NAMES IN THE GAMES : Ruddock on a Personal Mission

Mike Tyson’s intention to “kill” Donovan (Razor) Ruddock when they fight in Las Vegas next month has Ruddock more eager than ever for a crack at the former heavyweight champion.

“Mike Tyson said he was going to kill me; that it wouldn’t be a fight unless he killed me,” Ruddock said Tuesday.

“He’s making it a personal thing. It’s not about money; it’s personal now. He said he’s going to kill me and that’s serious trouble.”

Tyson is “not 100% and I’ve got to figure it’s his anxiety,” theorized Art Miles, Ruddock’s trainer.

“In the past, he’s been a gentleman about all his opponents, but he’s showing virtual disdain for Razor.”