Tyson Fury opens up on suicidal thoughts, darkest phase of life and battling depression

While entire world seemingly understands importance of mental health and freedom, WBC champion Tyson Fury explained how he overcame his suicidal thoughts and mand to attain a healthy mental state by battling self-thoughts in past.

British Heavyweight boxer has been undefeated inside boxing ring till this day, but outside that squared circle, Tyson Fury had to deal with several battles. From being overweight, being bullied to donning addiction over drugs, Tyson Fury had his “fight of life” when he overcame all adversaries and returned to boxing ring to claim his titles against rival Deontay Wilder. He recently sat down with WBC president Mauricio Sulaiman and Pepe Sulaiman to discuss how he overcame “darkest phase” of his life.

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Tyson Fury depression: WBC champion Tyson Fury reveals how he overcame suicidal thoughts

official Instagram handle of WBC boxing uploaded entire conversation between Tyson Fury, Mauricio Sulaiman, and Pepe Sulaiman, where y discussed importance of mental health and Fury’s boxing career. In video, Tyson Fury stated how he thought about killing himself during “darkest phase” of his life.

According to ‘ Gypsy King’ he would have killed himself if it hadn’t been his inner voice that stopped him for doing do. "Tyson do t do this. You are going to destroy your family's life, your kids are going to grow with far..." is what Tyson Fury claims to have heard from within when he was adamant about taking his own life.

Tyson Fury has also talked about battling depression in his new autobiography Behind Mask, which has already been a massive success. In book, Tyson Fury explained every adversity he has faced in his life. From becoming overweight and bullied kid to becoming undefeated Heavyweight World champion of Boxing, Tyson Fury seemingly had his journey which inspires millions of people.

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Tyson Fury body transformation, Tyson Fury next fight

Tyson Fury next fight is expected to be std this year against Deontay Wilder for third time. Fury grabbed WBC title on February 22 by handing Deontay Wilder first loss of his professional boxing career. According to ir contracts, Fury and Wilder will go up against each or one final time to settle trilogy contest.

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