Win, lose or draw, it takes huge balls to face Tyson.

Peter McNeeley deserves enormous credit for the way he approached Mike Tyson in the ring as does his corner for throwing in the towel when they saw their man was hurt.

Nobody ever dared to go at Tyson like this. Unbelievable bravery.

Mad respect to you Peter for having the courage to bring the fight to Tyson & showing respect at the same time. It would be cool to see you on Mike Tyson’s podcast

Could see the effect of years of fighting to boxers like the hurricane by the way they speak. Brutal sport. Only few minutes on the ring, everlasting effect

Pressing Mike was honestly the best strategy you could have, the bully never likes being bullied. At the beginning you can see Tyson was slightly shocked at the fact somebody was literally sprinting across the ring at him. The stones it took

Most people would be to scared to fight Tyson

I always respect a man who can admit when he was beat. McNeely you had the heart of a Lion, but Mike Tyson was just a Beast! you faced hi like a Champ.. Youre a good man

Respect no matter the outcome id never fight tyson

Respect to you hurricane.. You showed no fear and a big heart.. Regardless of the result you gained so many fans around the world that respect and love you.

Whoever steps into a boxing ring, regardless of the opponent. Is a warrior. Win, lose or draw. You showed great courage. May God bless you brother.

The only fuckn fighter that ever came directly at tyson to FIGHT . fighting to WIN. Not like the other guys fighting to 'not lose' respect champ!

Huge respect for taking it to Tyson like that. What a humble guy..

Oh Peter, it hurts my heart to hear you speak. You're a good man and I wish you had chosen a different career. All the best to you ❤️

My favorite part of this fight was in the beginning when you're going back and forth and Mike Tyson is following you with his eyes. That would make a great gif!!

Mad respect for this guy. And he had more balls than all of us to face Tyson one on one.

I remember watching it on PPV in my living room, packed with friends, and saying "no one has ever backed mike tyson up like this.." You gotta give McNeely his respect!

Peter fought hard with a lot of heart. He's a funny guy too, I liked his Pizza Hut commercial.

Thank you so much for making these videos! All the respect in the world! We all think that you are awesome for doing this!

Those were the days!!! I remember this hole ride !!! Thanks for the great memories!!

Well done Peter. You're clearly a tough and courageous man. Nobody can take that away from you. Outgunned with a slim chance of success but didn't back down. It's the Irish way. Respect from Ireland.

I saw a compilation of all of Tysons knockouts and this dude was the only one to fight the scariest heavyweight of all time with no fear. Total respect.

thank you so much for sharing your thoughts about this moment, i was really curious how you felt about it! much respect to you! All the best with everything you do in the future! 🥰

I saw this Fight and was so proud that Peter even if only for a few seconds went toe to toe with this behemoth of a monster puncher...that's the definition of -- ❤️---. From Brooklyn NY.... SaLute to you sir.......!!!!!

Oh poor peter you thought prison reduced tyson's power.

Great video, sure did clear up the phantom punch. Much respect to you Mr. McNeeley, you went out there and brawled!

I met you in Marco Island, FL not long after the Tyson fight when I was a valet at 19. You were cool as hell with every one of us employees and we had a blast meeting you. I always enjoyed watching and rooting for you from that day on. Glad to see you’re happy. Here’s to you.

You can tell Petter and Mike Tyson have extreme love and respect for the art of boxing not the sport .

Peter, you’re one of my favorite boxers. The heart you have is undeniable. You were a wild rooster.

Living legend! Thanks for telling us the story of this fight!

Awesome insights on this fight. Thank you!

Thank you Peter for everything you gave us fans. I just found out about the channel, gonna try to spread the word. Keep up the videos.

This man has balls! Mad respect.

A lot of heart this guy

I like Peter McNeeley - he was obviously being offered as cannon fodder for Tyson's comeback and he knew it BUT he came to fight and he tried his best. Plainly there was a gulf in class but you can't doubt McNeeley's heart or determination. This man's for real.

Mad respect! Hope youre having a great life Pete!

It takes a man to admit he didn't have it to stick in the fight. Peter much respect to you brother.

All respect to Peter, guts to go after Tyson right away! Humble,good guy,respects fellow fighters. Blessings for good health to Peter!

If I was going into battle, I'd be happy to have this man by my side

I love this man, respect

Great work Peter I'm with you all the way and a Boston guy for life. Crazy thing is us Boston people are known throughout the country for some being crazy but most of all loyal people to our family and friends!! Be well and have a good one brotha!

You put on a great show my McNeely. It’s solidified in boxing history. Love your heart, and your honesty.

we'll all always remember this fight brotha. mad respect

This was the fight that started my love for boxing at 5 years old

Mate I remember watching that as young guy,, thank you for the memories, I always wondered what you said after the fight, you seemed respectful and loved the moment regardless of the decision

Thanks for the video, Peter

Love you brother man miss ya bud it was great helping you out at the gym . Hope all is well. Rocky

I remember watching this fight at a friend’s place, a few-hours before I played a show in Seattle. You were up against so-much that night & you stood in-there and took shots from the greatest of all time. Period. You’re one of the bravest men who’s ever lived. Nothing but respect and good wishes for your future.

100% respect. No one else was there to fight him at that time. He put his hand up. FULL RESPECT

Peter is a good man with a good heart who loves his family. I like.

Nothing but love and respect for you Pete you already know ✍🏾💪🏾

thats a very big man speaking in this video. most fighters couldnt make a video like this. tremendous individual here. only good fortune to you peter!

Much respect Peter you got the shot of the biggest fight in world. Just to step through those ropes against Mike Tyson, one of the genuine all time greats is one hell of an achievement. You tried your best FairPlay to you. All the best to you.

Win lose or draw, that was badass running straight at and attacking Tyson. Respect!

I really love this guy. You're one brave man. So much respect for you.

Got to give this man his respect putting his life down for a payday I bet he helped his family out with that pay, much love from Manchester UK Peter Mcneely!

Nothing but respect. Legend!

Much respect for your honesty and courage 👏 🙏

Good stuff brother, you did well to.stand and fight him . No one can take that away from you

Hi Peter, before the Tyson fight, me and my brother met you at the Tropicana pool in Vegas. We said our hometown is rooting for you, they even had banners in your name. I said it’s time, you have to do it, it has to be by knockout. You knew what you had to do. You did your best. That first round you wrapped Tyson in a Cocoon of Horror! Love live Peter McNeeley !

Total respect for you, Peter, you are a true gentleman with balls of steel

That Tyson stare down at the beginning of the fight where he is following you with his eyes back and forth . Classic bad ass that dude was savage back then . You were in the ring with that briefly. Respect !

RESPECT! Your style made the fight more exciting. I loved how you went right after it.. No time for theatrics lol

I loved this fight so much cause I boxed out of the same gym as Peter for many yrs south shore boxing. His trainer Vinni was always giving me pointers wich was amazing cause I was just a young teen but Peter was a god in our gym and I’ve seen him fight many times as I helped set up the rings for events he’d fight in he put away a lot of tough guys . Even though he didn’t beat Tyson you knew he was not afraid of anyone when he came running out of his corner to be honest if you watch it I think it took Tyson bye surprise too . No one can ever take that away from you Pete you fought Tyson who is the most devastating knock out puncher that’s ever done it. And you took it to him. Even though I was a young nobody Peter was always nice to me and would actually take time to talk to me if we were in the locker room I was proud that you made it to that level

Peter your wrap youbin my cocoon of horror has to be ine if the best quotes ever you went in there and showed no fear like every other guy did and briught the fight to him not many people can say they fiught a legend congratulations you BEAST

Wow, such a great last statement there. God bless you, Peter!

I got a lot of respect for this Brother,Big pete💯💯

My Respect to you sir... You fought Tyson like a beast 🔥👏🏻

This guy gives me so much motivation in life

Amazing courage on your part.

i watched this whole thing at 15 years old from beginning to end. since you guys signed for the idea. nobody wanted you to knock tyson out more than me 😆. i wasnt dissapointed of the outcome. its mike tyson lol. and you went at him hard. surprisingly fearless. it was definitely an awesome thing to see you do man. later when you fought butterbean same thing. i was on your side.

You had heart man, most men would of stayed down and gave up. Top 10 favorite match up of all time! I wish the best for you brother!

Still impressed with your performance to this day, kudos to you brother 🙌

good video man

That stare from Mike tell you everything. That guy is a Warrior. Calculating how moves before he even start

Respect At least you can say you shared the ring with Iron Mike Tyson Greatest boxer from the 80,$ and with Ali greatest of all time . My cousin fought Mike in 1999 Got knocked out in 5 th round

You faced Tyson with a huge courage! You deserve all credits. It was a short but great battle!

Thanks Pete, your a champ.

Seeing this as an adult is wildly different than what I remember as a kid (also from Medfield Mass) I had forgotten this was Tyson’s first match out of prison. Took some serious guts! Have you spoken with Tyson since?

..respect Mr McNeely on behalf of New Zealand 🇳🇿

McNeeley was full of courage and his recollection, is spot on, no one ever went straight at Tyson. Peter was the first and last fighter to attempt that strategy

Man a boxing career takes its toll.

Respect for you getting into the ring with Tyson and going right at his ass!! The pride you had to pop back up on both knockdown also speaks volumes! Glad you can admit defeat and that your trainer made the right decision. You should be proud!

He’s only 52 and he looks finished, boxing really is too brutal to be legal man, I know we love the fight game but it can’t be right

Great fight man

You are so funn, all do respect.

Once I reached an expert level which took from age 16 to 35 is when I stopped training watching tysons technique and knowing what it takes to display that skill is nothing short of fucking mind blowing and Peter huge respect for even stepping in there past the staredown let alone fight I wish you a healthy rest of your life

Peter will always be one of my favorites. He wasn't scared to mix it up with power punchers. Would loved to see Peter McNeely vs. Tommy Morrison.

Hope all is well man!!

You came to fight. Much respect

🔥🔥🔥

I think Pete would play a good Don Corleone and a godfather remake.

you're the man!!

It’s very honorable what you said , I really respect you now . You lost but you were a honest Man about it . Thank You Sir

Very Humble, honorable and respectable interview by Peter. Salute to him

As short as this fight was, it remains one of my all time favorite Mike Tyson related fights :). A lot of this has to do with you going toe-to-toe with Mike Tyson from the get go, giving boxing fans that "oh shit, he's actually going for it!" moment. Sure, you took a serious gamble there, but it made the fight that much more exciting as a result! Mark Young, Reggie Gross and Trevor Berbick also attempted to bring the fight to Mike, but not as dramatically as you did :). That AWESOME staredown between you two before the opening bell is easily the most memorable/enjoyable in boxing history! I love how you laughed off Mike's intensity, especially since he is all about intimidation and you were having absolutely none of those bullshit mind games before the bell hahaha! The only one that made me laugh more, but in the making fun of sense, was when Lennox Lewis REFUSED to blink against Shannon Briggs from before the time each fighter was introduced by Michael Buffer, all the way up until the instructions from referee Frank Cappuccino hahaha! It was SO forced in comparison to the truly badass staredown that you were involved in :). Anyway, thank you for the memories, Peter! All the best to you and your family! Keep it up and NEVER give up!

Great speech. A lot of heart to get back up from that.

💯% respect to you Sir. I didn't see you lose

Legends

You are the Balboas real life, with a brave heart ,great humor and respect. Obrigado pela sua história, guerreiro de valor ao boxe!