Why Mike Tyson Lost to Buster Douglas - Untold Stories 

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Wow this guy. Such a decent man. Loses his mom. Still kicks ass. And he lost his mother years ago. Guy still comes to tears hell of a man. True champion.

"In fighting, If you are not humble...It will bring humbleness to you"- Mike Tyson

What a great interviewer. The best journalism isn't on network TV....this guy is as good as it gets !! I love how informed Pat is, there are no stupid questions. Man, this guy puts the lost art form of journalism back on the map. It is refreshing to see a journalist tell a story on the content of the story and get the absolute best out of the story by doing his homework and doing the work. Pat has mastered his craft. It's so nice to see the real story being told when an interviewer asks the right questions....too often you see the interviewer trying to tell the story by only asking questions they the feel the way the story should be told. Subtract all the producers and network agendas and journalism is dead on network TV.....This is the future of journalism !!

The pain from the death of a parent never really goes away. It can bring a cascade of tears with a mere thought of it. I feel you buster !! Your tears were my tears

Buster Douglas comes across as such a sincere and humble person....I got emotional when he spoke about his mothers passing.....great interview Pat, as always.

Salute to Mr.Douglas.. This man shook the world in 1990, and can't anyone take that away from him.

Got me teary on his mom's death. God bliss him and may she rest in peace.

How could you not like Buster; What a honest man-his parents did a good job raising him :-)

Seems like just a genuine good guy. Im glad he seems to be doing well.

I remember where I was at 13 years old, sitting on my living room floor with my father when Douglas beat Tyson. Tyson was my absolute favorite athlete and I was crushed at 13. Hats off to Buster, great fight...shocked the world almost as much as he shocked me

Man, he truly loves his mom, even to this day ♥️

Buster was a real underdog. Love his back story too. He need a movie

I jumped so high when he knocked Tyson out, I hit my head on the ceiling. Granted, the ceilings weren't that high, but this was a fight I will never forget.

I met him at his gym in Ohio. What a great humble man! If ever someone deserved a title shot and then the championship it was him. Great guy took pics with my kids and signed shorts and gloves for us. Thanks Buster!!!! You were the better man that night for sure.

Thank the lord this man is still alive to tell his story

Buster was 1st class in a 3rd rate sketchy business. His accomplishment was minimized at the time but we are still talking about him 30 years later. God Bless you champ 🙏 Your accomplishments will live forever

I met Douglas in Columbus, Ohio. A gentle giant outside the ring

Valuetainment putting HBO to shame.

Buster is the Real Deal, i felt his emotions when he talked about his Mom.

YES!! I've been waiting quite some time for an interview like this!! Fellas, this channel is where legit interviews take place 😎🤠

Could you imagine the significance of that belt? To wake up every morning, look up at it and think about what motivated you to get it, how you got it, and who you beat to get it?! Truly, a story that should be retold as a part boxing history.

I absolutely loved this interview. I remember watching that fight. I was the only one openly cheering for him to win. Even after he won and I took an ass whoopin from a room full of my brothers and friends I still was the happiest kid there could be. Buster was,,,,,IS an inspiration and was to me when I was growing up. Especially after he won he taught me that ANYTHING is possible when you put your mind, body, and soul towards training. Thank you Mr Douglas. Losing my ma three years ago he had me in tears when he spoke of his loss.

Buster was in the zone that night. Perfect fight plan.

Valuetainment im the guy who shook your hand in Monaco. Your advice has built me in to the man i am today and gave me the inspiration to make my youtube channel David Wight vlogs. 🙌🏻 thank you

Great interview buster Douglas was a great heavy weight back in the day.. remeber watching his fight with Mike Tyson maybe Tyson could get buster Douglas up on his hotboxing podcast & smoke some weed with him & talk about their fight...

This interview needs for views...fucking legend mate. Your mom would be proud with just the man you are never mind what you achieved. Class

I grew up in Columbus-moved here from Oakland,Ca in 1966. I was always a Tyson fan until I heard Buster was fighting him. I had to go to a local pub to watch the fight as it was “blacked-out” on all the local networks, and when he laid that 3 punch combination on Mike I knew we had just witnessed history. I worked at the university so on the day they had Buster “dot the I” on the band’s famous “script Ohio,” I was at the game and it took me 3 try’s to bust through security on the sidelines, and run up and shake Buster’s hand. (I’m not a fighter but I was a United States Marine and wasn’t going to give up easily) and then, probably 20 years later, I saw Buster again and told him “I was the guy who had security all over me while I was shaking your hand before the game in 1990 (or 91-it was a while ago) and he remembered me. Signed an autograph that said “Peace and Love” (to me) Buster. I treasure that little piece of paper to this day. My son will get it when I shake free of this dimension and he knows this history and glory James Buster brought to this “cowtown.” He’s a fantastic person-still helping disadvantaged youth in our city-and he’s a great MAN. I’ve met Ali too and grew up watching him with my dad when I was a kid in the late 60s and 70s. Ali was great too but Buster will always be “The greatest” in my eyes, just for who he is and what he’s done, and continues to do. God Bless you Buster. If you ever need a platoon of Marines for anything-I will make sure we’re there for you. 👊🏽👍❤️✌️

Buster is so respectful. I love how he speaks about his Dad. Its so sad seeing him still crying about losing his mum.

The man who beat Tyson enough said.

Douglas's win over a prime Mike Tyson is one of the best wins in heavyweight history, it's up there with Ali beating a prime George Foreman!

I was one of the believers! I watched the fight alone at my Aunt's house so I could tune out the distractions and what I knew would happen, happened. I'm from Columbus and my father was friends with Buster's Dad. My dad was very respected and revered and he admired Buster's Dad. We met him at Beatty Recreation Center when we were kids and I can still remember the smell of the gym and how the big brown leather training gloves dwarfed my hands. Buster must've been around somewhere, but I only knew about his Dad "Dynamite" at the time because of he and my Dad's relationship. More than anything, i always admired Buster's intellect and reverence for his parents. The way he describes his parents and their relationship reminds me of how much I revere my Mom and Dad and how my Dad reared me and my brothers. Last week, my son started training with Buster Douglas and believe it or not, I see Buster every day. His body moves a little bit slower, but his mind is still all there - as witnessed in this video. I think he's one of the most fascinating people in the world - ever and I'm honored to have him share his legacy with my family through his work with my son. I don't have many heroes, but he's one of mine.

Buster The Cost of Love we pay with the Grief of a loved one when they pass..The more grief you feel is the more love we gave,, god bless you man,,your good person..

Buster is one cool dude, It's truly amazing that Buster over came the biggest odds in boxing history. Unfortunately, for Buster Don King was involved with boxing during his peak.

Such a great story! Buster Douglas always was pictured like a nice guy, watching this confirms it!

Patrick Bet-David does great interviews. His Mike Tyson and James "Buster" Douglas interviews changed my whole perspective of processing, judging and choosing my favorite sporting competitors.

I LOVED this night!!! I remember where I was, the ONLY dude that wanted Buster to win. I was over Mike Tysons ugliness, plus I lost my mother at a young age an I was devastated. I loved her so much!!! I was so happy for Douglas. I wish I would have only bet on the man. 42 to 1 odds. Great interview Patrick, once again!!!

James is a champion with a golden heart...

Enjoyed the interview, letting Buster tell his story and express his emotions. His story about the 8th round was very funny when Tyson put him on his back and he realized that Tyson was still balling!

Buster is a well read dude. You sometimes forget that it's a boxer being interviewed. I think he will be a great mentor for the youth.

I was just watching a Mike Tyson video and thinking to myself "I wish Joe Rogan would interview Buster Douglas." And then this popped up. Looks like Patrick Bet David beat Joe Rogan to the punch. Thanks for continuing to provide us with amazing interviews with such interesting people, Mr. Davis.

Beautiful display masterful art of boxing demonstrated by Buster Douglas.!I can watch that fight over and over .Buster stayed constantly punching look at him again.His breaks here and there were few compared to other opponents of Mike Tyson.The way Buster put his front foot down followed by the jab.Picture perfect.Beautiful right and left crosses!

I have always liked Buster Douglas. This interview had made me like him so much more. And Valuetainment, you bring top-level content!

I have not been the biggest fan of this channel until tonight. This fight was the most important event i ever had with sports in my life having a deep effect on the way i saw things from there on out. This was the best interview with Buster Ive seen and you did a great great great job. He is a quiet man and you brought life into it. Asked all the questions i hoped for and just really appreciate it. Thank you. Keep on!

Good man right there ! Don't just the speed of the words, just listen to what he's saying.. Peace

Buster's a real man. He said that's my mom. Real men cry about there moms

"It was my mum" life sucks in life so much sometimes. James loved his mom like we all do. Although sometimes we fight and argue and not speak for a few years "Its still my mom".

The Champ! I had the pleasure of serving the Champ lunch on a regular basis over an 8 yr period (2004-2012). At first The Champ was vastly overweight and eating meatball subs and drinking diet coke. By the end of my days at the restaurant The Champ had slimmed down eating healthy and drinking water. The Champ was always with Jon Johnson and they were always gentlemen and treated the staff and guest excellent. Johnson's son is a lawyer and was a regualr at the restaurant . Jon Jr told the owner that he, The Champ, Vince Vaughn and Peter Billingsley (Ralphie from A Christmas Story) had been dicussing a Buster Douglas movie and had shot test test footage. I kind of regret never asking for a photo or autograph from the crew but they knew they could eat in peace and not be bothered. Buster boxed at a nightclub called Screamin Willie's in the early 80's. The Champ was and is very Humble and he has always given back to the community and city of Columbus.

His story should be a movie!

You dont see this too often probably: On the mantle above my fireplace I've got two framed photos. My wedding photo on one end and on the other end this big color photo of The Champ wearing all 3 of his championship belts.. ."Mark: Thanks and God Bless: Love and Peace, James "Buster" Douglas (adds a smiley face below his signature.🙂). Yeah James really is for real...a very good dude.

Wow it shows how powerful mothers are god bless u and all the mothers plz take care of your moms if they still around they are precious people, he definitely won because he lost his mom, u can’t mess with that anger

What a story!!! I got emotional as I watched this. I love all your videos, Pat... but few of them get me emotional. This is one of 'em.

Great intelligent interviewer. Not only asked the right questions but developed a good rapport with his subject, Buster Douglas. The winner then becomes the viewer who gets an informative, well paced,entertaining one on one. Thanks for posting this, the video lived up to the title for once. There are so many disappointing RU-vids out there that make great claims but do not deliver.!

As was the premise of "Rocky" , if "good" works really hard, it can hang with greatness. Especially if greatness is off. And that was the case here. But beyond that, props to Douglas because he really did fight Tyson perfectly. He broke the code. After that, it was easy for others top follow suit.

I love this guy. I'm so happy to hear this from James. Its been a huge missing piece to this story overall in the media in terms of frequency. James was a great boxer. People talk about him so negatively...it makes zero sense. You don't get a chance at the title if you can't throw. Most people would get absolutely destroyed by a featherweight that comment negatively about James. Nevermind a ranked heavyweight.

James, I am hoping you will read this. I watched that fight live on TV and made a record on VHS. I still have the tape. your performance on that day is my favorite heavyweight fight, the greatest performance ever in a heavyweight fight. it is unmatched. also from a spiritual point of view, it is a masterpiece! it is the greatest heavyweight fight ever. I think you did perfectly in Tokyo on that night. you have been prepared for Tyson perfectly, countered all the things that made him effective. you didn't wait and reacted, instead you have been the one who hit first. double jabbed. you didn't stop after you hit him, you kept on punching and then fixed him. you have been a split second faster than Tyson in every action. your mindset and spiritual strength on that night made the impossible happen. you did it for your mom. Everyone was scared of Mike Tyson, but I didn't see any fear on your side. not a glimpse of fear. I am convinced, *you would have beaten Mike Tyson on any day in his career* with that performance. you won because you were better than Tyson has ever been. you won because you fought a perfect fight. that lucky uppercut from Tyson was part of it. you took it as a reminder of who is standing on the other side, who ate countless punches from you, and it told you, to finish him now. therefore you did it 1 round later. You created a miracle. due to incredible spiritual strength and perfect physical control.

The one thing I do know is that on February 11th, 1990...Buster Douglas delivered an a**whoopin. It was awesome. I love Buster.

I was 16 when this fight happened. I was a boxing fan, and had grown up watching Mike Tyson obliterate everything in his path. I didn't know Douglas at all, but I watched this fight on TV anyway, because I watched all of Tyson's fights that I could. I (and everyone I knew) gave Douglas no chance. It was as close to a sure thing I've ever seen. Then the fight started. Douglas made it out of Round 1 which was the usually the end of the line for many of Tyson's outmatched opponents. Then a few more, and a growing sense of 'wtf is happening? What's wrong with Mike?' Douglas was holding his own, which, in itself, was more than anyone expected. Then Douglas got stronger and Tyson faded, and I thought, 'I think Douglas is actually winning this thing!' Then, the world order was restored when Tyson finally connected with one of his lethal uppercuts and Douglas went down. I was impressed when Douglas got up, but figured that it was only a matter of time before Tyson took him out. But, a funny thing happened. Against all odds, Douglas did more then just win the next rounds, he was beating the crap out of Tyson. It was like watching Superman get beat up. Finally Tyson fell and was counted out. I wanted so badly to dislike Buster Douglas for destroying a superhero, but, as the world got to know him, it was impossible to hate him. My hate turned to respect for the feat Douglas had achieved. After watching this, it's clear that Douglas is still one of the 'good guys.' Respect to you, Champ!

This was a most excellent guest. Thank you.

I love underdogs. The Buster Douglas story is special. A great story, a great man. Someone needs to make a movie.

God Bless...Buster, May a soul rest in peace...I'm really took by to what you had to say about your Mom you loved her man...You're a great guy❤

Top respect to Buster. I'm a fighter and present one face to the World, but seeing his emotion talking about his poor mothers passing, it got to me!

Very insightful. Great interview Bet-David

This fight inspired me. Saw it live on tv at 16. 3 years later I had my first golden gloves match.

Buster Douglas is such a humble guy, he is genuinely really nice.

I cried when he talked about his mom. Dam that must of been really tuff. Well at least he took it out on Mike.

I watched this fight live with a friend on HBO. Buster had a look in his eyes that was different than Tyson's previous opponents, whom always looked scared or beaten before the first bell had even rung. I said out loud, this guy came to fight! Then I predicted early in the fight that I thought Buster would catch Tyson. My friend said, No f'ing way. Well, we know how the rest went. Greatest fight I've ever seen to this day and I've watched maybe a thousand of them. I still get the HOLY SHIT!! goose bumps, just thinking about it!!

Great interview. I remember that fight, best fight ever. Memorable

Super interview. Buster is a real Boxing Champ. I didnt know all the uncovered drama was part of being called the World Heavyweight Champion! He's a very humble and proud man. When he stated knew was going to win from his preparation and determination build his confidence. A loyal and devoted SUBSCRIBER.

I love how real Buster is. It is obvious his love for his Mom. God bless you Buster!

One of the most iconic heavyweight fights in history , had an interesting backstory , an undefeated feared superstar champion , a huge underdog , a strange location (not Vegas for a change ) and a shock win , Buster shocked the world that night !

This is one of the best RU-vid channels today. Thank you.

If anyone is interested in getting the in-depth story of who Buster Douglas was as a fighter, and a man, up to the Tyson fight, and conversely the same on Tyson up to the same point, read the book The Last Great Fight by Joe Layden. Such a great read and I came away feeling like I had been there. Great interview - well worth the time!!

Tyson vs Douglas is my favorite fight to watch. Buster became the embodiment of boxing and besides going down in the 8th he fought perfectly.

Incredible interview!! Buster Douglas is a True Champion and Warrior.

Douglas was brilliant that night his footwork his Jab his combination punching his control of distancing was awesome

Great video, very heartfelt conversation of perhaps one of the Greatest Pugisitic upsets contest of "All-Times!" Grace and Peace

Wow this was amazing Pat and James.

I'm gonna love this! At the time I became at instant a Douglas fan! It's a pity that his career turned out to have just one really exceptional fight. But that was an all time great beauty! Thirty years later people still speak about it!

Another great interview! 👍🏼

Outstanding interview, merci Patrick

Thank you for interviewing James "Buster" Douglas :). What he was able to achieve will never be taken away from him. "Buster" sure had to fight for everything he got, but ultimately will be remembered as the man who beat the "unbeatable" Mike Tyson and became the undisputed heavyweight boxing champion of the world in the process. While Mike Tyson remains my all-time favorite fighter, there is no question that he lost that night. The long count was a lame ass excuse. Deep down Mike knows this to be the case. His ego expected him to win with one punch, not Mike Tyson himself. Both men came to fight. It was a far more competitive contest than what it was made out to be by some of the commentators covering the fight. Despite popular belief, Mike showed a LOT of head movement in the opening round, often making "Buster" miss. He even backed Douglas into the ropes at one point to test his dominance. However, when James took Mike's best punches and hit him back even harder, it seemed to get the champion out of his rhythm and then Tyson began abandoning his bobbing and weaving, resorting to clinches instead. The bottom line is that Douglas took advantage of his superior reach advantage to get the job done and the rest is history. Mike battled on like a true champion regardless and showed a TON of heart in this fight. The fact that he even managed to get back to his feet following that brutal "Buster" finishing combination confirms it. And for the record, this historic fight was not won by KO. The referee actually waved it off before the count of 10 was reached, thus signalling a TKO stoppage instead. Mike was up at 9, just like "Buster", but he was clearly out on his feet at that point. I remember Mike stating in a later interview that he would basically have to be killed in order to stay down for good. Anyway, thanks again for sharing this interview. Keep it up and NEVER give up!

*ONE OF THE MOST LEGENDARY BOXERS OF ALL TIMES!!!🥊🔥*

Lovely to see the affection he has for his Mum and Dad even to this day and his perspective on the fight with Tyson and what happened when he lost to Holyfield (his depression between the 2 fights) Great interview

Really interesting stuff! Much love!

This mans story could make a Great Movie. Lots of interesting stories within the story.

I was in 7th grade and my parents had HBO. I bet a classmate $5 (a huge amount for a kid back then) that Buster would beat Tyson. We shook on it and he hassled me multiple times about not welching. He thought he’d made easy money...

AWESOME interview GREAT boxer and unbelievable uplifting story!

Great upload!!

Love this interview buster a great man and humble

Great questions, I watched this fight live back in the day.

What a great in-depth interview PBD; enjoyed

I hope we continue to hear from Buster for a long time! Going to recommend him to my friend who does a charity focused on povertized inner-city boys.

Excellent interview. This guys story would make a great movie

I'm rarely touched by anything yet this man did when he remembered his mom...god bless him and his loving mom

Excellent interview!

BiG I believe Buster's relentlessness fueled by his mom's passing is what ultimately factored in his win against Tyson. Notice 6 months later he didn't fight the same way against Evander. It was like night and day but regardless props to Buster for doing thang 💯

Overall, Douglas landed 230 of 441 (52 percent) to Tyson’s 101 of 214 (47 percent). Absolutely eviscerated Tyson in the match. Tyson said that the Douglas defeat marked the virtual end of his career and in many respects he was correct. He would go 13-5 following the Douglas loss and was never a legitimate top tier heavyweight boxer again.

Wonderful wonderful interview thankyou for this

RIP to my Uncle Rick I Rember back in the 90's he was the black box plug & he put $500 on buster cuz the odds were just so crazy & won big! He bought me one of those big wheels trucks & him self a motorcycle!!! Still got the pics of me riding in it & Rick standing next to me... RIP Rick I Miss you Man !!!