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“Holys**t, My Goosebumps Are Popping Up”- Joe Rogan Once Shared a Spine Chilling Mike Tyson Moment

Published 03/24/2022, 1:30 PM EDT

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The power of Mike Tyson inside the ring is something that the world continues to talk about, despite the retirement of the legendary boxer. Tyson is widely regarded as one of the greatest boxers who ever graced the squared circle. His unforgettable legacy has provided fans with iconic KOs that catapulted boxing to new heights.

In the Joe Rogan Experience (#1480) with actor and comedian, Kevin Hart, the duo discussed the memorable era of Iron Mike.

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Joe Rogan is still in awe of Mike Tyson and his legendary boxing prowess

The 55-year-old Mike Tyson has visited Rogan’s podcast in the past and stated that he is scared of himself. He also highlighted that he doesn’t like to work out because it might trigger his other personality. However, the legendary boxer still made his return to the world of boxing by stepping foot against Roy Jones Jr in an exhibition match-up in 2020.

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Rogan highlighted a key moment from Tyson’s documentary and stated that in his prime, he was truly a special athlete. He said, “Last time, I felt that it was the Tyson documentary, dude this is the time, when he is talking about walking into the ring as he steps into the ring, like his nervousness and all is going through. And then his confidence builds. And he steps through the ropes.’ I am a god’ when he says that holys**t. My goosebumps are popping up.”

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Kevin Hart was amused by Rogan’s reaction, as he went on to talk about Tyson a bit more. He compared the legendary boxer with a powerful animal and stated that he still makes him nervous. Tyson’s boxing days may have long gone, but he still retains his invincible aura, which can sometimes intimidate people.

Iron Mike left the sport of boxing in 2005, and his career’s final KO win came in 2003 in just 49 seconds of the very first round.

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He announced his retirement in 2005 and hasn’t looked back to the pro-circuit ever since. His last outing in the form of an exhibition match in 2020, served as his final bout and it seems like Legend of Mike Tyson has seen its final chapter unfold.

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Ayank Chourasia is an eSports author at EssentiallySports. He has been writing since 2016 across various fields, having done his BBA from T.I.
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