David Tua left a comedian shaking in his boots with an angry threat.
At the peak of his powers, ‘Tuamanator’ was an absolute monster, blessed with thunderous power, a chin of steel and unrivalled finishing instincts.
In his esteemed career, Tua compiled a phenomenal resume, featuring Michael Moorer and Shane Cameron, convincing many that he’s the greatest heavyweight to have never won a world title.
With such a ferocious style, the Samoan-New Zealander could send shivers down the spine of even the hardest of competitors, never mind people who tell jokes for a living.
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David Tua terrified Guy Williams after the comic asked about his mom
In a moment of terror, Guy Williams quickly discovered why you don’t mess with David Tua.
On an episode of Jono and Ben, the comic decided to attend one of the legend’s press conferences, and the situation quickly spiralled out of control.
In an attempt to goad the power puncher into commenting on a potential showdown with a rugby legend, the funny man, bravely asked: “David, have you heard about what Sonny Bill Williams is saying about your mom?”
Clearly taken aback by the question, Tua took several moments to gather his thoughts before issuing his response.
With a look of thunder in his eyes, he pointed at the comedian and warned him: “You better be careful what you say now.”
Realizing he was in serious trouble, Williams attempted to climb out of the hole, exclaiming: “Sorry, he was saying nothing but nice things, nothing but compliments.”
This reaction prompted the boxer to chuckle: “I love this guy.”
With the crisis averted, Williams confessed: “That was the scariest s— of my life.”
David Tua stopped a future heavyweight world champion in 19 seconds
With serious venom in his punches, Tua was capable of finishing anyone he landed on.
Back in 1996, the fan favorite went head-to-head with a man who’d one day conquer the world.
In a moment of magic, the Kiwi produced something truly special.
After landing a sublime left hook, the icon pounced, with Tua stopping a legend in just 19 seconds.