson’s career.
In his fiery callout, Sapp insisted he was the initial choice for Tyson’s highly publicized comeback fight in 2020. He claimed his exclusion from this lucrative deal was driven by Tyson’s fear of facing him in the ring. This led to the eventual choice of Roy Jones Jr. as Tyson’s opponent.
Further igniting the controversy, Sapp made some provocative statements. He declared that Tyson fans should also be his fans, as he was the one who coaxed Tyson out of retirement. In a self-assured manner, he insisted that Tyson’s legacy owes much to him.
Sapp’s accusations have not only put him back in the spotlight but also opened a door for speculation. This re-introduction of Sapp’s callout to Tyson adds a fresh twist to the ever-evolving world of combat sports, stirring the pot and grabbing the attention of fans and pundits alike.
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The combat sports community had a field day when the resurfaced callout video came to light. Fans took to various platforms to express their thoughts on Sapp’s audacious claims and the potential matchup that never happened. Here are some of the most interesting reactions that emerged.
Maximilian Hartl was concerned about Tyson than Sapp. He joked, “Tyson don’t even know Sapp. When He does, He would be scared, too kill him in First round!” Näte Silos posted a rather humorous response, mimicking Tyson: “Thign the contract big boy, thign the contract”.
Wayne Rollins, on the other hand, was skeptical about Sapp’s capabilities in the ring against Tyson. He pointed out Sapp’s physical characteristics, stating, “Bob Sapp is big and super slow and would get knocked out very easy!”
Another fan, Todd Mason, took a jab at Sapp’s previous performances, branding him as “The Cry Baby.” He expressed confidence in Tyson’s ability, saying, “Bob, ‘The Cry Baby’ Sapp would never touch Tyson. He’d run around the ring until Mike catches him then it’s lights out and tears.”
Stinker Patterson added a critical comment towards Tyson’s early career, claiming that Tyson avoided heavy hitters. He concluded, “Tyson ran from all the heavy hitters early in his career… Tyson very overrated.”
These reactions from fans offer a colorful array of perspectives on Sapp’s resurfaced claims and the intriguing ‘what if’ scenario of a Tyson-Sapp matchup. Now, with this whirlwind of conversations, the once dormant discussion has been reignited. Was there merit in Sapp’s bold statements? Could he have actually held his own against Tyson in the boxing ring, or was it all bluster?
Ultimately, the speculated Tyson-Sapp bout remains an intriguing ‘what if’ in the annals of combat sports. It presents a fascinating case of how sometimes, the fights that don’t happen, are as captivating as those that do.
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So, what’s your take on this? Do you think Sapp could have given Tyson a run for his money, or was he just barking up the wrong tree? Share your thoughts in the comments below. As always, stay tuned for more updates from the world of boxing and MMA.
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