Mike Tyson KOs Michael Spinks This Day June 27, 1988 and retains his heavyweight crown.<br>Mike Tyson KOs Michael Spinks in 91 Seconds This Day June 27, 1988. “Iron Mike” Tyson retains the heavyweight crown in devastating performance.<br>On June 27, 1988, Tyson faced Michael Spinks. Spinks, who had taken the heavyweight championship from Larry Holmes via a 15-round decision in 1985, had .<br>35th bout of Mike Tyson The WBC &amp; WBA &amp; IBF World Heavyweight Championship (Age 21 Fights 34 Won 34 Lost 0 Drawn 0 ) vs Michael Spinks from - Saint .