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Watch: Latin Music Sensation Forces Mike Tyson to Punch Him Just Because It’ll Be Like “Being Killed on a Ferrari”

Published 05/31/2023, 9:15 AM EDT

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Boxing legend Mike Tyson has captivated audiences throughout his career with his brutal knockout power and ferocious fighting style. His knockout punches have left opponents trembling, with his aura of invincibility remaining unmatched to this day. Recently, Latin music sensation J Balvin surprised the world when he expressed a unique desire, to feel the raw force of Tyson’s punches firsthand.

Balvin, a renowned artist known for his vibrant personality and chart-topping hits, expressed a daring desire to willingly face Tyson’s brutal power head-on. Moreover, he even compared the feeling of getting punched by the former heavyweight champion with something rather unusual, even for a celebrity like him.

Why did the Latin pop star want to get punched by Mike Tyson?

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In a recent episode of his podcast, Balvin asked ‘Iron’ Mike if he could feed him with a punch. According to him, this would be a ‘legendary’ moment as he claimed that he would end up in the hospital. This was not all as Balvin then compared a punch from Tyson with being killed in a Ferrari car.

It’ll be legendary. I don’t know if I can. I don’t know how long I’m gonna be in the hospital. But I can take it. It’s like being killed on a Ferrari, Like, it’s like it’s high-level to die,” he said.

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While the Columbian was ready to feel the full force of Tyson’s punch, the boxing legend respectfully declined this request. Tyson claimed that he was a peaceful man and did not want to engage in violence. Moreover, this only goes to show how far the former champion has come in controlling his emotions. From being one of the most feared men on the planet to now finding humbleness and peace, Tyson has certainly come a long way.

Tyson reveals the reason why he now wants peace in his life

In the podcast, Tyson’s refusal was certainly a surprise for Balvin. However, the former champion revealed the real reason why he did not want to punch the singer. According to him, he did not want his children to see this side of him, which was appreciated by Balvin as well. “I have children. I don’t want them to see me like everybody else used to see me,” said Tyson.

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Growing up in a rough neighborhood and having a traumatic childhood, ‘Iron’ Mike had to resort to violence to change his life. However, Tyson’s decision reflects a personal evolution and a desire to protect his children from the violent image that had defined him in the past. It also demonstrates his growth as a father and an individual, choosing to prioritize the well-being of his family.

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What did you think about Balvin wanting to be punched by Tyson? Would you take a punch from Tyson if given an opportunity to? Let us know in the comments below.

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Sahil Sood is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports, who specializes in covering live events and core sports. Sahil holds a Bachelor's degree in Journalism and Mass Communication and has authored over 1300 articles at EssentiallySports. His coverage of Sylvester Stallone's training with Earnie Shavers was widely praised for its depth and insight.
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