Boxing

MIKE TYSON is on the comeback trail – and things are looking good.
With a successful podcast, marijuana ranch and even Hollywood film cameos, Iron Mike, 54, appears to be living the good life again.

Things appear to be going pretty well for Iron MikeCredit: Instagram
But gone are the days of the sort of outlandish lavish spending that saw him blow his estimated £320million fortune and file for bankruptcy back in 2003, however.
In fact, the Baddest Man on the Planet has even managed to become a millionaire again – having recovered from eye-watering debt of around £18m at one point.
But how did he manage to blow that fortune in the first place? And how has he managed to rebuild his wealth? SunSport takes a look.
MANSIONS, CARS & PARTIES

Tyson bought a 52-acre property in ConnecticutCredit: Douglas Elliman Real Estate

He also shelled out on a luxury Vegas abodeCredit: Luxury Homes of Las Vegas

Tyson enjoyed throwing lavish partiesCredit: AP:Associated Press

Tyson would party with plenty of glamorous friendsCredit: Getty Images – Getty
At his 90s peak, Mike Tyson was one of the most famous men on the planet, having conquered the heavyweight division.

And he certainly enjoyed the spoils of his success, throwing lavish parties and revelling in the taste of glory.
These bashes included his 30th birthday party, attended by a star-studded 700-strong guest list including future president Donald Trump – with the night setting him back an eye-watering £320,000.
He also built quite the car collection, including the rare Lamborghini LM002 – worth over £100,000 factoring in inflation.
Tyson bought a Cadillac Escalade and Hummer H2 – adding another £140,000 worth of motors to his collection.

It wasn’t just big SUVs that joined his fleet, however, as he also purchased a £400,000 Bentley Continental SC.
Overall, The Richest claim that Tyson spent more than £3.5m on his luxury car collection.
In addition to his wheels, Iron Mike collated an even more impressive collection of luxury mansions.

And he bought plenty of stunning cars like this one
These included a giant estate in Connecticut that he bought for £2.3m… and 18 months later unsuccessfully tried to flog for £17.5m.
The property included 24 bathrooms, a four storey elevator, swimming pool, cinema room, disco and NBA standard outdoor basketball court.
He also bought a £1.9m mansion in Nevada, and a similarly heftily-priced pad in Los Angeles.
EXPENSIVE TREATS

Tyson would drive to training in styleCredit: Michael Brennan
Tyson treated ex-wife Robin Givens to an infamous £1.75m solid gold bathtub, enabling her to relax in style – but burning what would be a rather deep hole in the pocket of most sportsmen.
Even more infamous than that, were his two pet tigers, which set him back £55,000 each – and a whole lot more in keeping them looked after – with just their food costing £150,000-a-year.
Tyson also loved his jewellery, and was the proud owner of a stunning £635,000 Piaget watch.
Following his 2003 bankruptcy Tyson, by this point sporting his iconic face tattoo, fought twice more professionally – losing bouts to Danny Williams and Kevin McBride respectively.
BOUNCING BACK

Tyson is back in training ahead of a stunning comebackCredit: Instagram

Tyson made an appearance in the hit 2009 comedy The HangoverCredit: Kobal Collection – Rex Features
He pleaded guilty to charges of cocaine possession and driving under influence in two years later, serving 24 hours in jail and being made to take part in community service upon his release.
But since then, things have looked up for Iron Mike.
He properly launched his career on screen by playing an altered version of himself in the hit American comedy The Hangover.
And he has since appeared in other titles including Ip man 3 – and even a 2015 Madonna track.
Tyson has also launched his successful podcast, Hotboxin, as well as collaborating with Spike Lee on a touring one-man show.

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Alongside business partner Alki David, he has started a cannabis empire that earns £500,000-a-month – with plans for a 418-acre weed resort reportedly in the works.
Tyson has now cleared his debts, and has a net worth of around £2.4m.
Having learnt from previous mistakes, and with his boxing comeback in the works – you certainly wouldn’t bet against that figure rising once more.

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LEGENDARY boxing coach Naazim Richardson has passed away.
The “larger-than-life” personality trained the likes of Bernard Hopkins and Shane Mosley during a distinguished career in the sport.

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Legendary trainer Naazim Richardson has sadly passed awayCredit: Getty Images – Getty

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Shane Mosley worked with legendary coach Richardson Credit: AFP – Getty
And the boxing community has come together to mourn his tragic passing.
Evander Holyfield tweeted: “Today we lost a legend in the #Boxing community. RIP Nazim Richardson.”
Heavyweight pro Eddie Chambers wrote: “NOOOOOO!!! R.I.P. NAAZIM RICHARDSON!!!”
And he then added: “Thank You For Being a Mentor in my life Naazim Richardson!! Rest in Power!!”

Fans also joined in the tributes, with one writing: “Sorry to hear that. Fantastic trainer, RIP Naz”.
Another added: “Naazim Richardson? That’s a bigger loss for the boxing community than it probably realizes. Damn.”
A third wrote: “Naazim Richardson was one of the great teachers. Sharp, sharp boxing mind. He will be missed.”
And another poignantly added: “Naazim Richardson was a #boxing trainer, a teacher, a gentleman and a man’s man. It was an honor knowing him. Rest In Peace and power, Brother Naazim.”

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Richardson was raised in Philadelphia before leaving home at just 14-years-old.
The New York Times wrote of the great man’s relationship with his craft: “Boxing took Richardson from the streets that almost swallowed him in north Philadelphia, gave him energy and purpose.”
Hopkins, who worked with Richardson, told the Philadelphia Inquirer of his coach and mentor back in 2014: “We feed off each other’s adversity.
“Everyone has a story that could have ended their lives or stopped their careers. But somehow we found a way to not fall victim to those challenges.
“It’s good to know that he’s a fighter, not a quitter.”

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Former cruiserweight champ Steve Cunningham is also among those to have worked with Richardson.
The Philadelphia-native had to temporarily take a step back from the sport in 2007 after suffering a stroke.
But he returned better than ever, working alongside Mosley for the three biggest fights of “Sugar”‘s career between 2009 and 2011 – against Antonio Margarito, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao.

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