If i remember correctly, something like $100,000.
But he got over 10 million to defend against Holyfield.
$225
the fight took place in Tokyo, Japan.
Buster Douglas
37 - 0 (33 ko's)
Buster Douglas was trained by Aaron Snowell for his iconic fight against Mike Tyson on February 11, 1990. Snowell, a seasoned trainer, played a crucial role in preparing Douglas both physically and mentally for the match. Their training focused on Douglas's technique and stamina, which ultimately contributed to his stunning upset victory over Tyson.
In the lead-up to the Mike Tyson vs. Buster Douglas fight on February 11, 1990, Tyson was heavily favored, with odds ranging from 42-1 to as high as 50-1 in his favor. Many considered Tyson invincible at the time, given his dominant performances and undefeated record. However, Douglas shocked the world by defeating Tyson in a major upset, illustrating that in boxing, anything can happen regardless of the odds.
Carl "The Truth" Williams, July 31 1989. Tyson won in 93 seconds of the first round in Atlantic City NJ.
James "Buster" Douglas was 42/1 when he beat Mike Tyson.
Buster Douglas
Tyson suffered the first lost of his career to James "Buster" Douglas in 1990 in tokyo , japan (:
Buster Douglas via Bio. on Tyson in Answers.com
Tyson's first professional loss was to Buster Douglas for the IBF/WBA/WBC heavyweight titles in 1990.