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‘I Am Prepared to Meet God’: Mike Tyson, Who Was Spotted in Wheelchair, Said He Does Not Mind Dying in Resurfaced Video

Published 08/18/2022, 3:00 PM EDT

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Mike Tyson has lived a life that no other athlete has. He grew up in a bad neighborhood, which led him to criminal activities at a very young age. After that, he found boxing, and it changed his entire life around. Even his heyday was full of twists and turns. However, now the champ is 56, and he feels that he is ready to meet God. 

Mike Tyson was asked in an interview, “You don’t have any big fears right now?”

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The veteran athlete replied, “I don’t want my kids to get sick. I want them to have a life that I had, seeing the world like I had seen. I’m prepared to meet God, yeah.”

Iron Mike wants his children to have a good life, and he feels that he is ready to meet God. He is just 56 years old, and his fans certainly want him to inspire more people and lead an even longer life. 

Mike Tyson comments on his expiration date 

The youngest heavyweight champion in the history of boxing has now reached his immaculate maturity. After leading a life full of ups and downs, Tyson now seems calmer and more peaceful in life. He hosts his podcast show Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson, where he shares the life lessons he learned with the audience. 

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While talking to his therapist Sean McFarland on his podcast, Tyson said, “We’re all gonna die one day of course. Then, when I look in the mirror, I see those little spots on my face. I say, wow. That means my expiration date is coming close, really soon.”

This specific episode of the podcast was very special for the retired boxer and his audience. Tyson’s therapist appeared on the show as a guest, and the two talked about several deep subjects.

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Moreover, he was recently spotted in a wheelchair, covering his mouth with a towel and using a stick for support.  

Apparently, the boxer has reached a level that very people reach mentally. He often talks about his death and is ready to meet God. However, his fans still feel that he has a lot more to do with his life.  

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Shashank Wankhede

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Shashank Wankhede is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports. When it comes to boxing, the blockbuster film 'Rocky' sparked his interest in the sport. He holds Muhammad Ali in great regard and is a sincere admirer of his narrative, struggle, and accomplishments.
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Ajinkya Aswale