Mike Tyson’s first big test. Mike Tyson vs Jesse Ferguson. Mike Tyson b**ke Ferguson’s nose in the fifth round with an uppercut, sending him to the canvas. Originally deemed a disqualification, the result was changed to a TKO by the commission. It was the first fight for Tyson to go beyond five rounds. Tyson made his first appearance on the cover of The Ring Magazine in February 1986. The ring size was 16 feet and the gloves were eight ounces. Ticket prices for the event ranged from $15-$40. Fer