Everybody has a plan until they get punched in the mouth. Then, like a rat, they stop in fear and freeze.
Mike TysonSome people are faster than others; I'm just figuring it out later, that's all. I'm getting smart too late and old too soon.
Mike TysonMr. Arthur Ashe, he was good. I read some of his books. He knew about everything, but he was real quiet and didn't talk much. I never met him.
Mike TysonFighting is all about calmness and relaxation. My appearance was all an illusion. My appearance is of a mad man, but I'm really calm and collected. Even though I'm fighting, I'm calm and relaxed as possible, despite my displays, because once you get excited, you can't fight at the highest level of your ability.
Mike Tyson