Mike Tyson was sent crashing toward the canvas by a powerful punch during sparring.
At the peak of his powers, the Brooklyn brawler was a true force of nature, annihilating his opponents with lightning combinations.
Tyson destroyed Larry Holmes to avenge Muhammad Ali, en route to carving out a legacy that will live on forever.
However, on one occasion, it wasn’t him doing the damage, but his training partner.
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Mike Tyson got dropped in sparring by Greg Page
On a night the boxing world will never forget, James ‘Buster’ Douglas knocked out Mike Tyson in possibly the biggest upset the sport has ever seen.
And the shocking knockout defeat was foreshadowed during the legend’s training camp.
Footage captured during a Japanese television programme showcases ‘Iron Mike’ sparring Greg Page.
As the all-time great launched in with a left hook, he got caught by a powerful right hand from his fellow boxer that sent him hurtling towards the floor.
The icon was quick to get back to his feet, but the session was cut short quickly after.
Page had a successful career of his own, eventually retiring with a record of 58-17-1, featuring wins over Tim Witherspoon and James ‘Bonecrusher’ Smith.
George Foreman claims Mike Tyson ‘ran’ away from him during awkward encounter
Despite his loss to Douglas, Tyson is still considered one of the scariest men to have ever walked the face of the Earth.
However, George Foreman was never remotely frightened of him.
The monstrous puncher would’ve loved the opportunity to have set foot in the ring with the phenom.
During a fascinating interview, Foreman claimed Tyson once literally ran away from him.