Former world heavyweight champion Mike Tyson was one of the greatest athletes to ever step foot inside the boxing ring. Tyson’s iconic performances inside the ring and eccentricity outside the ring have only further elevated his status as one of the Titans of boxing’s very own Tartarus. Meanwhile, Tyson Fury’s father, John Fury, had a few choice words to say about Tyson. Especially with regard to him undergoing stem cell treatments.

Fury was in an interview ‘JOE‘. And, he was talking about his desire to fight Tyson. In conversation, he was initially all praise for the legendary heavyweight. Fury said, “Mike Tyson was tricky. He had plenty of movement. Plenty of head movement. He was in and out quick feet. And, he had bombs in each hand and a great fighter.”

Tyson had previously undergone stem cell treatments in preparation for his return to boxing. Talking about the same, Fury stated, “You know it’s a shame to see him, how he is today. You with all you hear about stem cells, blood transfusions to make him younger. Whatever they call them. You know what I’m saying? But he’s a great fella and I do like him.”

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However, Fury added that he likes Tyson and that he would be honored to step inside the ring with the legend. Moreover, it is worth mentioning that Fury’s statement came at a time when Tyson’s health and well-being were under scrutiny.

Mike Tyson undergoes stem cell treatments

Mike Tyson retired from professional boxing in the year 2005. And he completely moved away from the sport for almost 15 years, even gaining weight in the process.

Tyson was in conversation with NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal. And this was when he opened up about undergoing stem cell treatments. Talking about the same, he said, “I feel like a different person, but I can’t comprehend why I feel this way. It’s really wild what scientists can do.”

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He mentioned that his body was badly out of shape and that the treatment has been helping him return to the sport. However, it is not known which condition he has been treating with stem cell therapy.

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