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5ft 10.08in (178cm)
5ft 10.08in (178cm)
derbi said on 22/Nov/06
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here you can watch almost all his fights. He always looks 5'10.5''- 5'11.5''
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here you can watch almost all his fights. He always looks 5'10.5''- 5'11.5''
LuckyLuciano said on 22/Nov/06
I have met both Klitschkos, Vitaly is 6'8" barefoot Wladimir is a tiny shade under 6'7" barefoot. I actually have a rare picture of them with Dirk Nowitzi showing how his height is fudged (NBA-SOP) and another showing how Vitaly's hand in MUCH larger than an advertised 7' NBA center who is actually barely under 6'10". Why do you think John Salley didn't stand to greet them on Fox's BDSSP? Height = hype = money.
I have met both Klitschkos, Vitaly is 6'8" barefoot Wladimir is a tiny shade under 6'7" barefoot. I actually have a rare picture of them with Dirk Nowitzi showing how his height is fudged (NBA-SOP) and another showing how Vitaly's hand in MUCH larger than an advertised 7' NBA center who is actually barely under 6'10". Why do you think John Salley didn't stand to greet them on Fox's BDSSP? Height = hype = money.
Glenn said on 22/Nov/06
Oh.sorry.he appeared 6-7 next to Vladimir actually.
Oh.sorry.he appeared 6-7 next to Vladimir actually.
Lmeister said on 22/Nov/06
derbi, Sportives fudge their height as much as moviestars. Especially in prosports. Taller/average height players are easier to trade/market etc...
derbi, Sportives fudge their height as much as moviestars. Especially in prosports. Taller/average height players are easier to trade/market etc...
Produce said on 22/Nov/06
glenn: you mean wladimir, but this picture shows vitali with tyson.
glenn: you mean wladimir, but this picture shows vitali with tyson.
Glenn said on 22/Nov/06
I was at the Klitschko/Brock MSG fight.they had Klitschko at 6-6.
I was at the Klitschko/Brock MSG fight.they had Klitschko at 6-6.
Jason said on 22/Nov/06
Interesting pic, Lucky. You may like to know Klitschko is actually 6'6 1/2'' bare foot.
derbi says on 21/Nov/06
''No thats stupid. Sportives don't have to lie about height...!''
The irony ... lol.
Interesting pic, Lucky. You may like to know Klitschko is actually 6'6 1/2'' bare foot.
derbi says on 21/Nov/06
''No thats stupid. Sportives don't have to lie about height...!''
The irony ... lol.
muta said on 21/Nov/06
I agree with you derbi and once again Lucky, there is no way Tyson is five eight.
I agree with you derbi and once again Lucky, there is no way Tyson is five eight.
derbi said on 21/Nov/06
tyson is 5'11 possibly 5'10 but I don't think so. And LuckyLuciano if 5'8 boxers get listed as 5'11 then those who are listed as 5'8 are 5'5?! No thats stupid. Sportives don't have to lie about height...!
tyson is 5'11 possibly 5'10 but I don't think so. And LuckyLuciano if 5'8 boxers get listed as 5'11 then those who are listed as 5'8 are 5'5?! No thats stupid. Sportives don't have to lie about height...!
Produce said on 20/Nov/06
lucky luciano:
Tyson looks taller than 5`8 in this picture......
lucky luciano:
Tyson looks taller than 5`8 in this picture......
Jason said on 20/Nov/06
I agree. This shrinking stuff is outta control here - especially on the wrestler pages. People use it to explain why such and such are shorter than they'd like to think.
I agree. This shrinking stuff is outta control here - especially on the wrestler pages. People use it to explain why such and such are shorter than they'd like to think.
Viper652 said on 20/Nov/06
"People do shrink when they get older."
Can we please stop this shrinking nonsense? Tyson isnt an 80 year old man.
"People do shrink when they get older."
Can we please stop this shrinking nonsense? Tyson isnt an 80 year old man.
Jason said on 19/Nov/06
Golota's 6'3'' tops. 6'4'' is his billed height.
Golota's 6'3'' tops. 6'4'' is his billed height.
Produce said on 17/Nov/06
if chavez would be bald-headed, he would see it clearer. 2 inches?? I stay by it: Tyson looks clearly taller. And did you see Tyson-Golota? Golota is 6`4 and Tyson NEVER lookes 8 inches shorter than him.
if chavez would be bald-headed, he would see it clearer. 2 inches?? I stay by it: Tyson looks clearly taller. And did you see Tyson-Golota? Golota is 6`4 and Tyson NEVER lookes 8 inches shorter than him.
LuckyLuciano said on 17/Nov/06
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What does Tyson have on his feet? A mere inch and a half of normal enhancement via trainers and he looks to be 5'8" to Chavez' 5'6.5" in ring slicks as noted above^^^^. Like Susan Powter used to say "Stop the Insanity!". What colour is the sky in your world produce?
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What does Tyson have on his feet? A mere inch and a half of normal enhancement via trainers and he looks to be 5'8" to Chavez' 5'6.5" in ring slicks as noted above^^^^. Like Susan Powter used to say "Stop the Insanity!". What colour is the sky in your world produce?
Ian said on 17/Nov/06
yes 5ft 10. People do shrink when they get older. He was maybe a little taller when he was young.
yes 5ft 10. People do shrink when they get older. He was maybe a little taller when he was young.
Paul said on 17/Nov/06
chavez looks 1.68cm and tyson 1.74cm
chavez looks 1.68cm and tyson 1.74cm
Viper652 said on 17/Nov/06
Tyson looks 5-10 there.
Tyson looks 5-10 there.
Lmeister said on 17/Nov/06
What 4 inches are you kidding. Looks like 2 inches to me...
What 4 inches are you kidding. Looks like 2 inches to me...
Glenn said on 16/Nov/06
REAL ignorance is laying down the law on this guy without even meeting him.
REAL ignorance is laying down the law on this guy without even meeting him.
Produce said on 16/Nov/06
if tyson has shrunk, than never 2 inches. a man beeing 40 normally shrunks just a little bit , but not 2 inches. A man beein 80 years would propably shrunk 2 inches , but not in tysons age.
if tyson has shrunk, than never 2 inches. a man beeing 40 normally shrunks just a little bit , but not 2 inches. A man beein 80 years would propably shrunk 2 inches , but not in tysons age.
deepestvoice said on 16/Nov/06
Aussie Bloke, just because you seriously injure your neck doesn't mean it will shrink you. I was in a serious car crash when I was 19 that left me unable to turn my neck in one direction. Thankfully I got prayer and got healed. But I continued to grow with that injury 3+ inches during that time.
Aussie Bloke, just because you seriously injure your neck doesn't mean it will shrink you. I was in a serious car crash when I was 19 that left me unable to turn my neck in one direction. Thankfully I got prayer and got healed. But I continued to grow with that injury 3+ inches during that time.
Paul said on 15/Nov/06
It dont make any sense for a famous Heavyweight boxer like tyson to confess 5'10 if really he is 5'11.5 does it? more likely to confess 6'2 (like a certain bald actor we all know ) ;-D
It dont make any sense for a famous Heavyweight boxer like tyson to confess 5'10 if really he is 5'11.5 does it? more likely to confess 6'2 (like a certain bald actor we all know ) ;-D
Paul said on 15/Nov/06
There are alot of ignorant people out there and anyone who still says tyson is 5'11.5 is one of them, drop the Hype and high hopes people, im whith lucky on this one at 5'8 or 5'9 max.
There are alot of ignorant people out there and anyone who still says tyson is 5'11.5 is one of them, drop the Hype and high hopes people, im whith lucky on this one at 5'8 or 5'9 max.
Glenn said on 15/Nov/06
Thats true.I never thought of that.maybe he was 5-11 once.now 5-9.
Thats true.I never thought of that.maybe he was 5-11 once.now 5-9.
Aussie Bloke said on 14/Nov/06
It is quite possible that Iron Mike has in fact shrunk in the last decade, and shrunk considerably at that! Think about it, he seriously injured his knee back in '03'that would have taken an inch or 2 off his frame.................yeah, I reckon he would be around 5ft9 now!
It is quite possible that Iron Mike has in fact shrunk in the last decade, and shrunk considerably at that! Think about it, he seriously injured his knee back in '03'that would have taken an inch or 2 off his frame.................yeah, I reckon he would be around 5ft9 now!
Glenn said on 10/Nov/06
There wont be any downgrading until I meet him and study him.a foot apart.
There wont be any downgrading until I meet him and study him.a foot apart.
Produce said on 9/Nov/06
i saw a foto with tyson ans patterson, who is listed as 6 F , andy Tyson was about the same height. But i remember reading that tyson once was messured as 5`8 1/2 by the police.
i saw a foto with tyson ans patterson, who is listed as 6 F , andy Tyson was about the same height. But i remember reading that tyson once was messured as 5`8 1/2 by the police.
Viper652 said on 9/Nov/06
Im starting to beleive more and more that Tyson might be 5-9 on a good day.
Im starting to beleive more and more that Tyson might be 5-9 on a good day.
LuckyLuciano said on 9/Nov/06
I would go for 5'9" in "normal" footwear and 5'10"-5'10.5" in "special" shoes. Hell I thought it was weird that he was wearing thicker soled x-trainers in the casino supplied ring....that will get you thrown out of most gyms. 5'8" in socks.
I would go for 5'9" in "normal" footwear and 5'10"-5'10.5" in "special" shoes. Hell I thought it was weird that he was wearing thicker soled x-trainers in the casino supplied ring....that will get you thrown out of most gyms. 5'8" in socks.
deepestvoice said on 9/Nov/06
The match right before Tyson had a legit 6 footer in the ring and Tyson wasn't close. He's not 5'll. Once again, I'll give him 5'9, but I would not be surprised if he turned out to be shorter.
The match right before Tyson had a legit 6 footer in the ring and Tyson wasn't close. He's not 5'll. Once again, I'll give him 5'9, but I would not be surprised if he turned out to be shorter.
5'9'' said on 9/Nov/06
If you read Arthur Mercante's book he says that Tyson was about 5'9''. That he couldn't have been 5'10''.
If you read Arthur Mercante's book he says that Tyson was about 5'9''. That he couldn't have been 5'10''.
Produce said on 8/Nov/06
if tyson really was 5`8 than he would have been about 7 inches shorter than the average heavyweight-boxer ( okay it is possible that the other boxers height are not exactly correct either) and i dont think that that a HW , being that short , would have been so feared and so sucsesfull.
if tyson really was 5`8 than he would have been about 7 inches shorter than the average heavyweight-boxer ( okay it is possible that the other boxers height are not exactly correct either) and i dont think that that a HW , being that short , would have been so feared and so sucsesfull.
LuckyLuciano said on 8/Nov/06
I saw Tyson from 20 ft away and saw him change footwear over the course of 25 minutes. You on the other hand rely on televison, promotional media and pre-fight vignettes to gauge his height. I supply MULTIPLE photos showing Tyson as less than average height in public circumstances.....you supply obtuse examples that tangentially reference the YOUR supposed heights of others. There is no question. You are addicted to the hype.
I saw Tyson from 20 ft away and saw him change footwear over the course of 25 minutes. You on the other hand rely on televison, promotional media and pre-fight vignettes to gauge his height. I supply MULTIPLE photos showing Tyson as less than average height in public circumstances.....you supply obtuse examples that tangentially reference the YOUR supposed heights of others. There is no question. You are addicted to the hype.
derbi said on 8/Nov/06
LuckyLuciano, your arguments are really ridiculous. 5'8 fot tyson is just stupid... possible that he is 5'10 now but for shore not less and I think he was about 5'11 at his best!
LuckyLuciano, your arguments are really ridiculous. 5'8 fot tyson is just stupid... possible that he is 5'10 now but for shore not less and I think he was about 5'11 at his best!
muta said on 7/Nov/06
Mike Tyson's former trainer Kevin Rooney is 5'8" and
if you ever seen Rooney stand next to Tyson, Tyson is clearly at least 3 inches taller than Rooney. I guess Rooney is more like 5'4" or 5'5", right Lucky???
Mike Tyson's former trainer Kevin Rooney is 5'8" and
if you ever seen Rooney stand next to Tyson, Tyson is clearly at least 3 inches taller than Rooney. I guess Rooney is more like 5'4" or 5'5", right Lucky???
Glenn said on 7/Nov/06
Michael Jackson is 5-9.no way can they announce him at 5-11.5 and even 6ft for years and him being that weight at 5-8.theyre not going to lie by 4 inches.he is 5-11.5 in sneakes.5-10 min.
Michael Jackson is 5-9.no way can they announce him at 5-11.5 and even 6ft for years and him being that weight at 5-8.theyre not going to lie by 4 inches.he is 5-11.5 in sneakes.5-10 min.
LuckyLuciano said on 7/Nov/06
He is my father's height. 5 foot 8 inches in his barefeet...everything else is just hyperbole. You purposefully can't see the forest for the trees. Ignoring reality doesn't make it any less real. Adieu.
He is my father's height. 5 foot 8 inches in his barefeet...everything else is just hyperbole. You purposefully can't see the forest for the trees. Ignoring reality doesn't make it any less real. Adieu.
muta said on 7/Nov/06
So Lucky, are you saying Tyson is shorter than 5'11 1/2" or are you saying Tyson is 5'8". I can deal with people saying he is 5'10" even though I strongly believe he is 5'11 1/2" but you can't be serious about 5'8"
So Lucky, are you saying Tyson is shorter than 5'11 1/2" or are you saying Tyson is 5'8". I can deal with people saying he is 5'10" even though I strongly believe he is 5'11 1/2" but you can't be serious about 5'8"
muta said on 6/Nov/06
LuckyLuciano,Tyson didn't B.S. and he didn't sell out arenas because people thought he was five eleven and a half, but because he is the most popular boxer ever due to the fact that he was one of the most ferocious, skilled fighters that ever stepped in a boxing ring so I don't have to wake up, I've been awake my entire life.
Glenn, you are correct, there are alot of fighters smaller than me but you don't find many that fight at 175 lbs or over at five feet seven and a half in height. I should have kept my butt at 140 lbs like I was in my prime but I'm getting old.
LuckyLuciano,Tyson didn't B.S. and he didn't sell out arenas because people thought he was five eleven and a half, but because he is the most popular boxer ever due to the fact that he was one of the most ferocious, skilled fighters that ever stepped in a boxing ring so I don't have to wake up, I've been awake my entire life.
Glenn, you are correct, there are alot of fighters smaller than me but you don't find many that fight at 175 lbs or over at five feet seven and a half in height. I should have kept my butt at 140 lbs like I was in my prime but I'm getting old.
Produce said on 6/Nov/06
I remember seeing michael jackson identifications card in the net and his height in this card was 5`11. And Michael Jackson and Tyson have the same height.
I remember seeing michael jackson identifications card in the net and his height in this card was 5`11. And Michael Jackson and Tyson have the same height.
TNTinCA said on 6/Nov/06
Lucky: you sound quite bitter. Were you a former sparing partner of Tyson's? Or did you lose money betting on him when he fought Lewis?
Geez, if you want to believe he is 5'8", go right ahead. But based on evidence that I have seen and photos I have come across, I don't think he is that short.
Lucky: you sound quite bitter. Were you a former sparing partner of Tyson's? Or did you lose money betting on him when he fought Lewis?
Geez, if you want to believe he is 5'8", go right ahead. But based on evidence that I have seen and photos I have come across, I don't think he is that short.
LuckyLuciano said on 6/Nov/06
Look at the Mark's page you are wrong. Many people know Mark before he was famous because he busted many a set of balls working at the Tunnel. He is fully exposed as a serial elevator shoe wearer right down to the make and model.
Look at the Mark's page you are wrong. Many people know Mark before he was famous because he busted many a set of balls working at the Tunnel. He is fully exposed as a serial elevator shoe wearer right down to the make and model.
Jason said on 6/Nov/06
I think Vin is 5'11''. Tyson looks 5'9 1/2'' next to him if so.
I think Vin is 5'11''. Tyson looks 5'9 1/2'' next to him if so.
Glenn said on 5/Nov/06
Theres boxers in general smaller than you Muta.
Theres boxers in general smaller than you Muta.
LuckyLuciano said on 5/Nov/06
Muta time to dismantle the Tyson shrine! Five foot eight inches tall. Why are the Klitschkos so much taller than boxers listed as being near their height? The answer is they don't B.S. about it because they don't have to. It's all about hype and selling tickets and putting asses in the seats. Wake up!
Muta time to dismantle the Tyson shrine! Five foot eight inches tall. Why are the Klitschkos so much taller than boxers listed as being near their height? The answer is they don't B.S. about it because they don't have to. It's all about hype and selling tickets and putting asses in the seats. Wake up!
LuckyLuciano said on 4/Nov/06
Give a guy velvet rope credentials and it usually goes right to their head. I saw a guy knock out two MUCH BIGGER bouncers cold at the Tunnel once and Mark didn't make a move. They actually asked him to leave with a refund without even laying a finger on him because it was obvious he had some skills. Mark had a pronounced "LITHP" back then and copped his couture from the more stylish Chazz who is a funny talented and smart guy.
Give a guy velvet rope credentials and it usually goes right to their head. I saw a guy knock out two MUCH BIGGER bouncers cold at the Tunnel once and Mark didn't make a move. They actually asked him to leave with a refund without even laying a finger on him because it was obvious he had some skills. Mark had a pronounced "LITHP" back then and copped his couture from the more stylish Chazz who is a funny talented and smart guy.
muta said on 4/Nov/06
There is no way the man is five nine or five ten and definitely not shorter. Why would he be listed as 5'11 1/2" in all of his fights. I've seen him listed as 6'0" in some of his earlier fights. I asked the question once before but nobody answered me. What is the benefit for someone to lie about his height or for Tyson to lie. It will never take away from his accomplishments. I myself am a fighter, boxer/kickboxer and I am short. I am 5'7 1/2' which is very short for a fighter in the Light Heavyweight division but I wouldn't have any reason to say I'm shorter or to want people to think I am taller than what I really am, it doesn't make any sense.
There is no way the man is five nine or five ten and definitely not shorter. Why would he be listed as 5'11 1/2" in all of his fights. I've seen him listed as 6'0" in some of his earlier fights. I asked the question once before but nobody answered me. What is the benefit for someone to lie about his height or for Tyson to lie. It will never take away from his accomplishments. I myself am a fighter, boxer/kickboxer and I am short. I am 5'7 1/2' which is very short for a fighter in the Light Heavyweight division but I wouldn't have any reason to say I'm shorter or to want people to think I am taller than what I really am, it doesn't make any sense.
Glenn said on 4/Nov/06
I remember Mark the security guy.a dick then too.
I remember Mark the security guy.a dick then too.
TNTinCA said on 3/Nov/06
A friend of mine met Vin in Vegas once. My friend is 6 foot and said he and Vin were eye to eye. Mind you, I can't state what Vin's footwear was. But I don't think Vin is near the 5'10" mark. Honestly think he is between 5'11" and 6 foot. Maybe 5'11 1/2" is the most likely.
A friend of mine met Vin in Vegas once. My friend is 6 foot and said he and Vin were eye to eye. Mind you, I can't state what Vin's footwear was. But I don't think Vin is near the 5'10" mark. Honestly think he is between 5'11" and 6 foot. Maybe 5'11 1/2" is the most likely.
LuckyLuciano said on 2/Nov/06
I remember Mark Vincent aka Vin Diesel from the Tunnel first and occasionally the Limelight where he worked along with Chazz Palminteri, he is 5'10" in shoes. Tyson is 5'8" please stop the madness!!!!
I remember Mark Vincent aka Vin Diesel from the Tunnel first and occasionally the Limelight where he worked along with Chazz Palminteri, he is 5'10" in shoes. Tyson is 5'8" please stop the madness!!!!
Viper652 said on 2/Nov/06
Thing is I do think Vin is closer to 5-10.
Thing is I do think Vin is closer to 5-10.
TNTinCA said on 2/Nov/06
Here is a pic of Vin Diesel and Tyson:
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Now I know Vin has a tendency to exagerate his height. But if you give Vin 6 foot (which is his height on celebheights), there appears to be about 2 inches difference between the two. Which would corroborate the 5'10" height.
Here is a pic of Vin Diesel and Tyson:
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Now I know Vin has a tendency to exagerate his height. But if you give Vin 6 foot (which is his height on celebheights), there appears to be about 2 inches difference between the two. Which would corroborate the 5'10" height.
Glenn said on 2/Nov/06
Thanks for that info Produce.
Thanks for that info Produce.
boxing4life said on 1/Nov/06
Yeah produce I seen that too, I saw a pic of them together from 1989 in the Ring Double issues from 2005 with a Tribute to Rocky Marciano.
Yeah produce I seen that too, I saw a pic of them together from 1989 in the Ring Double issues from 2005 with a Tribute to Rocky Marciano.
Dender said on 1/Nov/06
i would guess that he is 5-10 or 5-11, but i never met him.
i would guess that he is 5-10 or 5-11, but i never met him.
Produce said on 1/Nov/06
From seeing Tyson in the TV i would guess that he is 5.11 1/2 , like it is reported.I do not hink that he is far smaller, becouse I would have noticed that in all these years. I saw him standing next to Cesar Chavez ( 5`7) and Tyson looked clearly taller , would say 4 or 5 inches. I have seen him getting messured as 5`11 in tv and i once read that he was messured 1 ich taller than Sugar Ray Leonard ( 5`10). And standing next to 6`6 Kevin MC Bride , he looked clearly shorter, but not sooo much.He looked about 7 or 8 inches shorter maybe.So , I think 5`10 or 5`11 is realistic.
From seeing Tyson in the TV i would guess that he is 5.11 1/2 , like it is reported.I do not hink that he is far smaller, becouse I would have noticed that in all these years. I saw him standing next to Cesar Chavez ( 5`7) and Tyson looked clearly taller , would say 4 or 5 inches. I have seen him getting messured as 5`11 in tv and i once read that he was messured 1 ich taller than Sugar Ray Leonard ( 5`10). And standing next to 6`6 Kevin MC Bride , he looked clearly shorter, but not sooo much.He looked about 7 or 8 inches shorter maybe.So , I think 5`10 or 5`11 is realistic.
Glenn said on 1/Nov/06
Aiello is that height.so is Pesci.and Walken shrunk to 6ft.he appeared taller 16 years ago.
Aiello is that height.so is Pesci.and Walken shrunk to 6ft.he appeared taller 16 years ago.
Lmeister said on 1/Nov/06
...sorry for sending the previous comment Anoynymous
...sorry for sending the previous comment Anoynymous
Glenn said on 31/Oct/06
Judgeing from photos I saw that people had with him,he appeared 5-10,5-11.then a friend or 2 will swear on 5-8.I read 5-9 in 1986.the mystery continues.
Judgeing from photos I saw that people had with him,he appeared 5-10,5-11.then a friend or 2 will swear on 5-8.I read 5-9 in 1986.the mystery continues.
wayne said on 31/Oct/06
You guys are sooooo wrong. 5'8'' is not Mike's height. These are all speculations. Until Glenn takes a photo with him, don't make funny assumptions like this.
You guys are sooooo wrong. 5'8'' is not Mike's height. These are all speculations. Until Glenn takes a photo with him, don't make funny assumptions like this.
sf said on 30/Oct/06
boxing4life - I decided to take a look at your picture, and that just proves how much perspective can be distorted through photographs like the editors have been saying.
First - until you see a full shot, you don't know if the height chart is even accurate. I can hang a height chart and have 6 feet be where 5'6" should actually be.
Second, like Pad and Rob have pointed out, the chart could be behind him several feet, which it probably is (looks like it to me), so, of course, Tyson looks taller.
but, I'm amazed by these 5'8" sightings. I never thought Tyson was shorter than 5'10", but I'm starting to wonder.
boxing4life - I decided to take a look at your picture, and that just proves how much perspective can be distorted through photographs like the editors have been saying.
First - until you see a full shot, you don't know if the height chart is even accurate. I can hang a height chart and have 6 feet be where 5'6" should actually be.
Second, like Pad and Rob have pointed out, the chart could be behind him several feet, which it probably is (looks like it to me), so, of course, Tyson looks taller.
but, I'm amazed by these 5'8" sightings. I never thought Tyson was shorter than 5'10", but I'm starting to wonder.
Glenn said on 30/Oct/06
Im sorry lucky,I forgot you saw him.my mistake.most people here never met the celebs they shorten.I just hung out with,just 2 hours ago,a man that knew Tyson way back.he says 5-7,5-8.too many short sightings on this guy.more than Sly.but like Sly,theres the 5-10,5-11.5 stories.height is a true enigma.surprised this website wasnt around years ago.yeah,Im gonna try to get in free.either way Ill be there.look for me.
Im sorry lucky,I forgot you saw him.my mistake.most people here never met the celebs they shorten.I just hung out with,just 2 hours ago,a man that knew Tyson way back.he says 5-7,5-8.too many short sightings on this guy.more than Sly.but like Sly,theres the 5-10,5-11.5 stories.height is a true enigma.surprised this website wasnt around years ago.yeah,Im gonna try to get in free.either way Ill be there.look for me.
boxing4life said on 30/Oct/06
I've already posted a pic of Tyson standing close to a measuring chart from one of his fights in the late 80's.
Take one look at it.
anyone saying 5'8" has just been sonned, owned, pwned, pimped raped and beaten, ALL in one.
I've already posted a pic of Tyson standing close to a measuring chart from one of his fights in the late 80's.
Take one look at it.
anyone saying 5'8" has just been sonned, owned, pwned, pimped raped and beaten, ALL in one.
LuckyLuciano said on 29/Oct/06
Glenn I was 20 ft away from him in Las Vegas. I watched him work out with Jeff Fenech for 25 minutes at the Aladdin. He is nowhere near 5'10". I can be cocky because I saw what the real deal is. He is SHORTER than the AVERAGE man. 5'8" end of story. Are you going to see IMMORTAL at B.B. King's in July?
Glenn I was 20 ft away from him in Las Vegas. I watched him work out with Jeff Fenech for 25 minutes at the Aladdin. He is nowhere near 5'10". I can be cocky because I saw what the real deal is. He is SHORTER than the AVERAGE man. 5'8" end of story. Are you going to see IMMORTAL at B.B. King's in July?
Glenn said on 28/Oct/06
If you never met him dont be so cocky.5-10 is realistic.
If you never met him dont be so cocky.5-10 is realistic.
LuckyLuciano said on 27/Oct/06
Tyson was never measured for height. HBO never measured anyone's height. Mike Tyson has never been even remotely near 5'11.5". Hype, hype and more hype. Mike Tyson is a short man. Accept this and get on with your life.
Tyson was never measured for height. HBO never measured anyone's height. Mike Tyson has never been even remotely near 5'11.5". Hype, hype and more hype. Mike Tyson is a short man. Accept this and get on with your life.
LuckyLuciano said on 27/Oct/06
What about the guy to the left? What about the guy behind him and yet still taller? What about the picture with Jeff Fenech? Sleepers awake for goodness sake!!!! I saw him from 20 ft away....deepestvoice saw him from 10 ft away he is a short man!!!Stop the insanity! 5 foot 8 inches.
What about the guy to the left? What about the guy behind him and yet still taller? What about the picture with Jeff Fenech? Sleepers awake for goodness sake!!!! I saw him from 20 ft away....deepestvoice saw him from 10 ft away he is a short man!!!Stop the insanity! 5 foot 8 inches.
derbi said on 27/Oct/06
5'8 estimations are ridiculous because he isn't a celeb who doesn't have to lie about his height. It's just about how good he's at boxing and not his height people care. And as a pro boxer he for shore got measured several times. I'd say a solid 5'10 in his best times probably 5'11
5'8 estimations are ridiculous because he isn't a celeb who doesn't have to lie about his height. It's just about how good he's at boxing and not his height people care. And as a pro boxer he for shore got measured several times. I'd say a solid 5'10 in his best times probably 5'11
Danimal said on 27/Oct/06
He's between 5'9" and 5'10". I've heard boxing commentators state that for years during his matches.
He's between 5'9" and 5'10". I've heard boxing commentators state that for years during his matches.
Mikex said on 27/Oct/06
I don't understand why Tyson would have to measure himself. Surely he must have had countless medicals when they could have got an accurate reading. 5'10'' does sound reasonable though.
I don't understand why Tyson would have to measure himself. Surely he must have had countless medicals when they could have got an accurate reading. 5'10'' does sound reasonable though.
Glenn said on 27/Oct/06
Alot of sneakers today are over 1.5.
Alot of sneakers today are over 1.5.
Lmeister said on 27/Oct/06
Agree with you TNTinCA Mike can be 5'9.5'', but not 5'8''. He doesn't look that short.
Agree with you TNTinCA Mike can be 5'9.5'', but not 5'8''. He doesn't look that short.
TNTinCA said on 26/Oct/06
LuckyLuciano:
He is the 'tiniest guy' in that picture? So what?
That's Vitalli Klitschko in the foreground who stands near 6'8"! And Mike is a few feet behind so of course he will look tiny. Hell, almost anyone standing next to Vitali is going to look tiny.
Glenn, I agree with you that 5'11.5" in footwear is possible. Although a 1 1/2 heel is large for most male shoes.
LuckyLuciano:
He is the 'tiniest guy' in that picture? So what?
That's Vitalli Klitschko in the foreground who stands near 6'8"! And Mike is a few feet behind so of course he will look tiny. Hell, almost anyone standing next to Vitali is going to look tiny.
Glenn, I agree with you that 5'11.5" in footwear is possible. Although a 1 1/2 heel is large for most male shoes.
Glenn said on 26/Oct/06
5-11.5 in footwear is what I think.
5-11.5 in footwear is what I think.
deepestvoice said on 26/Oct/06
Thanks Jason, I'm glad to be back. D. Ray Morton, who is Ken Nordine? Once I know who that is I can tell you if my voice is deeper. And LuckyLuciano, that picture proves my point exactly. I witnessed the same thing at his boxing match. He was too short in the crowd to be 5'10.
Thanks Jason, I'm glad to be back. D. Ray Morton, who is Ken Nordine? Once I know who that is I can tell you if my voice is deeper. And LuckyLuciano, that picture proves my point exactly. I witnessed the same thing at his boxing match. He was too short in the crowd to be 5'10.
Glenn said on 26/Oct/06
TNT-I have a photo with Holyfield I will post one day. Leung-they want to see 90% of the celebs here short.
TNT-I have a photo with Holyfield I will post one day. Leung-they want to see 90% of the celebs here short.
Glenn said on 25/Oct/06
Then again,for the 3rd time,how did the have a special program on Tysons height where he was measured at 5-11.5 on camera? yet some are cocky here never meeting him.I never did.but explain the program dedicated to his height? 5-10 minimum in my opinion.
Then again,for the 3rd time,how did the have a special program on Tysons height where he was measured at 5-11.5 on camera? yet some are cocky here never meeting him.I never did.but explain the program dedicated to his height? 5-10 minimum in my opinion.
Jason said on 25/Oct/06
Murphy walked funny, huh?. You said the same thing about Arnold and... ;)
Deepestvoice, I believe your sighting and do now think Tyson is under 5'10''. A lot of people here won't though ... you just have to kinda let it slide. You've seen him and know how tall he really is, so it doesn't matter. Welcome back BTW!
Murphy walked funny, huh?. You said the same thing about Arnold and... ;)
Deepestvoice, I believe your sighting and do now think Tyson is under 5'10''. A lot of people here won't though ... you just have to kinda let it slide. You've seen him and know how tall he really is, so it doesn't matter. Welcome back BTW!
Glenn said on 25/Oct/06
Get your story straight sf,Im 5-6! ;-)
Get your story straight sf,Im 5-6! ;-)
Lmeister said on 25/Oct/06
I agree with those Eddie Murphy comments. He has been listed 5'8'' at least by some magazines in the past. In some movies he does look shorter than the average.
I agree with those Eddie Murphy comments. He has been listed 5'8'' at least by some magazines in the past. In some movies he does look shorter than the average.
Danimal said on 25/Oct/06
I give Tyson 5'9.5" and Eddie the same.
I give Tyson 5'9.5" and Eddie the same.
Leung said on 24/Oct/06
I have to say that Tyson is in the 5’10”-5’10.5” range. At the official weigh-ins before boxing matches where they weigh the fighters and announce their stats (height, reach etc) Tyson gets quoted as 182cm. I believe it’s possible they can exaggerate a few centimetres however they are not going to get away with stretching the truth by 10cm (some of you guys are claiming he’s 5’8”).
I have to say that Tyson is in the 5’10”-5’10.5” range. At the official weigh-ins before boxing matches where they weigh the fighters and announce their stats (height, reach etc) Tyson gets quoted as 182cm. I believe it’s possible they can exaggerate a few centimetres however they are not going to get away with stretching the truth by 10cm (some of you guys are claiming he’s 5’8”).
sf said on 24/Oct/06
Yea, LuckyLuciano - people DO cling to their "delusional notions" about Stars or people they idolize. They want them to be taller or shorter. If you like someone, well that HAVE to be taller!!! If you don't, well, of course they're shorter.
People in real life, and in regards to stars, always seem to be disappointed when someone is not as tall as they think, or as tall as they think they should be. Very hard to be non-biased. I never would have thought Tyson was only 5'8", but I always believe shorter sightings over taller sightings, usually, cause these people and their agents and the media, do everything to build them up and appear taller...did you hear Glenn was only 5'5"?
Kidding again, Glenn!
Yea, LuckyLuciano - people DO cling to their "delusional notions" about Stars or people they idolize. They want them to be taller or shorter. If you like someone, well that HAVE to be taller!!! If you don't, well, of course they're shorter.
People in real life, and in regards to stars, always seem to be disappointed when someone is not as tall as they think, or as tall as they think they should be. Very hard to be non-biased. I never would have thought Tyson was only 5'8", but I always believe shorter sightings over taller sightings, usually, cause these people and their agents and the media, do everything to build them up and appear taller...did you hear Glenn was only 5'5"?
Kidding again, Glenn!
Glenn said on 24/Oct/06
Murphy seemed 5-10 when I met him,but walked funny.
Murphy seemed 5-10 when I met him,but walked funny.
Viper652 said on 24/Oct/06
I still think hes closer to 5-10, but I also do not doubt the 5-8 actually. Im always amazed of how shorter athletes look in person.
I still think hes closer to 5-10, but I also do not doubt the 5-8 actually. Im always amazed of how shorter athletes look in person.
deepestvoice said on 24/Oct/06
Even Bert Sugar said on Quite Frankly "Mike Tyson says he's 5'10, he ain't 5'10." Now Bert Sugar would be a very reliable source considering his passion is boxing and he would have no reason to make that up.
Even Bert Sugar said on Quite Frankly "Mike Tyson says he's 5'10, he ain't 5'10." Now Bert Sugar would be a very reliable source considering his passion is boxing and he would have no reason to make that up.
Viper652 said on 24/Oct/06
Ive always thought Eddie looked 5-8 in movies.
Ive always thought Eddie looked 5-8 in movies.
LuckyLuciano said on 24/Oct/06
I WAS TWENTY FEET AWAY!!!! ARE YOU DAFT?!?!?Even deepestvoice admits 5'9" is being GENEROUS!!!Now I see why this site will be eternal. People cling to their delusional notions like Titanic passengers to lifeboats. 5'8" - end of story.
I WAS TWENTY FEET AWAY!!!! ARE YOU DAFT?!?!?Even deepestvoice admits 5'9" is being GENEROUS!!!Now I see why this site will be eternal. People cling to their delusional notions like Titanic passengers to lifeboats. 5'8" - end of story.
Glenn said on 24/Oct/06
Eddie Murphy has been rumored 5-8 for years.I think its possible.friends of mine swear by it.
Eddie Murphy has been rumored 5-8 for years.I think its possible.friends of mine swear by it.
boxing4life said on 24/Oct/06
not 5'8"
more like 5'10 or 5'11", the man is not that short, but still the most overrated heavyweight in history who got destroyed by a 42-1 underdog.
not 5'8"
more like 5'10 or 5'11", the man is not that short, but still the most overrated heavyweight in history who got destroyed by a 42-1 underdog.
deepestvoice said on 24/Oct/06
I noticed how short his legs are too. He's in the 5'9 range, no more. Even Bert Sugar said that today on Quite Frankly.
I noticed how short his legs are too. He's in the 5'9 range, no more. Even Bert Sugar said that today on Quite Frankly.
TNTinCA said on 23/Oct/06
He was and is 5'10". Watch old footage of him. They often list him at 5'11 1/2" or 5'11". Likely that is with footwear. (Standard 1 inch heel) But no way he was 5'8". I am sorry, but 5'8" guys cannot get away with that easily, especially in the boxing arena.
When I watched the fight between Lennox and Tyson, it looked like a difference of at least half a foot. 6 inches. Which, with Lewis being 6'5", would make Tyson 5'11" at MAX. But the difference would have been much higher had Tyson been 5'8".
He was and is 5'10". Watch old footage of him. They often list him at 5'11 1/2" or 5'11". Likely that is with footwear. (Standard 1 inch heel) But no way he was 5'8". I am sorry, but 5'8" guys cannot get away with that easily, especially in the boxing arena.
When I watched the fight between Lennox and Tyson, it looked like a difference of at least half a foot. 6 inches. Which, with Lewis being 6'5", would make Tyson 5'11" at MAX. But the difference would have been much higher had Tyson been 5'8".
LuckyLuciano said on 23/Oct/06
He looks the same height as my dad, 5'8" maybe he is 5'9" plus in thick shoes. He was BARELY taller than Fenech!!!!!If he is shorter than the average man he is under 5'9". Close the book on this one.
He looks the same height as my dad, 5'8" maybe he is 5'9" plus in thick shoes. He was BARELY taller than Fenech!!!!!If he is shorter than the average man he is under 5'9". Close the book on this one.
OnCapeCod said on 23/Oct/06
Thanks deepestvoice & LL!!!! I have been telling people this and for some reason they simply won't believe it!!! OnCapeCod is, was and shall ever be right about Mike Tyon's real height!!!Step off haters & fanbois!!!!!
Thanks deepestvoice & LL!!!! I have been telling people this and for some reason they simply won't believe it!!! OnCapeCod is, was and shall ever be right about Mike Tyon's real height!!!Step off haters & fanbois!!!!!
LuckyLuciano said on 23/Oct/06
Let the truth be told FAR AND WIDE!!!!! MIKE TYSON IS FIVE FOOT EIGHT INCHES!!!
Let the truth be told FAR AND WIDE!!!!! MIKE TYSON IS FIVE FOOT EIGHT INCHES!!!
Danimal said on 23/Oct/06
Since when is Eddie Murphy 5'8"?????????
Since when is Eddie Murphy 5'8"?????????
Jason said on 23/Oct/06
Far out. If he has a huge head he'd seem shorter than he is, so maybe 5'9'' is it. I wonder if he was ever taller? How was the fight?
Far out. If he has a huge head he'd seem shorter than he is, so maybe 5'9'' is it. I wonder if he was ever taller? How was the fight?
deepestvoice said on 22/Oct/06
I got pretty close. I would say within 10-15 feet of him. I noticed how he was shorter than a lot of the crowd. He wouldn't have been shorter than that many people if he was 5'10. The average man's height is 5'9.
I got pretty close. I would say within 10-15 feet of him. I noticed how he was shorter than a lot of the crowd. He wouldn't have been shorter than that many people if he was 5'10. The average man's height is 5'9.
LuckyLuciano said on 22/Oct/06
You guys owe a few people on this thread A BIG APOLOGY. Mr.R ,CapserUK, Gman, OnCapeCod were all right! Five foot eight inches!!!!A 2" downgrade should
definitely be considered.
You guys owe a few people on this thread A BIG APOLOGY. Mr.R ,CapserUK, Gman, OnCapeCod were all right! Five foot eight inches!!!!A 2" downgrade should
definitely be considered.
Jason said on 22/Oct/06
For real? How close did you get to him?
For real? How close did you get to him?
deepestvoice said on 21/Oct/06
I just came back from the world tour. I'll be generous and give him 5'9, but he might be 5'8 in reality. No way was he ever 6'0.
I just came back from the world tour. I'll be generous and give him 5'9, but he might be 5'8 in reality. No way was he ever 6'0.
Anonymous said on 21/Oct/06
Tyson is short, in the youtube clip provided by Frank2, it shows Tyson on stage with the 5'8 Eddie Murphy. I was surprised on how short Tyson really is. He looked the same height as Murphy at 5'8. He is 5'8 to 5'8.5max barefoot and in shoes 5'10 (probably measured himself in shoes, (usually on how height is measured in America)
Tyson is short, in the youtube clip provided by Frank2, it shows Tyson on stage with the 5'8 Eddie Murphy. I was surprised on how short Tyson really is. He looked the same height as Murphy at 5'8. He is 5'8 to 5'8.5max barefoot and in shoes 5'10 (probably measured himself in shoes, (usually on how height is measured in America)
LuckyLuciano said on 21/Oct/06
Picture says otherwise and Fenech is even leaning over towards Tyson...you can honestly say that there is 4 PLUS inches difference between them? C'mon yourself. I was 20 ft. away and it was more like an inch. Short fireplug of a man with a huge head. 5'8".
Picture says otherwise and Fenech is even leaning over towards Tyson...you can honestly say that there is 4 PLUS inches difference between them? C'mon yourself. I was 20 ft. away and it was more like an inch. Short fireplug of a man with a huge head. 5'8".
boxing4life said on 21/Oct/06
5'8". Yeah right
c'mon now.
5'8". Yeah right
c'mon now.
LuckyLuciano said on 19/Oct/06
The picture speaks for itself. The public is allowed to watch from 20 ft. away. He looks the same height as my father, just very stocky with the biggest head I have ever seen. Fenech 5'7" & Tyson 5'8".
The picture speaks for itself. The public is allowed to watch from 20 ft. away. He looks the same height as my father, just very stocky with the biggest head I have ever seen. Fenech 5'7" & Tyson 5'8".
Anonymous said on 19/Oct/06
5'8'' - very unlikely. Mike would be in the 5'9'' range, maybe 176cm or so (175cm the shortest). My martial arts instructor met Mike a couple of times, I'll ask him how tall he thought Mike really was (probably a bit of an absurd question, but I'll ask anyway)
5'8'' - very unlikely. Mike would be in the 5'9'' range, maybe 176cm or so (175cm the shortest). My martial arts instructor met Mike a couple of times, I'll ask him how tall he thought Mike really was (probably a bit of an absurd question, but I'll ask anyway)
LuckyLuciano said on 17/Oct/06
He is 5'8" saw him workout with Jeff Fenech who is 5'7". Here is a pic from workout I saw in Vegas. Never realized he was so short and his head so big.
Click Here
He is 5'8" saw him workout with Jeff Fenech who is 5'7". Here is a pic from workout I saw in Vegas. Never realized he was so short and his head so big.
Click Here
deepestvoice said on 12/Oct/06
Hey everyone, it's been a long time but deepestvoice is back. I'm going to the first stop on Tyson's world tour. So hopefully I can get close enough to tell everyone exactly how tall he is.
Hey everyone, it's been a long time but deepestvoice is back. I'm going to the first stop on Tyson's world tour. So hopefully I can get close enough to tell everyone exactly how tall he is.
THE *TRUE* ANONYMOUS said on 3/Oct/06
Tyson's like Stallone - in that difficult 5'9"-ish range which could go either way: 5'8" to be on the short side, 5'10" to be on the tall. Like Stallone, I don't think Iron Mike is a solid 5'10" since he gets all this flak for being short, although he's probably pretty close, probably 175-177cm.
Tyson's like Stallone - in that difficult 5'9"-ish range which could go either way: 5'8" to be on the short side, 5'10" to be on the tall. Like Stallone, I don't think Iron Mike is a solid 5'10" since he gets all this flak for being short, although he's probably pretty close, probably 175-177cm.
Brad said on 3/Oct/06
Hearns is a legit 6' 1". He really brought it on with those snap hooks. I bet Tyson gets in the ring again in '07.
Hearns is a legit 6' 1". He really brought it on with those snap hooks. I bet Tyson gets in the ring again in '07.
Viper652 said on 2/Oct/06
Tyson measured himself at 5-10. I'll take his word for it.
Tyson measured himself at 5-10. I'll take his word for it.
Jason said on 29/Sep/06
Huh? We have two Massimos? I thought that Massimo down there was you lol!
Huh? We have two Massimos? I thought that Massimo down there was you lol!
Massimo said on 29/Sep/06
I think Primo Carnera was legittimately measured in USA at 6'5 3/4 (196 cm). I saw the tape of his 1935 fight with Ray Impelletiere (2.02 m) and Carnera was clearly shorter. Tyson is probably 175-176.
I think Primo Carnera was legittimately measured in USA at 6'5 3/4 (196 cm). I saw the tape of his 1935 fight with Ray Impelletiere (2.02 m) and Carnera was clearly shorter. Tyson is probably 175-176.
gabriele said on 28/Sep/06
tyson is 178,yeah.i was reading the discussion about primo carnera.well,i visited his museum in sequals(pordenone),in friuli,and i read that his uncles were 195.in a photo with his family he was taller than his two uncles.for the museum he was 204 or 205,but according to me he was 2,01 exactly.Maybe he was 197 when he was old because he began hunchbacked.for italian resources of google he was 2,05(digitare "carnera era alto").Bye
tyson is 178,yeah.i was reading the discussion about primo carnera.well,i visited his museum in sequals(pordenone),in friuli,and i read that his uncles were 195.in a photo with his family he was taller than his two uncles.for the museum he was 204 or 205,but according to me he was 2,01 exactly.Maybe he was 197 when he was old because he began hunchbacked.for italian resources of google he was 2,05(digitare "carnera era alto").Bye
Boxing4life said on 28/Sep/06
OnCapeCod is going under fake aliases now by the name 'Michael Fowler' to try and make his point valid. Nice try buddy, I'm not that stupid LOL
Hagler is 5'9".5, watch the pre-fight documentary and the fight itself with Hearns who is a legit 6 feet 1. He is NO way 7 inches taller than Hagler!
OnCapeCod is going under fake aliases now by the name 'Michael Fowler' to try and make his point valid. Nice try buddy, I'm not that stupid LOL
Hagler is 5'9".5, watch the pre-fight documentary and the fight itself with Hearns who is a legit 6 feet 1. He is NO way 7 inches taller than Hagler!
Jason said on 27/Sep/06
Well, about the only of those people I'd take seriously in this case would be your Grandfather ... but maybe he was off? Carnera was billed as 6'7'' in wrestling - and you know what that means. Virtually all the heights I can find for him on google are 6'5''-6'6'' and his official imperial height in the States (when he was older) is 6'5 3/4''. There's also a 6'5 1/4'' listing. If he were 204-205cm he would have been taller than Vitali Klitshko (6'6 1/2'' minus shoes) who was regarded as the tallest heavyweight champion in boxing history before Nikolai Valuev came along. Also, his measurements (chest, bicep, thighs, etc.) at 260lbs (the weight at which they were taken) are just too big for him to have been anything over the 6'5'' range at that weight. Then again, the measurements could have been exaggerated. But, if they exaggerated them they would have exaggerated his height too.
Well, about the only of those people I'd take seriously in this case would be your Grandfather ... but maybe he was off? Carnera was billed as 6'7'' in wrestling - and you know what that means. Virtually all the heights I can find for him on google are 6'5''-6'6'' and his official imperial height in the States (when he was older) is 6'5 3/4''. There's also a 6'5 1/4'' listing. If he were 204-205cm he would have been taller than Vitali Klitshko (6'6 1/2'' minus shoes) who was regarded as the tallest heavyweight champion in boxing history before Nikolai Valuev came along. Also, his measurements (chest, bicep, thighs, etc.) at 260lbs (the weight at which they were taken) are just too big for him to have been anything over the 6'5'' range at that weight. Then again, the measurements could have been exaggerated. But, if they exaggerated them they would have exaggerated his height too.
massimo said on 26/Sep/06
jason,i'm italian and the sons of carnera said in tv that he was 204-205.in the carnera's museum in sequals(friuli),photos and documents show that he was 204-205.my grandfather was a sicilian boxer of 1,96 and he told me that carnera was taller than 2,00.the fellow citizens of sequals(carnera's country)said that he was 2,05.1,97 is an error.he was 1,97 when he was adolescent.he was 270 pounds and had enormous hands and feet.i agree that tyson is 5'10.
jason,i'm italian and the sons of carnera said in tv that he was 204-205.in the carnera's museum in sequals(friuli),photos and documents show that he was 204-205.my grandfather was a sicilian boxer of 1,96 and he told me that carnera was taller than 2,00.the fellow citizens of sequals(carnera's country)said that he was 2,05.1,97 is an error.he was 1,97 when he was adolescent.he was 270 pounds and had enormous hands and feet.i agree that tyson is 5'10.
Jason said on 26/Sep/06
I really do think Tyson is 5'10''. This book being mentioned can't be too reliable - Primo Carnera was only 197.5cm (6'5 3/4'', not 205cm (6'9''). And that's if you disregard the 6'5 1/4'' listing for him, which may be the correct one.
I really do think Tyson is 5'10''. This book being mentioned can't be too reliable - Primo Carnera was only 197.5cm (6'5 3/4'', not 205cm (6'9''). And that's if you disregard the 6'5 1/4'' listing for him, which may be the correct one.
Anonymous said on 25/Sep/06
my grandfather has a book about boxers.according to this book holyfield is 1,85,tyson 1,80.i read that the italian boxer primo carnera was a giant of 2,05.
my grandfather has a book about boxers.according to this book holyfield is 1,85,tyson 1,80.i read that the italian boxer primo carnera was a giant of 2,05.
Michael Fowler said on 22/Sep/06
Tyson 5'8.5", 5'9.5" max. Look at Hagler with Qawi whos 5'6".
Tyson 5'8.5", 5'9.5" max. Look at Hagler with Qawi whos 5'6".
Michael Fowler said on 22/Sep/06
Hagler is pictured with Dwight Muhammad Qawi who is 5'6". Hagler is practically the same height as him. So lets be honest Tyson is what 3" bigger than Hagler at best. Makes Tyson 5' 9.5" max. He around 5' 8-9"inches. Go to Hagler website to look at celeb pics
Hagler is pictured with Dwight Muhammad Qawi who is 5'6". Hagler is practically the same height as him. So lets be honest Tyson is what 3" bigger than Hagler at best. Makes Tyson 5' 9.5" max. He around 5' 8-9"inches. Go to Hagler website to look at celeb pics
Boxing4life said on 22/Sep/06
If it isn't evidence, I don't know what is. Shall we contact tyson and ask him ourselves to back up against a chart and take a full body pic ?LOL
get the ring July 2005 double issue and you'll see 5'7" zab judah with Tyson, Tyson looks at least 5'10 " 1/2
Editor Rob
If it isn't evidence, I don't know what is. Shall we contact tyson and ask him ourselves to back up against a chart and take a full body pic ?LOL
get the ring July 2005 double issue and you'll see 5'7" zab judah with Tyson, Tyson looks at least 5'10 " 1/2
Editor Rob are we still harping about this video of tyson beside the height chart? Again, the camera is below his eyeline and he is a good few inches in front of the chart, therefore the height chart is misleading.
remember, in this old pic everybody here knows I am 5ft 8 exactly yet I stand a few inches in front of the ruler and have a low camera and wham bam, I'm taller than Tyson ;-)
remember, in this old pic everybody here knows I am 5ft 8 exactly yet I stand a few inches in front of the ruler and have a low camera and wham bam, I'm taller than Tyson ;-)
Glenn said on 8/Sep/06
Randy-I believe you,but what about that program where they mearured him at 5-11.5? a segment dedicated to his height.my friends are with you.
Randy-I believe you,but what about that program where they mearured him at 5-11.5? a segment dedicated to his height.my friends are with you.
Randy said on 7/Sep/06
I seen the man in person, and I'm telling you there no way he's 5'11". My stepfather is 5'11", and he was clearly taller than Tyson. I saw a one of his old fights on ESPN Classic, and the announcer said Tyson was listed at 5'11", but was closer to 5'9", and he isn't the only one that's said this. I don't know any boxing expert that believes Tyson is 5'11".
I seen the man in person, and I'm telling you there no way he's 5'11". My stepfather is 5'11", and he was clearly taller than Tyson. I saw a one of his old fights on ESPN Classic, and the announcer said Tyson was listed at 5'11", but was closer to 5'9", and he isn't the only one that's said this. I don't know any boxing expert that believes Tyson is 5'11".
Glenn said on 4/Sep/06
I never met Tyson and that sucks.but he doesnt get the enigma attention he should.in my friends photos he looks 5-10.most friends of mine say 5-8,5-9.strangers that met him tell me 5-10.very rare I hear 5-11.5,but I have.and I read 5-9 in 1986.which one is it?
I never met Tyson and that sucks.but he doesnt get the enigma attention he should.in my friends photos he looks 5-10.most friends of mine say 5-8,5-9.strangers that met him tell me 5-10.very rare I hear 5-11.5,but I have.and I read 5-9 in 1986.which one is it?
muta said on 4/Sep/06
thank you boxing4life, that picture is from the segment I was speaking of in October of 1987, I have it on videotape and Tyson was barefoot. It is so easy for any skeptic that thinks he is right to say something was set up or rigged. I still don't understand why people think there is a reason for people to lie about the man's height, it doesn't take away any of his accomplishments.
thank you boxing4life, that picture is from the segment I was speaking of in October of 1987, I have it on videotape and Tyson was barefoot. It is so easy for any skeptic that thinks he is right to say something was set up or rigged. I still don't understand why people think there is a reason for people to lie about the man's height, it doesn't take away any of his accomplishments.
Lou said on 1/Sep/06
Hey boxing4life that picture you have of Tyson in front of that chart is not proof of him being 5'11". First off we don't know what footwear he has on. Who knows the chart could've been adjusted to make him look 5'11". They do all types of things to make you think someone is taller than what they are. If that pic showed him barefoot from head to toe measuring 5'11" then it could be used as solid evidence, but it doesn't.
Hey boxing4life that picture you have of Tyson in front of that chart is not proof of him being 5'11". First off we don't know what footwear he has on. Who knows the chart could've been adjusted to make him look 5'11". They do all types of things to make you think someone is taller than what they are. If that pic showed him barefoot from head to toe measuring 5'11" then it could be used as solid evidence, but it doesn't.
Lou said on 1/Sep/06
I saw Tyson in person when he was training for his fight against Buster Mathis Jr. in 95'. At the time I was about 5'7", maybe a little over 5'7", and I was almost the same height as Tyson. I remember thinking that he was either 5'8" or 5'9", then being surprised when I saw him listed at 5'11". I would go with 5'9" as being Tyson's height, because he was clearly about a couple inches shorter than by stepfather who is 5'11".
I saw Tyson in person when he was training for his fight against Buster Mathis Jr. in 95'. At the time I was about 5'7", maybe a little over 5'7", and I was almost the same height as Tyson. I remember thinking that he was either 5'8" or 5'9", then being surprised when I saw him listed at 5'11". I would go with 5'9" as being Tyson's height, because he was clearly about a couple inches shorter than by stepfather who is 5'11".
samby said on 30/Aug/06
In the title match between Lennox Lewis and Tyson, I clearly remember the commentator saying "Lewis has a 5 1/2 inch advantage in height over Tyson". Lewis is listed as 6'5".
In the title match between Lennox Lewis and Tyson, I clearly remember the commentator saying "Lewis has a 5 1/2 inch advantage in height over Tyson". Lewis is listed as 6'5".
Ujane,Moscow said on 29/Aug/06
I forgot to indicate the reason of that conclusion. I compared them in the film "In The Blue" or Into Blue, I don`t remember exactly.
I forgot to indicate the reason of that conclusion. I compared them in the film "In The Blue" or Into Blue, I don`t remember exactly.
Ujane,Moscow said on 26/Aug/06
So we can make a conclusion that if he is 5-10 then Paul Walker cannot be 6-2.5 as Rob claims! Is it clear? I think certainly Y-E-S! So let`s correct the mistake together))))) (Let you think it is so) ;))))
So we can make a conclusion that if he is 5-10 then Paul Walker cannot be 6-2.5 as Rob claims! Is it clear? I think certainly Y-E-S! So let`s correct the mistake together))))) (Let you think it is so) ;))))
Viper652 said on 18/Aug/06
I figure the 5-11-5-11.5 height was with shoes or boots on.
I figure the 5-11-5-11.5 height was with shoes or boots on.
Danimal said on 17/Aug/06
I say he is slightly under 5'10". That 5'11"-5'11.5" was always a joke.
I say he is slightly under 5'10". That 5'11"-5'11.5" was always a joke.
boxing4life said on 17/Aug/06
editor rob....how is it masked?
Editor Rob
I simply mean, because Tyson is a certain number of inches in front of the height chart and the camera is easily below his eyeline then the line of sight from lense to top of his head and then onto the chart behind isn't really a true reflection.
editor rob....how is it masked?
Editor RobI simply mean, because Tyson is a certain number of inches in front of the height chart and the camera is easily below his eyeline then the line of sight from lense to top of his head and then onto the chart behind isn't really a true reflection.
tenaciousC said on 16/Aug/06
eye-level dude... measure someone lookin up at dem and youve added an inch or 2 .. didnt you see editor robs pic below
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rob is really only 5-10 right rob?
Editor Rob
eye-level dude... measure someone lookin up at dem and youve added an inch or 2 .. didnt you see editor robs pic below
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rob is really only 5-10 right rob?
Editor Rob how dare you...I am 5ft 11.5, just like Tyson, I will go to my grave with that pic on my coffin!!! This picture is PROOF ;-)
nah, remember I am 5ft 8 *on the nose*, that pic was just showing how height can be masked.
nah, remember I am 5ft 8 *on the nose*, that pic was just showing how height can be masked.
JRS said on 16/Aug/06
wow, immature much?
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There's one source you can use. Kevin Mcbride is listed at 6'6", so Tyson looks no taller than 5'10" to me in the pic.
Not to mention "He measured himself in 2005 and declared he was a 'pathetic' 5ft 10"
wow, immature much?
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There's one source you can use. Kevin Mcbride is listed at 6'6", so Tyson looks no taller than 5'10" to me in the pic.
Not to mention "He measured himself in 2005 and declared he was a 'pathetic' 5ft 10"
boxing4life said on 15/Aug/06
blah blah blah, it's proof, wheres your source then if you believe different????
blah blah blah, it's proof, wheres your source then if you believe different????
JRS said on 15/Aug/06
boxing4life, that's no case closed. It looks to me as if he's standing a decent distance away from the chart, so it's not that accurate.
boxing4life, that's no case closed. It looks to me as if he's standing a decent distance away from the chart, so it's not that accurate.
Brad said on 12/Aug/06
5' 11". He liked to have his challengers think he's a 5'8"er and think short but he'd scare them at the bell.
5' 11". He liked to have his challengers think he's a 5'8"er and think short but he'd scare them at the bell.
tenaciousC said on 4/Aug/06
according to larry holmes who fought both tyson and earnie shavers, shavers hit hardest. ali also said it was either shavers or foreman who were the biggest punchers ever. the problem with tyson was he was never really tested in his prime, just like marciano. if both of these guys fought during the golden 60s-70s agains the likes of ali, foreman, frazier, norton, liston, etc.. they woulda been spanked. ali woulda beat tyson along the same lines as buster douglas and lennox lewis, using footwork, long fast jabs and ringmanship. you guys ever read this?
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on the topic of height, remember him bein on 'who's the boss' and wuz about same height as 5-10 tony danza. dat said he looks barely taller than 5-9 michael jackson
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according to larry holmes who fought both tyson and earnie shavers, shavers hit hardest. ali also said it was either shavers or foreman who were the biggest punchers ever. the problem with tyson was he was never really tested in his prime, just like marciano. if both of these guys fought during the golden 60s-70s agains the likes of ali, foreman, frazier, norton, liston, etc.. they woulda been spanked. ali woulda beat tyson along the same lines as buster douglas and lennox lewis, using footwork, long fast jabs and ringmanship. you guys ever read this?
Click Here
on the topic of height, remember him bein on 'who's the boss' and wuz about same height as 5-10 tony danza. dat said he looks barely taller than 5-9 michael jackson
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Boxing4life said on 4/Aug/06
I don't believe it until I see it, - do you have pics to prove you sparred with Tyson? any video footage? now a days I believe Tyson is 5'10"1/2, in his early 20's I think he was 5'11"..he did get into a motorcycle accident a few years ago and hurt his back. By the way, I never thought much of tyson as a fighter, I can't think of a more overrated fighter.
I don't believe it until I see it, - do you have pics to prove you sparred with Tyson? any video footage? now a days I believe Tyson is 5'10"1/2, in his early 20's I think he was 5'11"..he did get into a motorcycle accident a few years ago and hurt his back. By the way, I never thought much of tyson as a fighter, I can't think of a more overrated fighter.
jasper said on 2/Aug/06
Longrob are you one of mikes sparring partners? . How hard does mike hit?. I have heard his power is a bit overrated . I am a massive tyson fan by the way .I would really appreciate a response from you.
Longrob are you one of mikes sparring partners? . How hard does mike hit?. I have heard his power is a bit overrated . I am a massive tyson fan by the way .I would really appreciate a response from you.
Glenn said on 30/Jul/06
That I believe.
That I believe.
tha r said on 29/Jul/06
saw him and jamie foxx together at the mandalay bay in las vegas about 2 years ago....he's about 5'10.5" and jamie 5'9.5"
saw him and jamie foxx together at the mandalay bay in las vegas about 2 years ago....he's about 5'10.5" and jamie 5'9.5"
Longrob said on 28/Jul/06
I boxed Mike for his fight with Mcbride and a few days for his fight with Lewis. He is every bit of 5'10. I'd say right at 5'10.5. When he fought Frans Botha a friend of mine, Friday Ahunanya who is 6'.5 boxed Mike for a month straight. He was about 2 inches taller than Mike if not less. On the whole, Boxers do not exagerate their heights like other athletes do. It is less important than folks think. I have yet to meet 1 fighter out of the thousands of pros that I know that don't give their real height within a 1/2 inch. This type of talk had me expecting Mike to be quite short when I met him. He was quite a lot larger than I expected.
I boxed Mike for his fight with Mcbride and a few days for his fight with Lewis. He is every bit of 5'10. I'd say right at 5'10.5. When he fought Frans Botha a friend of mine, Friday Ahunanya who is 6'.5 boxed Mike for a month straight. He was about 2 inches taller than Mike if not less. On the whole, Boxers do not exagerate their heights like other athletes do. It is less important than folks think. I have yet to meet 1 fighter out of the thousands of pros that I know that don't give their real height within a 1/2 inch. This type of talk had me expecting Mike to be quite short when I met him. He was quite a lot larger than I expected.
Fenix said on 26/Jul/06
I saw Evander Holyfield a few years ago at a mall near where I live. He looked around six feet, but he had shoes on too; they won't let you walk barefoot in malls.
About Tyson's comments on his height: I think what is aggravating him the most is that he is a heavyweight boxer, yet around five foot and nine inches or so. I think it is funny though because he should actually hold himself in higher esteem in an article; he has taken on guys taller than him and won, to show his skill. Height is very overrated; it sure looks good when you are walking in a mall, but there are dozens of fights I can think of in the UFC or Pride in which a shorter guy wins, and often times being not even six feet in height. Many of the fights go to the ground anyway, and in real life there are guns and blades to be an equalizer.
Many guys that I see taller than myself, they are usually lanky.
And anyway, Bruce Lee is a perfect example to sum up everything.
I saw Evander Holyfield a few years ago at a mall near where I live. He looked around six feet, but he had shoes on too; they won't let you walk barefoot in malls.
About Tyson's comments on his height: I think what is aggravating him the most is that he is a heavyweight boxer, yet around five foot and nine inches or so. I think it is funny though because he should actually hold himself in higher esteem in an article; he has taken on guys taller than him and won, to show his skill. Height is very overrated; it sure looks good when you are walking in a mall, but there are dozens of fights I can think of in the UFC or Pride in which a shorter guy wins, and often times being not even six feet in height. Many of the fights go to the ground anyway, and in real life there are guns and blades to be an equalizer.
Many guys that I see taller than myself, they are usually lanky.
And anyway, Bruce Lee is a perfect example to sum up everything.
OnCapeCod said on 24/Jul/06
Stop grasping at straws...stop arguing backwards from a false predication.....he is 5'8" that's it!!!!!! Wake up and smell the friggin' coffee!!!!!
Stop grasping at straws...stop arguing backwards from a false predication.....he is 5'8" that's it!!!!!! Wake up and smell the friggin' coffee!!!!!
Danimal said on 24/Jul/06
I say he's 5'9.5" (my height)!
I say he's 5'9.5" (my height)!
TheMan said on 22/Jul/06
Yeah youre right there rob that height chart thing is not accurate. Id still say he is 5,10 though.
Yeah youre right there rob that height chart thing is not accurate. Id still say he is 5,10 though.
Danimal said on 21/Jul/06
Boxing announcers for YEARS have claimed that Mike's real height is 5'9.5".
Boxing announcers for YEARS have claimed that Mike's real height is 5'9.5".
TheMan said on 21/Jul/06
Tysons for sure 5,10 id still say he's nearer to 5,11 like 180 or near atleast 179cm. He could of measured himself at night lol.
Tysons for sure 5,10 id still say he's nearer to 5,11 like 180 or near atleast 179cm. He could of measured himself at night lol.
Glenn said on 21/Jul/06
Some say Eddie is 5-8.actually most people do.he did appear 5-10 when I met him,but did have a strange walk to him.my friend works at the DMV and said Eddie showed up and looked 5-8.I wonder what he put as his height? why the Tyson 5-11.5 scam then?
Editor Rob
Some say Eddie is 5-8.actually most people do.he did appear 5-10 when I met him,but did have a strange walk to him.my friend works at the DMV and said Eddie showed up and looked 5-8.I wonder what he put as his height? why the Tyson 5-11.5 scam then?
Editor Rob no idea, maybe they saw him against height board and just decided to stick with that figure...I think his 5ft 10 claim is closest.
Danimal said on 21/Jul/06
Well, you've always been wrong Viper.
Well, you've always been wrong Viper.
Viper652 said on 21/Jul/06
Yeah, but Ive always pegged Eddie as being closer to 5-8.
Yeah, but Ive always pegged Eddie as being closer to 5-8.
Anonymous said on 20/Jul/06
Right, so 5'10'' for Mike is final?
Right, so 5'10'' for Mike is final?
Danimal said on 20/Jul/06
Viper, as I explained, Eddie wore high heels in the 80's. Watch Delirious and Raw and you'll see at least 3" heels. If he's 5'10", he was 6'1" with his shoes. If Mike is 5'10" and wore 1" shoes, BAMM, he's still 2" shorter than Eddie in that video. Does that explain it? It does for me.
Viper, as I explained, Eddie wore high heels in the 80's. Watch Delirious and Raw and you'll see at least 3" heels. If he's 5'10", he was 6'1" with his shoes. If Mike is 5'10" and wore 1" shoes, BAMM, he's still 2" shorter than Eddie in that video. Does that explain it? It does for me.
Glenn said on 20/Jul/06
I guess Im 5-11.5 too on a real good day!
I guess Im 5-11.5 too on a real good day!
Glenn said on 19/Jul/06
I remember when I was 14,they mentioned his height as 5-9 in the newspaper.
I remember when I was 14,they mentioned his height as 5-9 in the newspaper.
Viper652 said on 19/Jul/06
Im really stumped on Tysons height. He was measured on that height board at 5-11 1/2, but Im willing to bet it was with shoes on. He measured himself and says 5-10. Kinda makes sense. Though that video with Eddie Murphy is really bizarre, as in some shots Eddie towers over Tyson. How can that be??
Editor Rob
Im really stumped on Tysons height. He was measured on that height board at 5-11 1/2, but Im willing to bet it was with shoes on. He measured himself and says 5-10. Kinda makes sense. Though that video with Eddie Murphy is really bizarre, as in some shots Eddie towers over Tyson. How can that be??
Editor Rob Tyson is no more 181cm than I am 182cm
in that height chart video the line of sight from the camera has to be directly on the top of his noggin for it to be anywhere near accurate...Tyson is noticeably looking down at the camera, so the line of sight is not an accurate reflection of his height.
Here, check this pic below, note the 75, 74, 73 inch marks below green tape at top of this pick...
Full length shot of Rob - the top of my head magically appears near 5ft 11.5.
Case closed, put away your tape measures, ignore any line of sight issues and sleep easy in the knowledge that Rob is as tall as Tyson!
in that height chart video the line of sight from the camera has to be directly on the top of his noggin for it to be anywhere near accurate...Tyson is noticeably looking down at the camera, so the line of sight is not an accurate reflection of his height.
Here, check this pic below, note the 75, 74, 73 inch marks below green tape at top of this pick...
Full length shot of Rob - the top of my head magically appears near 5ft 11.5.
Case closed, put away your tape measures, ignore any line of sight issues and sleep easy in the knowledge that Rob is as tall as Tyson!
Glenn said on 19/Jul/06
Rob and some other guy saw that TV special.I didnt.it should be 2 months back or so on the comments.
Rob and some other guy saw that TV special.I didnt.it should be 2 months back or so on the comments.
Anonymous said on 19/Jul/06
Glenn, I haven't seen that yet. How close was he to the height board?
Glenn, I haven't seen that yet. How close was he to the height board?
Danimal said on 19/Jul/06
Glenn, was that with his shoes on?
Glenn, was that with his shoes on?
Danimal said on 19/Jul/06
Eddie is taller because he wore high heels in the 80's. Watch Delirious and Raw and you'll see what I mean. We're talking 3" heels. I do know that Eddie appears about 2" shorter than Jay Leno without his heels. Eddie states he's 5'10" and Leno states he's about 6'0". I think they're both exagerating.
Eddie is taller because he wore high heels in the 80's. Watch Delirious and Raw and you'll see what I mean. We're talking 3" heels. I do know that Eddie appears about 2" shorter than Jay Leno without his heels. Eddie states he's 5'10" and Leno states he's about 6'0". I think they're both exagerating.
Glenn said on 18/Jul/06
Did everyone forget he was measured at 5-11.5 for a TV special on the myth of his height?
Did everyone forget he was measured at 5-11.5 for a TV special on the myth of his height?
Anonymous said on 17/Jul/06
So Rob, 5'11'' is definitely out of the question? Though we're not sure if he's got his shoes on. The range between 5'9'' and 5'11'' can be really tricky.
So Rob, 5'11'' is definitely out of the question? Though we're not sure if he's got his shoes on. The range between 5'9'' and 5'11'' can be really tricky.
Anonymous said on 16/Jul/06
This video clip shows Mike at 5'11'' in his younger days. Click Here
So even if he's wearing boxing shoes, he's not shorter than 5'10''. What do you think?
Editor Rob
This video clip shows Mike at 5'11'' in his younger days. Click Here
So even if he's wearing boxing shoes, he's not shorter than 5'10''. What do you think?
Editor Rob nice, at last, someone comes up with a height board clip.
The camera is below his eye level and he's a good number of inches in front of that board. Actually, you can argue his standing height (not measured) there is near 5ft 9
The camera is below his eye level and he's a good number of inches in front of that board. Actually, you can argue his standing height (not measured) there is near 5ft 9
Viper652 said on 19/Jun/06
OnCapeCod is funny.
OnCapeCod is funny.
forreals said on 17/Jun/06
JT you just don't get it...that's at least 10 inches! Give Tyson his due! Back off haters.
JT you just don't get it...that's at least 10 inches! Give Tyson his due! Back off haters.
JT said on 14/Jun/06
Boxing Fighter, looks like around a 7 inch difference.
Boxing Fighter, looks like around a 7 inch difference.
Boxing Fighter said on 11/Jun/06
Of topic: Forreals, great reply.
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Is this a 6 inches difference or more?(that guy is 6ft6)
Of topic: Forreals, great reply.
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Is this a 6 inches difference or more?(that guy is 6ft6)
forreals said on 5/Jun/06
OnCapeCod, you don't get it. Tyson was short, so what? That just makes him more worthy of respect. He was the undisputed champion for a decade, he whipped fighters that were taller than 6'5" easily and repeatedly.
You may be taller and heavier than him (utter bulls*** in my opinion).. but face it, he could whip your ass with one arm tied behind his back. He was one of the greatest boxers to ever live, you're just a loser posting pictures of your skinny ass online. I'm just laughing at you man, you got some major insecurity issues.
OnCapeCod, you don't get it. Tyson was short, so what? That just makes him more worthy of respect. He was the undisputed champion for a decade, he whipped fighters that were taller than 6'5" easily and repeatedly.
You may be taller and heavier than him (utter bulls*** in my opinion).. but face it, he could whip your ass with one arm tied behind his back. He was one of the greatest boxers to ever live, you're just a loser posting pictures of your skinny ass online. I'm just laughing at you man, you got some major insecurity issues.
CoolJ said on 23/May/06
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Mike Tyson next to the 6'3" Michael Spinks (and his mannekin of the same size)
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Mike Tyson next to the 6'3" Michael Spinks (and his mannekin of the same size)
boxing4life said on 19/May/06
but tyson ISN'T 5'8". You can't box in 3" lifts, it's impossible you'd break your ankle with all the moving around.
but tyson ISN'T 5'8". You can't box in 3" lifts, it's impossible you'd break your ankle with all the moving around.
OnCapeCod said on 18/May/06
TJ my brother in law plays pro ball he is 6'4" and 320lbs he has a large frame.....Tyson has a 42" chest I have a 52" chest while being 3 inches taller, it's because of his head and neck...just as a 40lbs apbt looks much larger than a Ridgeback until they are next to each other.....it's an impression....and judging from the reaction of fanboys here to the stark black & white truth it is VERY effective!
TJ my brother in law plays pro ball he is 6'4" and 320lbs he has a large frame.....Tyson has a 42" chest I have a 52" chest while being 3 inches taller, it's because of his head and neck...just as a 40lbs apbt looks much larger than a Ridgeback until they are next to each other.....it's an impression....and judging from the reaction of fanboys here to the stark black & white truth it is VERY effective!
TJ said on 17/May/06
And I'll repeat an earlier point. If Tyson is really 5'8, that would make him one hell of an amazing fighter to have kicked that much heavyweight ass in his prime. If anything it would be a reason to admire him more, not less.
And I'll repeat an earlier point. If Tyson is really 5'8, that would make him one hell of an amazing fighter to have kicked that much heavyweight ass in his prime. If anything it would be a reason to admire him more, not less.
TJ said on 17/May/06
OnCapeCod, you have macho issues man. That said, I'll meet you "any time and any place" for an IQ test if you are seriously suggesting Tyson is a small framed guy :-) Or were all those weigh-ins faked too? Of course he may have lost some bulk now retired and not training like in the old days. I don't really understand where you are coming from though. If you peak at 17.5 stone, you may very well have been a little heavier than him, but what does that have to do with anything? Are you now the benchmark by which we determine whether someone has a small or large build?
OnCapeCod, you have macho issues man. That said, I'll meet you "any time and any place" for an IQ test if you are seriously suggesting Tyson is a small framed guy :-) Or were all those weigh-ins faked too? Of course he may have lost some bulk now retired and not training like in the old days. I don't really understand where you are coming from though. If you peak at 17.5 stone, you may very well have been a little heavier than him, but what does that have to do with anything? Are you now the benchmark by which we determine whether someone has a small or large build?
boxing4life said on 16/May/06
I'm not a fan of tyson, just because I know he's 5'11" makes me a fanboy? lol.
next you'll be saying you'd destroy him.
I'm not a fan of tyson, just because I know he's 5'11" makes me a fanboy? lol.
next you'll be saying you'd destroy him.
boxing4life said on 16/May/06
you never met tyson and nice try stealing someone else's pic on myspace buddy lol.
Tyson makes you look like a boy.
you never met tyson and nice try stealing someone else's pic on myspace buddy lol.
Tyson makes you look like a boy.
OnCapeCod said on 15/May/06
I was bigger than Tyson in every dimension except for neck (had me by 1/2 inch) and hat size...every one. My winter weight is about 240-45...my summer weight 227lbs at EXACTLY 5'11". I dwarfed him. Wake up and smell reality fanboys.....here is my pic as of last Saturday. Click Here
I was bigger than Tyson in every dimension except for neck (had me by 1/2 inch) and hat size...every one. My winter weight is about 240-45...my summer weight 227lbs at EXACTLY 5'11". I dwarfed him. Wake up and smell reality fanboys.....here is my pic as of last Saturday. Click Here
TJ said on 15/May/06
OnCapeCod, do you realise how daft your statement sounds? So Tyson is 5'8, but not large in any way. How could a 5'8 guy have a fighting weight of around 16 stone and street weight of more and not have a very large build? If a regular 5'8 guys was 16 stone, he'd be a total lard ass.
OnCapeCod, do you realise how daft your statement sounds? So Tyson is 5'8, but not large in any way. How could a 5'8 guy have a fighting weight of around 16 stone and street weight of more and not have a very large build? If a regular 5'8 guys was 16 stone, he'd be a total lard ass.
Glenn said on 15/May/06
Its all about posture,footwear,angles,and and ground level.
Its all about posture,footwear,angles,and and ground level.
deepestvoice said on 14/May/06
Tyson is a big guy. I mean, you can see his arms and legs are like tree trunks. But I don't think Tyson is taller than maybe 5'9 or so.
Tyson is a big guy. I mean, you can see his arms and legs are like tree trunks. But I don't think Tyson is taller than maybe 5'9 or so.
Boxng4life said on 14/May/06
no you didn't.
no you didn't.
OnCapeCod said on 14/May/06
Tyson is 5'8"....I saw him at length barefoot trying on clothes and being MEASURED FOR TAILORING at Papillon in the mall at Short Hills. Big head,big neck.....that's it. He's not oversized AT ALL in ANY other dimension. The end fanboys just walk away with dignity!!!!!
Tyson is 5'8"....I saw him at length barefoot trying on clothes and being MEASURED FOR TAILORING at Papillon in the mall at Short Hills. Big head,big neck.....that's it. He's not oversized AT ALL in ANY other dimension. The end fanboys just walk away with dignity!!!!!
boxing4life said on 11/May/06
hey glenn, sorry a bit off topic but I got a question...since you seem to know quite a lot about heights...lets say there are 2 people, and one is about 4 inches taller than the other, how come at times they can look close in height but other times the real difference shows?
hey glenn, sorry a bit off topic but I got a question...since you seem to know quite a lot about heights...lets say there are 2 people, and one is about 4 inches taller than the other, how come at times they can look close in height but other times the real difference shows?
TheMan said on 11/May/06
Hmm i don't know it seems an awful lot of trouble to go through just to make him look 5,11 lol why not make him appear 6foot. And anyhow we don't even know what time of the day Tyson measured himself do we or if he was doing it correctly. I know one thing he's not 5,9 5,10 is probably about right. Even in the offical boxing records here which are a relible source.
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He is stated as 5,10 with a reach of 71"
Hmm i don't know it seems an awful lot of trouble to go through just to make him look 5,11 lol why not make him appear 6foot. And anyhow we don't even know what time of the day Tyson measured himself do we or if he was doing it correctly. I know one thing he's not 5,9 5,10 is probably about right. Even in the offical boxing records here which are a relible source.
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He is stated as 5,10 with a reach of 71"
Glenn said on 11/May/06
The thing is though,in my friends photos he can look 5-11.
The thing is though,in my friends photos he can look 5-11.
Jason said on 10/May/06
The height chart could indeed have been rigged and wouldn't suprise me if it was. It's boxing after all lol! Not like a boxer's height has to be verified like their weight, anyway...
The height chart could indeed have been rigged and wouldn't suprise me if it was. It's boxing after all lol! Not like a boxer's height has to be verified like their weight, anyway...
Glenn said on 10/May/06
So Tyson appeared 5-10 Rob?
So Tyson appeared 5-10 Rob?
Glenn said on 10/May/06
So they rigged the height chart?
Editor Rob
what is a possibility is the camera angle could have made him appear taller, but since I've never seen the footage I don't know.
tyson done a photo op with frank bruno recently and I would say Tyson looked near what he 'self measured' at...of course I could be giving frank 1/2 inch too much, he might only be 6ft 2.5, but did look near enough 6ft 3...
So they rigged the height chart?
Editor Robwhat is a possibility is the camera angle could have made him appear taller, but since I've never seen the footage I don't know.
tyson done a photo op with frank bruno recently and I would say Tyson looked near what he 'self measured' at...of course I could be giving frank 1/2 inch too much, he might only be 6ft 2.5, but did look near enough 6ft 3...
Jason said on 10/May/06
Tyson has a huge bone structure, which I think sometimes makes him look shorter than he is. As boxing4life said, he's a freak of nature. He weighed a solid 200lbs when he was 12 years old and didn't even start lifting weights until he went to prison in the 90s.
Tyson has a huge bone structure, which I think sometimes makes him look shorter than he is. As boxing4life said, he's a freak of nature. He weighed a solid 200lbs when he was 12 years old and didn't even start lifting weights until he went to prison in the 90s.
CoolJ said on 9/May/06
Official FightFax Records have him at 5'9 1/2"
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Editor Rob
Official FightFax Records have him at 5'9 1/2"
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Editor Rob they also have holyfield 6ft 2.5, I don't think there was such a difference?
TheMan said on 9/May/06
ok does this make him 5,11 or atleast 5,11 in he's prime?
ok does this make him 5,11 or atleast 5,11 in he's prime?
muta said on 8/May/06
October 16, 1987 on HBO, Mike Tyson then was the undisputed undefeated heavyweight champion and he defended his titles against Tyrell Biggs and the story on Biggs was him overcoming his drug problem. Tyson's story was about his height. People kept asking him how tall he was. In 1987 , the average male height was 5'9", the average heavyweight fighter was 6'1 3/4" and they measured Mike Tyson barefoot as he stood with his back to a measuring chart and he measured exactly 5'11 1/2" in height. I know the people that don't believe are not going to believe it and I can't change that, I'm just stating what I saw and I still have it on tape.
October 16, 1987 on HBO, Mike Tyson then was the undisputed undefeated heavyweight champion and he defended his titles against Tyrell Biggs and the story on Biggs was him overcoming his drug problem. Tyson's story was about his height. People kept asking him how tall he was. In 1987 , the average male height was 5'9", the average heavyweight fighter was 6'1 3/4" and they measured Mike Tyson barefoot as he stood with his back to a measuring chart and he measured exactly 5'11 1/2" in height. I know the people that don't believe are not going to believe it and I can't change that, I'm just stating what I saw and I still have it on tape.
boxing4life said on 8/May/06
the guy looks shorter, look at his bodyframe, he's a phyiscal freak of nature.
most guys in boxing tha are 5ft 11.5 are 154 lbs!
the guy looks shorter, look at his bodyframe, he's a phyiscal freak of nature.
most guys in boxing tha are 5ft 11.5 are 154 lbs!
Glenn said on 8/May/06
Whats this story about the measurment before a match on TV?
Editor Rob
Whats this story about the measurment before a match on TV?
Editor Rob he stood beside a height chart and it showed him near 5ft 11.5
Quad-4 said on 8/May/06
........AND c'mon 5'11?! for TYSON!?
........AND c'mon 5'11?! for TYSON!?
Quad-4 said on 8/May/06
GLENN. Im telling you man, like I posted before. TYSON IS 5'9.5". Look, he claims he measured himself at 5'10". This probably means 5'9.5" in reality. It makes sense, because he used to get listed at 5'9. I can accept the full 5'10" - it's not like I idolize the man, but I have a thing for bean counting.
GLENN. Im telling you man, like I posted before. TYSON IS 5'9.5". Look, he claims he measured himself at 5'10". This probably means 5'9.5" in reality. It makes sense, because he used to get listed at 5'9. I can accept the full 5'10" - it's not like I idolize the man, but I have a thing for bean counting.
Glenn said on 8/May/06
I wonder why I read 5-9 in 1986.and then my friends tell me confusing conflicting storys of 5-8 to 5-11.my luck,I never met him.
I wonder why I read 5-9 in 1986.and then my friends tell me confusing conflicting storys of 5-8 to 5-11.my luck,I never met him.
TheMan said on 7/May/06
Thing is with fighters like lewis and klitcho is i think people are forgetting how much bigger 6,5-6,7 is agaisnt 5,10. Even like about 4 inches is a huge height advantage on somebody. People seem to look past how many actual cm that is and it's alot. They say inches but that can be alot of height when you think of it in cms. 179-178 for tyson to 195-196 for lewis thats a ridiclous amount of height over him.
Thing is with fighters like lewis and klitcho is i think people are forgetting how much bigger 6,5-6,7 is agaisnt 5,10. Even like about 4 inches is a huge height advantage on somebody. People seem to look past how many actual cm that is and it's alot. They say inches but that can be alot of height when you think of it in cms. 179-178 for tyson to 195-196 for lewis thats a ridiclous amount of height over him.
muta said on 7/May/06
He stood with his back against a chart. Hey look, he may be shorter,I'm just going by what I saw.
Editor Rob
He stood with his back against a chart. Hey look, he may be shorter,I'm just going by what I saw.
Editor Rob if I saw this thing, I could comment on how high or low the camera is which could distort what he appears to be, also how far in front of the chart he stands...is there no way of seeing this, it would be interesting...you don't have a digital camera that can record video files do you?
Boxing Fighter said on 7/May/06
He would say he is 5ft10 because he is!
People usually don't "forget" their height, especially a short heavy weight boxing fighter.
He was just honest. I do agree, when you measure your height by yourself its usually not correct, but 5'11.5 is almost 6ft. He was feeling very short: "Everyone in my family is 6ft. What happened to me? I'm tree stump. A fire hydrant". 6ft is ok for him, this is not a half inch problem, don´t you agree?
Editor Rob
on this video the other commenter mentioned about 5ft 11.5, did they have an actual stadiometer and some guy brought it down onto his head, or did he stand beside a chart and some guy looked at it and read the number?
He would say he is 5ft10 because he is!
People usually don't "forget" their height, especially a short heavy weight boxing fighter.
He was just honest. I do agree, when you measure your height by yourself its usually not correct, but 5'11.5 is almost 6ft. He was feeling very short: "Everyone in my family is 6ft. What happened to me? I'm tree stump. A fire hydrant". 6ft is ok for him, this is not a half inch problem, don´t you agree?
Editor Robon this video the other commenter mentioned about 5ft 11.5, did they have an actual stadiometer and some guy brought it down onto his head, or did he stand beside a chart and some guy looked at it and read the number?
Boxing4life said on 7/May/06
when you measure your height by yourself its usually not correct
There was no lift job, give me a break. Those are normal shoes he's wearing, NOT boxing shoes.
when you measure your height by yourself its usually not correct
There was no lift job, give me a break. Those are normal shoes he's wearing, NOT boxing shoes.
muta said on 6/May/06
OK, I am going to put a stop to this madness. I have a videotape of when Mike Tyson fought Tyrell Biggs in October of 1987 and the segment was how big is big? It was about Tyson's height, people were always asking him how tall he was. He was measured barefoot with his back to the height/measurement board and Mike Tyson was exactly 5'11.5". I don't know why he would say he is 5'10", maybe he forgot , he has had a rough life.
OK, I am going to put a stop to this madness. I have a videotape of when Mike Tyson fought Tyrell Biggs in October of 1987 and the segment was how big is big? It was about Tyson's height, people were always asking him how tall he was. He was measured barefoot with his back to the height/measurement board and Mike Tyson was exactly 5'11.5". I don't know why he would say he is 5'10", maybe he forgot , he has had a rough life.
Boxing Fighter said on 6/May/06
Vitali Klitschko is monster giant. It is very easy to look like a small dwarf near him. Everybody bellow 6ft1 is short near a guy like that. But I agree with Boxng4life, there is no "elevator" boxing shoes.
But, this is not "end of story" for you guys?
The guy IS 5ft10. Strong as hell, but 5ft10.
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Vitali Klitschko is monster giant. It is very easy to look like a small dwarf near him. Everybody bellow 6ft1 is short near a guy like that. But I agree with Boxng4life, there is no "elevator" boxing shoes.
But, this is not "end of story" for you guys?
The guy IS 5ft10. Strong as hell, but 5ft10.
Click Here
Boxng4life said on 5/May/06
lol I like how when I make a point about tyson being 5'11"1/2 with 6'2" holyfield they have to say he's really 6'0". Oncapegod, boxing shoes are FLAT as hell.
lol I like how when I make a point about tyson being 5'11"1/2 with 6'2" holyfield they have to say he's really 6'0". Oncapegod, boxing shoes are FLAT as hell.
OnCapeCod said on 5/May/06
BOXREC doesn't measure ANYONE! Tyson is 5'8".....look at him with Vitali Klitschko...he has monster soled sportshoes on and he is still dwarfed by the 6'8" Ukrainian.
BOXREC doesn't measure ANYONE! Tyson is 5'8".....look at him with Vitali Klitschko...he has monster soled sportshoes on and he is still dwarfed by the 6'8" Ukrainian.
Boxing Fighter said on 5/May/06
The man is 5ft10. That article wich Tyson mesures himself is conclusive. He don`t have any reason to lie about this.
By photographs with Tyson, Hollyfield does looks like a 6ft man. Even BoxRec says he is 5ft10 now. It was 5ft11.5.
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That`s it!
The man is 5ft10. That article wich Tyson mesures himself is conclusive. He don`t have any reason to lie about this.
By photographs with Tyson, Hollyfield does looks like a 6ft man. Even BoxRec says he is 5ft10 now. It was 5ft11.5.
Click Here
That`s it!
Viper652 said on 4/May/06
Holyfield looks dead on 6-0 to me. As a matter of fact I saw pictures of him with football players 6-2 Michael Irvin and 6-0 Ray Lewis a couple of years ago, and he looked even shorter then them.
Holyfield looks dead on 6-0 to me. As a matter of fact I saw pictures of him with football players 6-2 Michael Irvin and 6-0 Ray Lewis a couple of years ago, and he looked even shorter then them.
Frank2 said on 4/May/06
"There are no 'height' classes so that form of measurement is not utilized."
Tell me, is their a 'brain' class?
"There are no 'height' classes so that form of measurement is not utilized."
Tell me, is their a 'brain' class?
TJ said on 3/May/06
You're delusional OnCapeCod. Personally, I wouldn't care if Tyson was 5'7. I just know he isn't.
You're delusional OnCapeCod. Personally, I wouldn't care if Tyson was 5'7. I just know he isn't.
Quad-4 said on 3/May/06
I think Rob put said it best, if he admits to being 5'10 then why are you fools out there saying he's 6ft tall! But there have to be roots to the initial 5'9 listings. So, I'll guess tyson's 5'9.5.
I think Rob put said it best, if he admits to being 5'10 then why are you fools out there saying he's 6ft tall! But there have to be roots to the initial 5'9 listings. So, I'll guess tyson's 5'9.5.
TNTinCA said on 3/May/06
The comment regarding Tyson's height never being measured is true. Weights are the defining criteria for boxing. There are no 'height' classes so that form of measurement is not utilized.
Watch some old fights of Tyson from his early career. They have them on ESPN classic. Even the commentators often state that Tyson appears closer to 5'10".
Or better yet, watch the Tyson-Lewis fight from a few years ago. Lewis absolutely dwarfs Tyson. I could easily see 6-7 inches of difference between them.
Look at this pic from the fight:
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Tyson practically has to jump to reach Lewis' head.
The comment regarding Tyson's height never being measured is true. Weights are the defining criteria for boxing. There are no 'height' classes so that form of measurement is not utilized.
Watch some old fights of Tyson from his early career. They have them on ESPN classic. Even the commentators often state that Tyson appears closer to 5'10".
Or better yet, watch the Tyson-Lewis fight from a few years ago. Lewis absolutely dwarfs Tyson. I could easily see 6-7 inches of difference between them.
Look at this pic from the fight:
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Tyson practically has to jump to reach Lewis' head.
Boxng4life said on 3/May/06
how do you figure?
how do you figure?
Jason said on 3/May/06
Viper, just wondering why you think Holyfield is struggling with 6'0''? Personally, I'd peg him in the 6'0 1/2''-6'1'' range.
Viper, just wondering why you think Holyfield is struggling with 6'0''? Personally, I'd peg him in the 6'0 1/2''-6'1'' range.
OnCapeCod said on 2/May/06
You are just jealous of my good teeth! Mike Tyson is 5'8" tall!!!
You are just jealous of my good teeth! Mike Tyson is 5'8" tall!!!
Boxng4life said on 2/May/06
I'm NOT a tyson fan, nice one keyboard warrior, I'm just posting on this site for different heights, you're not a boxer you wouldn't know about HBO.
I'm NOT a tyson fan, nice one keyboard warrior, I'm just posting on this site for different heights, you're not a boxer you wouldn't know about HBO.
TJ said on 2/May/06
OnCapeCod, there is no way that Tyson is 5'8. He's nearer 5'10. Anyway, why would Tyson4life have to find someone else to idolise if it turned out Tyson really was as short as 5'8? If anything, that would make his achievements in the 80s even greater.
OnCapeCod, there is no way that Tyson is 5'8. He's nearer 5'10. Anyway, why would Tyson4life have to find someone else to idolise if it turned out Tyson really was as short as 5'8? If anything, that would make his achievements in the 80s even greater.
OnCapeCod said on 2/May/06
I am sorry Tyson4life but HBO NEVER measures anyone........he is 5'8" with 3 inches lifts he is 5'11". Find someone else to idolize.....
I am sorry Tyson4life but HBO NEVER measures anyone........he is 5'8" with 3 inches lifts he is 5'11". Find someone else to idolize.....
Boxng4life said on 1/May/06
lol, onCapeGod, yeah right. 5'8"???? where did you get this from?
hbo ALWAYS measured him at 5'11"1/2. 5'8" is being an idiot. He's not that small.
lol, onCapeGod, yeah right. 5'8"???? where did you get this from?
hbo ALWAYS measured him at 5'11"1/2. 5'8" is being an idiot. He's not that small.
deepestvoice said on 1/May/06
I don't think Holyfield is his listed 6'2.5. He's probably closer to 6'0.5 making Tyson 5'9 or so.
I don't think Holyfield is his listed 6'2.5. He's probably closer to 6'0.5 making Tyson 5'9 or so.
OnCapeCod said on 1/May/06
5'8" Tyson fanboys......five FEET eight INCHES!
5'8" Tyson fanboys......five FEET eight INCHES!
Jason said on 30/Apr/06
There's also 6'5'' listings for Kevin McBride, so if he's below 6'6'' (which is more likely), that makes Tyson easily below 5'10'' if there's 8 inches between them.
There's also 6'5'' listings for Kevin McBride, so if he's below 6'6'' (which is more likely), that makes Tyson easily below 5'10'' if there's 8 inches between them.
Frank2 said on 29/Apr/06
Kevin McBride is slightly over 6'6": Click Here
He's at least eight inches taller than Tyson.
Kevin McBride is slightly over 6'6": Click Here
He's at least eight inches taller than Tyson.
Frank2 said on 29/Apr/06
Tyson never shrank. He was always shorter. Watch the episode of Who's the Boss. He's no taller than 5'9" Tony Danza. And Danza is 5'9". I never bet on fights, but that I would put money on that one.
Tyson never shrank. He was always shorter. Watch the episode of Who's the Boss. He's no taller than 5'9" Tony Danza. And Danza is 5'9". I never bet on fights, but that I would put money on that one.
Boxing4life said on 29/Apr/06
lol yeah really, it's not like he's over 60 years old.
lol yeah really, it's not like he's over 60 years old.
John said on 28/Apr/06
This is insanity. How the hell can you shrink that much in 10-15 years? Tyson's gotta be his 5'11 1/2 - 6 ft!!!
This is insanity. How the hell can you shrink that much in 10-15 years? Tyson's gotta be his 5'11 1/2 - 6 ft!!!
Viper652 said on 26/Apr/06
In reality Holyfield really is struggling with 6 feet Glen
In reality Holyfield really is struggling with 6 feet Glen
Boxing4life said on 26/Apr/06
yes that's the photo, I thought tyson looked 5'11" in that picture
yes that's the photo, I thought tyson looked 5'11" in that picture
Jason said on 26/Apr/06
I could perhaps see Tyson at 5'9 1/2'', but I dunno. I still think he's 5'10''. His arms aren't very long and he's very stocky, maybe that throws some people off.
I could perhaps see Tyson at 5'9 1/2'', but I dunno. I still think he's 5'10''. His arms aren't very long and he's very stocky, maybe that throws some people off.
JT said on 25/Apr/06
Boxing4life, here's the photo I think you wanted to post of Tyson with 5'9" Marvin Hagler.
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Boxing4life, here's the photo I think you wanted to post of Tyson with 5'9" Marvin Hagler.
Click Here
Glenn said on 25/Apr/06
Yes,soon.thanks!
Yes,soon.thanks!
Boxing4life said on 25/Apr/06
Yo glenn , can u post that pic
Yo glenn , can u post that pic
Glenn said on 25/Apr/06
In 1986 I read he was 5-9.my friend met him a year ago and swears 5-9.but he can look 5-11.tricky.
In 1986 I read he was 5-9.my friend met him a year ago and swears 5-9.but he can look 5-11.tricky.
Glenn said on 25/Apr/06
I have a photo with Holyfield where he looks 5-11,6ft!
I have a photo with Holyfield where he looks 5-11,6ft!
JT said on 25/Apr/06
OnCapeCod, I'm 6'4" and I saw Holyfield at LAX back in 1997 or 1998. He is definitely not a weak 6'1", unless he was wearing lifts.
Editor Rob, I'm starting to feel like I'm one of the few left in this world who doesn't wear lifts!
OnCapeCod, I'm 6'4" and I saw Holyfield at LAX back in 1997 or 1998. He is definitely not a weak 6'1", unless he was wearing lifts.
Editor Rob, I'm starting to feel like I'm one of the few left in this world who doesn't wear lifts!
Boxing4life said on 24/Apr/06
haha 5'8" you're kidding me ....right ?
haha 5'8" you're kidding me ....right ?
OnCapeCod said on 24/Apr/06
Tyson is 5'8"....Lewis is 6'4.5" and Holyfield is a weak 6'1". Tyson wore/wears lifted boxing shoes...he wears lifted footwear out of the ring as well.
Tyson is 5'8"....Lewis is 6'4.5" and Holyfield is a weak 6'1". Tyson wore/wears lifted boxing shoes...he wears lifted footwear out of the ring as well.
JT said on 24/Apr/06
I watched a few fights on youtube.com (great site for videos, BTW) with Tyson and both Lennox Lewis and Evander Holyfield. The boxing TV angle is usually misleading (it's often shot from a level a bit above the boxers' heads), but I can't see Tyson being 5'8" or even 5'9" next to Lewis (6'5") and Holyfield (6'2"). He did not look that short. I'd give him 5'10" but I can't rule out 5'11".
I watched a few fights on youtube.com (great site for videos, BTW) with Tyson and both Lennox Lewis and Evander Holyfield. The boxing TV angle is usually misleading (it's often shot from a level a bit above the boxers' heads), but I can't see Tyson being 5'8" or even 5'9" next to Lewis (6'5") and Holyfield (6'2"). He did not look that short. I'd give him 5'10" but I can't rule out 5'11".
Boxing4life said on 22/Apr/06
NOT 5'9"!. go to Click Here look in the pictures section with Hagler and Tyson. Hagler is 5'9" and don't say he's 5'8" just to make your point.
NOT 5'9"!. go to Click Here look in the pictures section with Hagler and Tyson. Hagler is 5'9" and don't say he's 5'8" just to make your point.
JT said on 19/Apr/06
I'd give Tyson 5'10", with 5'11" a stretch. BTW, I saw Holyfield at LAX back in the late 90s (he was flying to Vegas to fight (destroy) Tyson). I'm 6'4" and Holyfield did look around 6'2". I didn't check out his footwear.
I'd give Tyson 5'10", with 5'11" a stretch. BTW, I saw Holyfield at LAX back in the late 90s (he was flying to Vegas to fight (destroy) Tyson). I'm 6'4" and Holyfield did look around 6'2". I didn't check out his footwear.
OnCapeCod said on 18/Apr/06
ALWAYS announced as Frank2 said at "Five foot eleven and one half inches!"....he is 5'8" without shoes. His head/neck is hyper-abnormally large...but he was not bigger than me in any other dimension except waist while being tailored.
ALWAYS announced as Frank2 said at "Five foot eleven and one half inches!"....he is 5'8" without shoes. His head/neck is hyper-abnormally large...but he was not bigger than me in any other dimension except waist while being tailored.
Editor Rob said on 13/Apr/06
Just throwing down another boxer quote:
Sugar Ray leonard: "I was 13 and 5ft 8, a few inches shorter than I am now". So he has claimed 5ft 10...guess better upgrade stallone to 6ft now ;-)
Just throwing down another boxer quote:
Sugar Ray leonard: "I was 13 and 5ft 8, a few inches shorter than I am now". So he has claimed 5ft 10...guess better upgrade stallone to 6ft now ;-)
Frank2 said on 9/Apr/06
The last Tyson fight I watched which was the infamous fight where he bit off a portion of Evander Holyfield's ear, they clearly stated he was 5'11.5" as Tyson came into the ring.
The last Tyson fight I watched which was the infamous fight where he bit off a portion of Evander Holyfield's ear, they clearly stated he was 5'11.5" as Tyson came into the ring.
TJ said on 7/Apr/06
Tyson was never 5'11.5. That was always ridiculous. I have most of his fights on video, going back to even the amateur days. On a few occasions, the commentators note that he's smaller than listed. 5'10 is mentioned, which is quite possible. There's no way he's as short as 5'8.
Tyson was never 5'11.5. That was always ridiculous. I have most of his fights on video, going back to even the amateur days. On a few occasions, the commentators note that he's smaller than listed. 5'10 is mentioned, which is quite possible. There's no way he's as short as 5'8.
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