Boxing legend Mike Tyson’s wife, Lakiha “Kiki” Spicer, has decided his days in the ring are over. Tyson, known for his legendary career and back-to-back comebacks, now appears to be facing his final retirement, with Spicer’s strong support at his side.

According to Tyson’s son, Amir, Spicer has been a pivotal force in Tyson’s life and does not support him in any further boxing ventures. Speaking to The Sun , Amir revealed: “My wife says he’s done, they’re a team. These are husband and wife things.”

Spicer’s decision came after Tyson’s controversial fight against YouTuber Jake Paul, in which the former heavyweight champion struggled to maintain his balance in the closing rounds. Although the fight ended in a decision loss to Tyson, many believed Paul had helped the 57-year-old legend avoid a knockout.

Following the Jake Paul fight, Tyson’s performance in the November bout raised questions about his ability to continue competing. Following the fight, Jake Paul stated, “I didn’t want to hurt someone who didn’t need to be hurt.” However, Tyson seemed less convinced about his retirement, and hinted at a possible fight against Paul’s brother, Logan.

“I don’t know if I’ll fight again,” Tyson said in a post-fight interview. “It depends.” Logan quickly responded, challenging Tyson: “I’ll kill you, Mike.” “Then let’s go,” Tyson replied.

Despite the banter between them, Amir Tyson hinted that his father is unlikely to listen to outside advice, even if it comes from family. “He’s an independent man,” Amir said. “If I say too much to him, he’ll tell me to shut up.”

The fallout from Tyson’s last fight wasn’t smooth. Lawsuits surrounding the event against organizers, Netflix and the boxers themselves kept Tyson’s name in the headlines.

With Spicer holding firm and Tyson having recent struggles in the ring, it appears the former champion’s gloves may be hanging up for good. Spicer’s influence, coupled with Tyson’s age and the physical toll he has taken throughout his career, could spell the end of one of the most exciting careers in boxing history.

As fans await official confirmation, one thing is clear: Tyson’s journey from boxing legend to cultural icon has left an indelible mark. Whether or not he decides to return to boxing, “The Greatest Man on the Planet” remains a larger-than-life figure.