Would Mike Tyson in his prime beat the current UFC heavyweight champion?

by MasterBlaster on February 24, 2010

Can his explosive hits, and streetfighter background counter the mixed martial arts moves that UFC showcases?

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{ 3 comments… read them below or add one }

Zachary A February 24, 2010 at 17:59

Once Iron Mike is brought to the ground…he is TOAST. Yes, he may last a few minutes- because of his ability to take hits, and deliver some good blows- but a UFC streetfighter would pummel him into submission…..once Tyson goes down. I think it would be a great match!

Woody February 24, 2010 at 18:37

Tyson’s chances of winning would be if he could keep the fight standing up and then landing what would be a hopeful shot, before his opponent lands his own punch or devastating kick or knee. Now, if Tyson gets taken to the ground, then I think it would be short and easy work for the UFC champ.

night vision February 24, 2010 at 19:00

He would not. Brock Lesnar is very strong and very fast for a guy his size. Lesnar could take Tyson down at will. Tyson would have to train with the best wrestlers in the country very hard to keep the fight standing or learn jiu-jitsu but that would take years not months for Tyson.

Many boxers think the best way to stop a wrestler from taking you down is to try to punch the wrestler in the face while they are going for a takedown. Its actually not the best idea. Actually when you throw a punch its easier to get taken down then if you dont throw a punch. Best idea is to sprawl. Train hard in sprawling that is the best way to stop takedown or learn submissions cause you cannot box a wrestler if you cannot prevent being takendown.

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