Sports1985–2005
Mike Tyson
The most feared heavyweight in boxing history — in his prime, Tyson was a force of nature whose knockouts became cultural events. His rise and fall are among sports' greatest stories.
Origin
Brooklyn, New York
MT
The Athletic Record
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Often Compared To
Muhammad Ali
#2Boxing — Louisville, Kentucky · 1960–1981
The Greatest. Ali transcended boxing to become the most significant athlete in human history — his refusal to serve in Vietnam and his unwavering voice made him a global symbol.
Sugar Ray Robinson
#3Boxing — Ailey, Georgia · 1940–1965
Pound for pound the greatest boxer who ever lived — Robinson's combination of power, speed, and technique set the standard every fighter since has been measured against.