“DOWN GOES TYSON!” 😳💥 On February 11, 1990, James “Buster” Douglas achieved the unthinkable by defeating Mike Tyson in Tokyo, claiming the undisputed heavyweight title. Tyson, with a record of 37-0, was heavily favored, but Douglas entered the fight in peak condition, ready for the challenge. Douglas used a sharp jab and effective combinations to control the fight, keeping Tyson at bay and disrupting his attacks. Tyson, appearing unfocused, struggled to find his rhythm and missed many punches.

31 years ago today, 42-to-1 underdog Buster Douglas upset Iron Mike Tyson 🥊 | ESPN

In one of the most iconic moments in boxing history, James “Buster” Douglas shocked the world by doing what nobody thought was possible: he stopped the undefeated Mike Tyson. Douglas entered the fight as a massive underdog, carrying the grief of losing his mother just days before stepping into the ring, but he also carried her belief in him. Tyson dropped Douglas in the eighth round, and everyone assumed it was over. But Douglas beat the count, came out more determined, and flipped the entire fi