Boxing Legend Mike Tyson Admits Fentanyl Use During Career

Mike Tyson has openly admitted to using fentanyl multiple times during the peak of his boxing career in the 1990s, describing the powerful opioid as a painkiller he used to treat a toe injury. He detailed the severe withdrawal symptoms similar to heroin when the drug wore off, emphasizing its potency and illegality if detected in his bloodstream. Tyson's candid revelations came during an appearance on The Katie Miller Podcast as he prepares for a highly anticipated exhibition fight against Floyd Mayweather in 2026. Beyond his struggles with fentanyl and other substances, Tyson is a vocal advocate for marijuana legalization, particularly for athletes, arguing that cannabis is medicine rather than a drug. He has led a coalition of athletes urging federal reform, including the rescheduling of marijuana and clemency for nonviolent offenses. Tyson’s upcoming bout with Mayweather is being promoted as an unpredictable event, marking a significant moment in his return to the ring after years of personal challenges.