Mike Tyson was a different specimen at his time. The former world champion was unlike any other boxer the world had ever witnessed. His skills were far ahead when compared to those of his peers at that time. Moreover, he went on to become the youngest Heavyweight champion in the world. That’s a feat no other boxer has achieved. Tyson was known for his ferocious and fast-paced knockouts inside the ring. It is safe to say that he was one of the most feared boxers of his time. Tyson’s unmatched acumen made him  ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ and one of the greatest boxers to ever tighten their gloves. But there’s a saying, “A fighter can leave boxing, but boxing doesn’t leave the fighter.” And, in a viral video, the 56-year-old epitomizes that.

In a viral video, Mike Tyson is seen doing impressive mitts work with an accuracy and speed one doesn’t expect from a man his age.

Once a boxer, always a boxer

In a video posted by MMA- Boxing Society on Facebook, Mike Tyson flexes his exceptional boxing skills at 56. The video compiles numerous clips of ‘Iron’ Mike doing mitts work. And the fans have to agree that the skills the former champion still possesses are exceptional.

This video can make fans nostalgic for Tyson’s electrifying inside-the-ring performances while he was competing.

In the video, Tyson is seen working on the mitts, rocking his iconic peek-a-boo style. This is not the first time Tyson has been seen flexing his fitness at his age.

Not long ago, another video of Tyson went viral, wherein the fans were left in awe of the former champ’s fitness level and physique. This video has caused a stir among fans and the boxing world can’t believe the efficiency of the 56-year-old training hard and delivering his best.

Fans are in awe of Tyson

A fan named Phîls Dãvé believes that Mike Tyson is exceptionally strong at the age of 56. He commented, “Still strong even at old age.”

Another fan named Brian Gill did not hesitate to tell his aspirations for Tyson’s potential return to the top. He wrote, “I believe mike can get the heavyweight crown now if he tried.”

Meanwhile, Lloyd Warren isn’t at all surprised to see Mike Tyson training. He commented, “Wtf..doesn’t. Surprize me. Tyson thy man.”

A user named Todalen Marketing & Media wouldn’t like to get hit by the heavyweight. He wrote, “I would absolutely hate to get hit by this guy. Tyson is a beast!”

Lastly, Peter Molsh believes that Tyson Fury is no match for Mike Tyson. And the 56-year-old can easily beat him. He wrote, “Iron Tyson can beat Gypsy Tyson round 1.”

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Mike Tyson shows his fans how age is just a number. What do you think of Mike Tyson’s exceptional fitness level at his age? Let us know in the comments below.

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