Mike Tyson's Comeback: WBC President Mauricio Sulaiman Reflects on the Legend's Return

Mike Tyson's comeback to boxing may not have lived up to expectations, but World Boxing Council (WBC) President Mauricio Sulaiman believes Tyson can walk away with pride and good health. In his latest WBC column, Sulaiman reflected on Tyson’s return, which brought back nostalgic memories of his dominance in the ring. However, Sulaiman acknowledged that the actual fight, which spanned eight rounds, was less important than the event itself.

"Seeing Mike Tyson walk around the ring like an uncaged tiger before the start of the fight took us back to his glory days," Sulaiman said. "He brought back memories of those brutal knockouts and dominance of the world as the baddest man on the planet."

Despite Tyson’s inability to compete at the same level as his younger self, especially after a severe medical crisis earlier in the year, Sulaiman emphasized the importance of Tyson's safe return. He noted that a 58-year-old man cannot perform as he did in his youth, and Tyson’s decision to fight despite his health challenges was a testament to his passion. "Mike had a medical crisis in June, but he decided to keep going. He didn’t win, he didn’t shine, and finally, he came out on his feet, safe and sound," said Sulaiman.

Tyson’s return to the ring, while not victorious, was seen as a significant farewell. Sulaiman also highlighted the personal impact on Tyson, who was able to show his children what it means to be a legend in the sport. Despite speculation of future fights, Sulaiman hopes Tyson will now step away from boxing for good. Tyson himself expressed satisfaction in having fought one last time, even in defeat.