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The limited series sparked controversy before it even premiered.

Regardless, critics didnt exactly giveMikeraves either.

That was hardly the only controversy the miniseries endured throughout its run.

Trevante Rhodes as Mike Tyson and Russell Hornsby as Don King in ‘Mike’ via Hulu’s press site

Later, as the shows Aug. 25 premiere date drew closer, the boxerblasted the series againon social media.

Dont let Hulu fool you, he wrote via Instagram on Aug. 6.

I dont support their story about my life.

Trevante Rhodes as Mike Tyson in ‘Mike’ via Hulu’s press site

Its not 1822, its 2022.

They stole my life story and didnt pay me.

To Hulu executives Im just a n they can sell on the auction block.

I would hope that if he watches it that he would change his opinion.

Meanwhile,showrunner Karin GisttoldEntertainment Weeklyin June thatMikeis not meant to glorify the boxers life.

While some reviewers dont quite agree, it seems likeMikewas never destined for a comeback anyway.

source: www.bustle.com