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This fight was an absolute spectacle, not just for witnessing Big George, at the ripe age of 48, showing us what he was made of, but also for the ludicrous, ballsy decision that basically sent George Foreman into retirement. To truly grasp the magnitude of this crazy story, let's rewind to where it all began. So, make sure you stick around till the end of this video, and don't forget to smash that like button, my friends.

Larry Holmes was like a cold-blooded predator, stalking his prey. Larry was a towering and skilled boxer without any glaring weaknesses. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches with an 81-inch reach, he could hit hard, showcased technical and tactical versatility, and moved with finesse. However, Holmes' main weapon was his jab. This sharp and lightning-fast lead punch was honed to perfection and is regarded as one of the best in boxing history. This is the tale of Larry Holmes, known as the "Easton Assassin." So, grab a seat, because it's gonna be damn fascinating, and don't forget to hit that like button – it'll help more folks catch this video. #larryholmes #boxing #historyofboxing

In this video, we are going to watch and review the 1991 Larry Holmes vs. Butterbean fight. This is one of the most famous heavyweight matches of all time and it will leave you wondering how Holmes was able to win. If you're a fan of boxing, then you need to watch this match! It's one of the most exciting and dramatic heavyweight matches you'll ever see. You'll learn about Holmes' tactics and how he was able to win against one of the best boxers of all time. After watching this video, you'll have a better understanding of this legendary match!

This story took place in the distant year of 2002 when, at the age of 52, Larry Holmes had his final bout against a cult hero, the one and only "King Of The Four Rounders" - Eric Esch, better known as Butterbean, thus concluding his career on a high note, as he rightfully earned. Alongside Larry Holmes' greatest moments in his career as a heavyweight world champion from 1978 to 1985, retiring with a record of 69 wins and 6 losses, including 44 victories by knockout, there were some crazy episodes. Today, I'll tell you about one of them - how Larry Holmes faced off against a real 350-pound knockout machine.

Julio Cesar Chavez is the most renowned and greatest boxer from Mexico, but as often happens, after suffering a serious defeat, he was unable to regain his former form. Today we will talk about the legendary fight that buried the career of Julio Cesar Chavez, and we will also reveal all the details of the famous fight against Oscar De La Hoya - one of the scandalous fights of 1996.

Today, I will tell you about precisely such a fight when Holyfield decided to risk it all and conquer the heavyweight division. About the bout that was dubbed the heavyweight fight of the decade. About the bout that changed the destiny of Evander Holyfield, elevated him to new heights, and turned him into the perfect fighter. About a bout consisting of ten grueling rounds when fighters exchanged fierce blows. We'll talk about the brutal confrontation between Evander Holyfield and Michael Dokes.

In April 2000, Lennox Lewis was still haunted by the ghost of the former heavyweight champion, Mike Tyson. Despite his numerous impressive victories, doubts about his status lingered in the eyes of some. And then, a new threat emerged on the horizon - Michael Grant, a massive boxer weighing around 200 kilograms, capable of easily overpowering his opponent. This bout promised to be a clash of titans, a test for Lewis that could either reaffirm his claim to the throne or relegate him to the shadows of past champions. Today, we will talk about the brutal battle between Lennox Lewis and Michael Grant. A battle that left the boxing world breathless. Because that evening, we witnessed not just another knockout, but one of the most impressive and ruthless knockouts in Lennox Lewis's career.

This story dates back to the year 1986, at the legendary Madison Square Garden arena. A young Iron Mike squared off against the boxer Mitch Green, who was known for being a leader of one of the New York gangs. However, the climax of this tale extended far beyond the boxing ring, leading to a brutal street fight in Harlem. The aftermath: Tyson with a broken arm, and Green with a swollen shut eye, bruises on his face, and an unpleasant cut on his nose. So, be sure to watch this video until the end and don't forget to hit the like button.

Before Julio Cesar Chavez and now Canelo Alvarez, there was a great rising Mexican fighter who captured the hearts and minds of Mexicans and boxing fans around the world. Armed with a devastating right hand, elusive movement and a big heart, Salvador Sánchez was one of the greatest boxers from his country to ever enter a ring and who in the opinion of many experts, had he not tragically lost his life at an early age, would have become the greatest featherweight of all time. This is the story of Salvador Sanchez, nicknamed "The Invincible Eagle".

It was a brutal confrontation between two tough punchers with tragic fates, in which Valero not only met tough opposition in the person of Vicente Mosquera, but was knocked down for the first time in his career! Today I propose to return to the heading “Infernal Round” that you love and recall one of the most difficult fights in the career of this beast. The Darkest Secret and Tragedy of Edwin Valero https://youtu.be/W7hcOn_hBZU

Back in his younger years, Mike Tyson was a true beast in the ring, but he rarely harbored personal animosity towards his opponents. Tyson always put on a show before a fight and sometimes even engaged in off-ring scuffles. However, after the battles, Iron Mike would always transform into a caring sportsman, extending a helping hand to his defeated opponents. But there was one boxer he despised! That boxer was tyrell biggs vs mike tyson. Unfortunately, their tale of animosity did not have a happy ending. Today, we will find out what happened to the boxer whom Mike Tyson held such disdain for and how their feud concluded.

In the mid-90s, Prince not only won in a rather unusual manner for featherweights - with chic knockouts, but was simply a fan favorite: he combined boxing, humiliation of an opponent and playing in public, enchantingly appearing in the ring. By the end of the decade, Hamed almost single-handedly dominated the featherweight division, but to consolidate the status of a real star, he lacked the most small thing - to conquer America. On December 19, 1997, in New York at Madison Square Garden, his debut against Kevin Kelley turned out to be incendiary - two punchers staged a carnage with 6 knockdowns in 4 rounds.

The confrontation between Corrie Sanders and the Klitschko brothers has become one of the brightest events in modern boxing history. Although it all started quite calmly and casually...

Riddick Bowe is remembered as one of the greatest heavyweight fighters in boxing history. In his illustrious career that spanned from 1989 to 2008, Bowe lost just once in 45 fights. Big Daddy Bowe seemed to have all the tools. A big man with enormous natural strength. He could box well on the outside and was great even on the inside. He reached incredible heights, but his triumph was overshadowed by a number of circumstances. This is a story about Riddick "Big Daddy" Bowe.

He combined a bright image, a high level of boxing and the ability to promote the fight with his own participation. David Haye has a lot of achievements and interesting fights, but today I want to talk about a crazy day that forever inscribed his name in the history of boxing. We are talking about the confrontation, which the media dubbed the battle "David vs Goliath". The fate of the fight for the WBA world boxing title was decided by the last 12th round. Not even the whole round, but a few seconds at the beginning of the third minute of the fight. Before that, it seemed that the giant Nikolai Vluev, who had been chasing Haye around the ring for more than half an hour, would still win on points. However, it happened differently.

Many believed that Mike Tyson was no longer the same after a three-year sentence, and his fights had become primitive. But let's check if this was actually the case. Today we will once again return to the best knockouts of Iron Mike after his release from prison, and you will see that this gangster had something to show then, and he was able to surprise everyone.

40 years ago, Luis Resto and Billy Collins Jr. had one of the most scandalous fights in the history of boxing. Collins, known as "Irish" was poised to add another victory to his impressive record. However, his opponent displayed unprecedented cruelty: Resto's devastating blows not only deprived Collins of any chance of winning, but also put his own life at risk. Today, we will revisit this tragic story in which Billy Collins Jr. paid the highest price — his life and a shattered career. We will uncover all the details of this horrific deception and egregious violation that shook the world of sports.

Often the children of great athletes, celebrities are doomed to be in the shadow of their parents all their lives. They set the bar so high that children have no chance to even closely compare with their older generation. But this is clearly not about the daughter of the legendary Muhammad Ali - Laila "She Bee Stingin" Ali. Her story is one that shatters expectations and proves that greatness can indeed be inherited, but also forged through one's own relentless pursuit of excellence.