Why was Mike Tyson so popular?

[Mark TKO]

Can't add any more than Smash said

Young, vicious and invincible (for a time) - someone who dominates and is apparently invincible brings the casual fan on board

Will never forget the shock I got got up early to check telext in 1990 - 'Tyson Knockout Sensation'

Good times in boxing

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hahaha i remember my mum letting me stay awake till 3/4/5am to listen to Tyson v Bruno on the radio

I'd put him up there with Michael Jackson in terms of fame for a good few years.

He was everywhere in the late 80's

Ceefax to be precise - page 301 if my memory serves me right !

I did the same for Tyson Bruno - I actually thought Bruno had decked Tyson with the radio commentary in first round !

get in there Frank !!