Few fighters in boxing history have left a legacy quite like Mike Tyson.
A ferocious heavyweight force who weaponised an aura of sheer terror, “Iron” Mike Tyson tore through the boxing landscape with an astonishing 50 victories and just seven defeats, sealing his legendary status by ending 44 of those contests by way of knockout.
His meteoric ascent culminated on a cold night in 1986.
At just 20 years old, he utterly dismantled reigning champion Trevor Berbick in two clinical, brutal rounds, collapsing the titleholder to the canvas with a swift left-hook, leaving Berbick scrambling helplessly, while Tyson became immortalised as the youngest heavyweight world champion in boxing history.
Standing at 5ft 10in, Tyson compensated for his lack of traditional heavyweight height with a compact, muscular frame, a 71-inch reach, and a swagger and intimidating aura that transformed the heavyweight landscape.
Four decades removed from his ascension to the throne, Tyson believes only a single active fighter echoes the ferocious, predatory style that once made him the most feared force in sports history.
“If I had to say someone, I would say Isaac Cruz. He’s short and stubby for his weight like I was, and he comes at you. Cruz reminds me the most of who I was. He comes at you with bad intentions.”
Just like Tyson, Cruz has proved to be a force within boxing, with the 28-year-old having won 28 of his 33 fights, 18 of which have come by knockout.
The Mexican was last in action on the 6th of December, when he faced Lamont Roach Jr, retaining his WBC interim super lightweight title after the pair drew.
Similar to Tyson, Cruz uses an aggressive boxing style, leveraging his small stature to his advantage. Standing at just 5ft 4in, Cruz takes on a crouched posture with a tight guard, making headshots harder for any opponent taller than him.
Cruz will next be in action on the 19th of September, as he is scheduled to fight Nestor Bravo at the Pechanga Arena in San Diego, California, as he places his interim WBC super lightweight title on the line.
For a fighter still chasing the defining victories of his career, this could prove to be one of the most impactful for Cruz, as he faces off against an intimidating 5ft 9in Puerto Rican who has a daunting record of 24 wins and just one loss.
Son of Scott Steiner and cousin of WWE Superstar Bron Breakker may have just seen his brief NFL career come to an end.
Brock Rechsteiner is the son of WWE Hall of Famer Scott Rechsteiner, who is more famously known as ‘Big Poppa Pump’ Scott Steiner.
Steiner is not the only famous wrestler in the family, with Rechsteiner also being cousins with current WWE Raw Superstar Bron Breakker.
Brock played wide receiver for the Jacksonville State Gamecocks until 2025 and went unselected in the NFL draft, but the Tennessee Titans picked him up as an undrafted free agent. However, he was later invited to the New Orleans Saints’ rookie minicamp, where he signed as an undrafted rookie in May.
Brock Rechsteiner Hit With Shock NFL Suspension
Unfortunately, his chances of making the team’s 53-man roster for the upcoming season took a blow after he received the news that he would be suspended for the first six games of the campaign.
News of his suspension was announced by the league on the personnel notice for Thursday but no reason was given for the suspension.
According to ESPN Senior NFL insider Adam Schefter, Rechsteiner is eligible to participate in all preseason activities, including games, and his suspension will take effect when rosters are reduced to 53 players. Until now, the 23-year-old has been competing for a spot on the Saints’ roster.
If Brock wasn’t already facing a tough battle to make the cut, news of his suspension may well have brought an end to his NFL dream. If that does end up being the case, though, Rechsteiner has a back-up plan.
Banned NFL Hopeful Plans to Join WWE
The 23-year-old has already expressed interest in following in his family’s footsteps and pursuing a career in the WWE later down the line. He and his brother Brandon even signed a WWE Next In Line (NIL) deal in February 2025.
“I want to pursue football as long as I can, play as long as I can, but once I’m done, I’ll get into wrestling, too,” Rechsteiner said of his future plans via WDSU-TV’s Sharief Ishaq.
Pro Football Talk has reported that news of his suspension ‘could mean the end of his NFL journey’ and his wrestling career may now become a reality a lot sooner than he had planned.
If he were to join WWE, Rechsteiner would be following in the footsteps of some very successful family members. His father is a WWE Hall of Famer, performing alongside Brock’s uncle, Rick, as the Steiner Brothers.
His cousin Bron is also enjoying a strong WWE career. He currently reigns as one half of the World Tag Team Champions alongside his Vision stablemate Austin Theory.
Manchester City have rejected an offer from Barcelona for midfielder Rodri, with the bid believed to be in the region of €45 million, GIVEMESPORT understands.
Rodri’s future has been a major topic of discussion in the summer transfer window, with both Barcelona and Real Madrid targeting the midfielder.
The world-class Spanish international is undoubtedly one of Manchester City’s key players, but with his contract expiring next summer, they need to make a decision on his future.
Man City reject Barcelona bid
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Manchester City have rejected a bid of around €45 million for midfielder Rodri from Barcelona, according to GIVEMESPORT sources.
GIVEMESPORT understands that Manchester City want in the region of €75 million in order to sanction an exit for Rodri, who has been a target for both Barcelona and Real Madrid this summer.
Real Madrid have now withdrawn from negotiations due to the fact that Rodri wants to join Barcelona before the end of the window.
Barcelona have already agreed personal terms with Rodri, and it’s now just about the two clubs coming to an agreement in terms of a transfer fee.
The La Liga giants are set to make a new offer and remain optimistic of being able to secure his signature this summer.
Coventry City have seen a bid rejected by Sheffield United for midfielder Gustavo Hamer in the summer transfer window, GIVEMESPORT understands.
Coventry City are looking to prepare a squad capable of avoiding relegation from the Premier League following their promotion last season.
Frank Lampard’s side have been active in the summer transfer market so far, confirming four permanent additions since the beginning of the window.
Carl Rushworth – Goalkeeper
Aurele Amenda – Defender
Loum Tchaouna – Winger
Frank Onyeka – Midfielder
Coventry remain in the market for new additions, which is no surprise given the upcoming task for the Midlands side.
Lampard’s men will take confidence in the fact that two of the promoted sides from last season managed to remain in the Premier League, so they’ll be more than up for the task.
Coventry see Hamer bid rejected
Coventry City have seen a bid rejected by Sheffield United for Gustavo Hamer, GIVEMESPORT understands.
GMS understands a new offer is expected and that the clubs are not far apart in valuation.
Hamer has been with the Blades since 2023, joining the club from Coventry. A return could be on the cards if Lampard’s side are able to get to Sheffield United’s valuation.
Hamer spent three seasons at Coventry in the Championship, but made the move to Sheffield United after they were promoted to the Premier League.
