Mike Tyson fans in agreement after boxing icon takes on new role weeks after Jake Paul defeat
Boxing fans are in unison after handing out praise to Mike Tyson for his latest role since his defeat to Jake Paul.
The American boxing supremo was beaten by the YouTuber on November 15, 2024 in what turned out to be a somewhat embarrassing affair.
But Tyson has bounced back and has used his platform to shine a light on those who have suffered medical problems from the sport.
A video was posted to his YouTube channel, which boasts 3.82 million subscribers, titled ‘How to Support the Ring of Brotherhood’.
The Ring of Brotherhood Foundation is a charity set up that helps those who have suffered debilitating problems in life after their careers in boxing.
The video showed ROBF co-founder Lisa McClellan speaking about the charity and revealing what they have done to date, including helping former boxer Wilfred Benitez move into a new home that is wheelchair friendly.
The 66-year-old, who became the youngest world champion ever at the age of 17, suffers from a degenerative brain condition that was caused by taking blows in the ring.
McClellan has been personally affected by such problems and her brother, Gerald, is a former middleweight champion who suffered horror injuries in the ring.
After a bruising bout against Nigel Benn, McClellan collapsed in his corner and needed emergency surgery to remove a blood clot on his brain.
After 11 days in a coma, he had suffered extensive brain damage that saw him lose his eyesight, the ability to walk and has trouble comprehending words when spoken to.
Tyson has used his huge platform to shine a light on the charity ran by Lisa McClellan, who is now her brother’s carer.
And boxing fans have praised Iron Mike, with one fan saying: “Using his platform for good. Tyson is STILL a champ!”
Another wrote: “As a society, we tend to forget that the fighters that graced us within the Ring, can sometimes carry on the battle physically and emotionally for the rest of their days.
“Thank goodness that this support is there to help them through.”
A third said: “We love you champ!”
And this fan wrote: “Didn’t know about this foundation, but it is so needed. It’s wonderful it exist!”
While this supporter posted: “Love it Mike, your heart is as strong as your fight! Truly a gem.”
