Mike Tyson, both a formidable boxer and a fearless individual, did not pull any punches while expressing his thoughts openly. Throughout his interviews, he often found himself in trouble for his outspoken and candid nature. With an astounding record of 50 wins, including an impressive 44 knockouts, Tyson proved to be a knockout machine. Throughout his career he had a lot of controversial moments the conviction for rape allegations earlier in his life. Beyond boxing, Tyson also displayed a keen interest in basketball. On one occasion, Mike Tyson offered his opinion on Dennis Rodman and the latter’s visit to North Korea.
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Even during while speaking about Dennis Rodman, Mike Tyson remained unafraid to voice his opinions. Despite Rodman’s visit to North Korea and meeting with Kim Jong Un, Tyson did not hold back. Rodman’s actions, including his remarks regarding Kenneth Bae, were met with Tyson’s candid perspective.
Tyson’s unfiltered remarks regarding Dennis Rodman caused quite a stir at the time. The controversy surrounding Rodman’s visit to North Korea arose due to the complex relationship between the United States and the country. Tyson’s statement only added fuel to the already buzzing discussion surrounding Rodman’s actions.
Mike Tyson was pulling no punches on Dennis Rodman
In 2013, Dennis Rodman ventured to North Korea accompanied by the team from Vice. He also met with North Korea’s supreme leader, Kim Jong Un during his visit. It is worth noting that Kim Jong Un holds a strong fondness for NBA and basketball. This visit by Rodman was also associated with the movie “The Interview,” in which James Franco portrays an interviewer engaging in a basketball match with Kim Jong Un, played by Randall Park.
Tyson said, “It’s treason. It’s treason, 100 percent. Look, I’m not politically incarnate or anything, but when you examine what treason is, it’s treason”
However, Mike Tyson expressed his dissatisfaction with Rodman’s visit and his remarks concerning Kennet Bae. Tyson voiced concerns that upon his return to the United States, Rodman might face arrest by the authorities. Tyson’s own experience with imprisonment during his conviction for rape likely influenced his perspective on the matter.
What did Rodman say to rub off Tyson?
During a conversation with CNN’s Chris Cuomo, Dennis Rodman held nothing back. The focus of their discussion was on Kenneth Bae, who had been facing severe charges of acts against the state, with allegations of planning to overthrow North Korea. However, Bae was eventually released, bringing an end to the ordeal.
Rodman said, “Do you understand what he did in this country? No, no, no, you tell me, you tell me. Why is he held captive here in this country, why?”
Rodman’s demeanor grew increasingly agitated when the topic of Bae arose. Mike Tyson strongly disapproved of Rodman’s response and his decision to visit North Korea. As a consequence of his own actions, Tyson had experienced incarceration, and he expressed a desire to see Rodman face a similar outcome. The statements made by Rodman were neither amusing nor acceptable to Tyson, leaving him astonished by Rodman’s words.
