Mike Tyson Thought Hasbulla Was a Baby—And He Almost Bit His Ear Off!
**Mike Tyson, a man famous for his wild personality and insane boxing skills, just shared a story that’s almost too bizarre to believe.**
The former heavyweight champion recently recalled a strange encounter with the internet’s favorite mini-celebrity, Hasbulla Magomedov, during a 2023 appearance on the *Hotboxin’ with Mike Tyson* podcast.
Tyson, who’s gearing up for a highly anticipated fight with Jake Paul, revealed that he actually *thought* Hasbulla, a 22-year-old Russian with dwarfism, was a baby when they met.
Yeah, you read that right. The boxer, known for his fierce fights and infamous ear-biting incident, picked Hasbulla up like an infant and started to nibble on his ear.
The footage, which went viral, showed Tyson and Hasbulla playfully sparring before Tyson scooped him up, cradled him like an actual baby, and—well—did a strange little “ear bite” imitation.
It was, without a doubt, one of the most bizarre moments of Tyson’s storied career. But was it the weirdest? Far from it.
In fact, *that ear-biting thing*—the one where Tyson actually took a chunk out of Evander Holyfield’s ear during their 1997 fight—is still regarded as one of the most insane moments in boxing history.
But back to Hasbulla. Despite Tyson’s odd behavior, Hasbulla didn’t seem bothered at all.
In fact, the 22-year-old took to social media afterward to say, “I want to do it again soon, and next time, it will be *even bigger*.”
So, what’s the deal here? How did Tyson, now 58, mistake the 22-year-old for a toddler?
Well, Tyson himself cleared it up during his appearance on *The Art of War* podcast.
“Yeah, I thought it was a baby,” Tyson admitted with a chuckle.
“No, no. I did not know. That’s how I am with children. I’m hugging on this guy, and he’s like 26 years old. I knew nothing at all!”
The legendary fighter went on to explain that Hasbulla’s condition—dwarfism caused by a growth hormone deficiency—had him thinking the young man was just a particularly small baby.
Hasbulla stands at a mere 102 centimeters tall (that’s just over 3 feet!), which certainly gives him the appearance of a much younger child despite being in his twenties.
It’s important to note, though, that Hasbulla doesn’t see himself as “handicapped.”
He has openly discussed his condition, saying: “I can’t say that I’m handicapped. I can speak, I understand. I have arms and legs just like others.”
Still, this didn’t stop Tyson from, well, trying to chew on his ear like it was 1997 all over again.
Tyson, it turns out, has a *bit* of a history when it comes to ear-related incidents—remember Holyfield?—but despite the oddity of the situation, it wasn’t like Hasbulla seemed genuinely hurt.
In fact, the young man seems to have enjoyed the interaction, calling it an amusing moment and looking forward to their next meeting.
But it wasn’t just this strange ear-biting episode that got people talking. Tyson also opened up about his upcoming fight with Jake Paul, which had been delayed after Tyson suffered a medical emergency while flying from Miami to Los Angeles.
Tyson, now 58, is preparing to face off against Paul, who is 27.
Despite the age gap—and the fact that Tyson’s last fight was years ago—the former champ has no plans of backing down.
“I don’t think I’m 58,” Tyson said on the *Art of War* podcast.
“Do you think I feel 58 when I’m fighting these young n*****s in the gym, and they’re bashing me, these big strong motherf**kers, and I’m bashing them back?”
Tyson continued, telling host Andre Ward that he feels like a different breed entirely compared to other men his age.
“You can’t compare me with other people my age because they haven’t been training as long and consistently as me. I’m a different species of human being.”
Tyson’s confidence is unwavering—he believes that even at 58, he can still hang with the young bucks.
He promised that his upcoming fight with Paul will be a “wonderful evening,” as he plans to show the world that age is just a number.
But let’s circle back to Hasbulla for a moment—what’s really going on with this pint-sized sensation?
For those who aren’t familiar with Hasbulla, he’s a Russian social media personality who became an internet sensation due to his unique appearance and viral videos.
Born with a condition called *growth hormone deficiency*, Hasbulla’s condition gives him the physical features of a much younger child, even though he’s well into his 20s.
Hasbulla’s rise to fame has been swift, with fans from all over the world tuning in to see his mischievous antics and his larger-than-life personality.
His social media following is massive, with millions of fans around the globe tuning in to watch him take part in everything from UFC-style fights to hilarious pranks and stunts.
His unlikely friendship with Tyson only adds to the intrigue.
While Tyson’s a former heavyweight champion known for his ferocious temperament, Hasbulla’s the scrappy, adorable little guy who’s never afraid to throw a punch—albeit, a much smaller punch.
This bizarre meeting between two such contrasting personalities left fans scratching their heads, but also captivated the internet for weeks.
So, what’s next for Hasbulla and Tyson? Well, considering the 22-year-old’s comment that their next encounter will be “even bigger,” it seems like we’re in for more oddball antics down the road.
Tyson, for his part, is likely preparing for another bizarre moment in his already wild career—one that could involve a mini-human who might just be ready to give him a run for his money.
Fans of both Tyson and Hasbulla are already anticipating their next showdown, and if history is any indicator, it’s going to be one for the books.
Whether it’s Tyson’s legendary unpredictability or Hasbulla’s irrepressible charm, one thing is certain: we can’t get enough of these two.
As Tyson continues his fight preparations, it remains to be seen whether the boxer’s age will affect his ability to throw punches in the ring—or if his ear-biting antics will make a comeback.
Whatever happens, fans know one thing for sure: Tyson’s bizarre moments are never over, and with Hasbulla in the mix, you never know what kind of insanity will unfold next.
Stay tuned for what’s sure to be a headline-grabbing sequel to the strangest fight we never saw coming.
One thing’s for certain—*the fight for the ages* may just have a new contender: an internet sensation with a face only a mother could love, and an ear that’s lucky it didn’t get chomped!