The aftermath of Mike Tyson’s release from prison is the subject of the seventh and eighth episodes of Hulu’s sports drama series “Mike,” named “Cannibal” and “Phoenix,” respectively. Even if he doesn’t feel ready to enter the ring and engage in combat, Don King, his promoter, is working on unbreakable deals for him. He loses his heavyweight title in his bout with Evander Holyfield. Don sets up a rematch, which opens the door for consequences that could change your career. The episodes also focus on Mike’s personal life, including his relationship with Lakiha “Kiki” Spicer and his marriage to Monica Turner. Here is all the information you need to know about the life-altering events that occur in Mike’s life at the end of episode 8 of the programme. Spoilers follow.
Mike Episode 7 and 8 Recap
Mike Ep. 7 and Ep. Recap The opening scene of “Cannibal” shows Don King pushing Mike Tyson to return to the ring after his release from jail. He attempts to dismiss Don on the suggestion of his lover Monica Turner, but changes his mind when he learns that a $2 million match fee advance has been paid. Mike picks up boxing again thanks to Steve “Crocodile” Fitch’s inspiration. After winning the heavyweight title, he is defeated by Evander Holyfield for the same title. Rayna, Mike and Monica’s first child, is born. Mike pops the question to Monica after she gets pregnant once more, and they get married. Don arranges for Mike and Holyfield to rematch soon after their wedding.
Holyfield frequently headbutts Mike throughout the game, which enrages him. Mike loses the fight after biting Holyfield’s ear. Even if Mike tries to defend himself, people start to call him a “cannibal” and a “monster.” Even worse, he begins to worry about how his own kids would perceive him. He frequently uses medications in between, which has a negative impact on him. Mike eventually “pushes her away” after gradually coming to the conclusion that he doesn’t deserve the affection of his wife Monica. The aftermath of the contentious match with Holyfield is shown in “Phoenix.”
After receiving a lengthy boxing ban, Mike ultimately makes a comeback to take against Lennox Lewis. Despite his enthusiasm for the contest, Mike loses the same and forfeits the chance to become the heavyweight champion. His career begins to decline after the loss, and he eventually gives up boxing. His accountants begin to think about declaring bankruptcy when he becomes insolvent. At this point, Mike begins to suspect Don King of being a liar, and his attempts to get his money back from Don fail. When buying groceries, the boxer reaches a point where he must borrow money.
Mike Finale Ending: Do Mike and Kiki End Up Together?
Indeed, Mike and Kiki end up dating. Mike begins to lose the friends he had when he was wealthy and well-known as his career takes a downward turn. Everyone eventually deserts him, with the exception of Lakiha “Kiki” Spicer. In truth, Kiki stayed with Mike for a week following his loss to Lennox to take care of his wound. According to Mike’s memoirs “Undisputed Truth,” Kiki and Mike reconnected after he went drug-free for a while. As shown in the show, Kiki and her mother Rita were both found guilty of stealing government cash at approximately the same time.
Eventually, Kiki became pregnant with Mike’s child. According to his autobiography, Mike started using cocaine again when she was in jail. Milan was born to Kiki and Mike’s first marriage in December 2008. At the time, Mike was having financial difficulties and was even unable to regularly support Milan. But Kiki continued to play a significant role in his life. “Throughout all of this adversity, Kiki maintained her optimism. She was constantly so upbeat, as Mike noted in ‘Undisputed Truth. Mike and Kiki wed in a quick, intimate ceremony at the Las Vegas Hilton’s La Bella Wedding Chapel in June 2009.
Mike and Kiki got married on their own, after the latter began to worry about whether she would be allowed to visit him if he got arrested for using narcotics. But for Mike, getting married to her meant more than just hoping she might run into him someday at the jail. “I liked that crazy woman, but Kiki was making it sound like it was a reasonable thing. In his autobiography, he stated, “I didn’t want to marry her so she could visit me in prison with the child; I wanted to marry her because I didn’t want to live without her.
How Does Exodus Die?
Mike loses his daughter Exodus just before he marries Kiki. In actuality, the four-year-old passed away on May 26, 2009, after unintentionally hanging herself with a treadmill cord. There’s a cord that hangs in a loop under the console and she [Exodus] was playing on the treadmill somehow. The loop operated like a noose and she was definitely unable to free herself, according to police officer Andy Hill, who spoke to ABC News station KNXV-TV. “Either she slipped or stuck her head in the loop. When her brother Miguel discovered Exodus hanging, she was discovered by their mother Sol Xochitl, who reportedly untangled her and transported her to the hospital.
Exodus was in the hospital on life support and had no hope of surviving. In his book, “Undisputed Truth,” Mike reflected on the situation and said, “Losing Exodus was the most bitter and helpless sensation I had had in my life.” “The only thing in my life for which I can’t feel appreciation is losing Exodus. Even if it’s me, someone needs to pay and endure the suffering. […] I often wonder that, if I was there, maybe things would have been different,” he added. At Exodus’ funeral, Mike’s son Amir and daughter Rayna assisted their father. In his autobiography, he stated, “I was extremely proud of all my children being there and standing strong and honouring their sister [Exodus].”