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From earning Sh42 billion to bankruptcy – The story of Mike Tyson’s career

Deontay Wilder v Tyson Fury - WBC Heavyweight Title - The Grand Garden Arena at MGM Grand, Las Vegas, United States - February 22, 2020 Former boxer Mike Tyson before the fight [REUTERS/Steve Marcus]

Mike Tyson earned more than $400million (£320m) during his heavyweight career - but he filed for bankruptcy after spending every penny.

The former world champion was the most entertaining and controversial fighter of his generation.

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