Mike Tyson became the youngest heavyweight champion in boxing history on November 22, 1986, at the age of 20 years, 4 months, and 22 days. This record still stands today. On that historic night, Tyson faced Trevor Berbick for the WBC heavyweight title at the Las Vegas Hilton in Winchester, Nevada.
Tyson dominated the fight from the opening bell, showcasing his devastating power and aggressive style. In the second round, Tyson landed a powerful combination that sent Berbick to the canvas twice. The fight ended at the 2:35 mark of the second round when Tyson connected with a right to the body followed by a left hook to the head, causing Berbick to collapse for the final time.
This victory marked the beginning of Tyson’s reign as the undisputed heavyweight champion, which lasted from 1987 to 1990. During this period, Tyson unified all three major heavyweight titles by defeating James “Bonecrusher” Smith for the WBA title and Tony Tucker for the IBF title.
Tyson’s career was marked by both incredible achievements and significant controversies. Known as “The Baddest Man on the Planet,” he won his first 19 professional fights by knockout, with most of these victories coming in the first two rounds.
In recognition of his remarkable career, Tyson was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, New York, in 2011.
Despite retiring from professional boxing in 2005, Tyson has recently returned to the ring for exhibition matches. His enduring legacy and the excitement surrounding his comeback continue to captivate boxing fans worldwide
