Everybody can remember the 1997 incident where he literally took a bite out of Evander Holyfield's ear during the WBA Heavyweight Title, that he ultimately lost. This turn of events in the 11th round eventually led him to lose his boxing license, which he retrieved some 15 months later. A late punch thrown after the bell resulted in Norris getting his knee injured and forcing the fight into a no contest decision. But although his reputation in the US became somewhat tainted, he remained a man of much attraction at the box office. The thing that makes Tyson so appealing to fans and promoters is the fact that he has that willingness to seek and destroy anything that appears before him.
People love to see men lose control and use their primal instincts to defend themselves in the ring.
When Tyson bites an ear or throws a late punch, it shows that he really wants to win a fight, albeit in a non-professional way, but entertaining nonetheless. He understands that he is not there to make friends, but rather fight to kill and win, which is what fans love about him. I have never cared about the public. I enjoy doing this. I enjoy hurting people.