Miguel Leon Tyson may not be a professional fighter, but his speed on the pads suggests that the Tyson boxing legacy is alive and well in his DNA.
Despite Mike Tyson’s son Miguel Leon not choosing a career in boxing, it appears that the Tyson fighting gene is rife as he displayed some fast punches on the pads.
It's easy to see why Miguel hasn't entered the boxing world. When your father is a global icon and holds the record as the youngest heavyweight champion ever, the pressure to live up to that legacy is immense. However, should he ever feel the urge to change his career trajectory, boxing remains a very realistic option for him.
Mike Tyson recently posted a video on Instagram featuring a training session with his son, a clip that has since received a wave of admiration from fight fans across the globe.
Tyson noted in the caption that his son is just starting out and is exercising purely for health and fitness rather than a professional career, describing the experience as 'Morning workouts with the Baddest Dad on the earth.'
The boxing community reacted with overwhelming support, with many fans insisting that the young Tyson has what it takes to go pro.
One fan pointed out that Miguel could easily compete with anyone, especially with a coach as legendary as his father. They suggested that if Miguel ever applied the same passion and drive that Mike had, he would be an unstoppable force in the ring.
While Tyson insists his son isn't interested in professional fighting right now, it's a situation that fans will likely keep an eye on for years to come.
Interestingly, Tyson shared the footage as a subtle retort to Deontay Wilder, who had claimed he could defeat any member of the Tyson family.
Tyson dismissed Wilder's bold assertion, but at 54, he proved that he hasn't lost his edge and is still quite capable in the ring.
In a recent exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr. that ended in a draw, the former heavyweight king showed that he still possesses the skill and cunning of a champion, despite his age.