Jul 19, 2004 · Still, by '96, Tyson v Holyfield was a top, top level fight. Tyson wasn't quite what he was but was still 2nd best heavy on the planet. Holyfield by then was known for having his ring and life difficulties. Tyson was the favourite but the way Holyfield commanded most of that fight was spectacular.

Sep 25, 2022 · It's because Holyfield was having heart issues probably from Peds, and looked shot in Bowe 3, Moorer 1, fights. But when Holyfield comeback juiced to the gills and refreshed. Holyfields performances vs Tyson 1, Moorer 2. Were arguably his …

Jun 20, 2014 · Mike even complained to the referree about Evander holding but the referree didnt say one word to Evander about it I dont blame Mike for what he did in the ring against Evander, biteing his ear even though it was unprofesional it was justice to Evander for his sucker punching to Tyson and the ref allowing Evander to do so.

Jan 22, 2018 · In 1996, many were predicting Tyson to bulldoze Holyfield and the wrong guy got bulldozed. What should've happened (on paper anyway) is Michael Spinks pulling what Holyfield did and Holyfield lasting 91 seconds into the first round with Tyson. The most I can say is I don't know if Tyson, 1988 or 1991 would've beaten Evander Holyfield.

Oct 17, 2020 · 14:25. Evander clinches after Mike lands a right, it was a weak punch as he held his hand out, but he did land and Evander IMMIDIATLY clinches. Holyfield clinches 14:33. This is Mike’s fault, you literally see him wrap his arms around Evander. Tyson clinches 14.46 – Mike Lands a punch, Evnader wraps his hands around his head. Holyfield ...

Apr 13, 2007 · vs Ribalta 220/326 - 94/325 Difference = 126 punches (10 rounds) ==Chris Byrd== vs Holyfield 252/747 - 102/344 Difference = 150 punches (12 rounds) ==Michael Moorer== vs Holyfield I 341/659 - 194/499 Difference = 147 punches (12 rounds) vs Foreman 369/641 - 229/496 Difference = 140 punches (10 rounds)...course, he lost! vs Mike White 263/394 ...

Aug 1, 2023 · I asked Mike Tyson about that once and his response was "I was the best at that age". I interpreted his response as meaning "I beat the crap out of him". Outside of his prime (post 1988), both Lennox & Evander have too much for Mike Tyson. Post 1988, Iron Mike couldn't put together 12 hard rounds. That would be needed to finish in front of Evander.

Nov 18, 1991 · Holyfield opted to go low with Tyson as Tyson closed the distance, and also step in, which closed the substance quick enough so that Tyson couldn’t get any punches off, Holyfield used Tyson’s quick feet and how he closed the distance fast, Holyfield used that against Tyson with the tactics I just mentioned.

Jul 11, 2009 · Tyson's speed would be too much and the same problems Lewis had against Mercer, he would have those problems times 2 against a prime Tyson who was much faster. 6. Mike Tyson vs. Jack Dempsey- same result as the Marciano fight. 7)Mike Tyson vs. Larry Holmes- Larry would give Tyson probably one of his hardest fights.

Oct 2, 2010 · The single biggest reason why I give Evander credit for his Tyson wins is because those were winnable fights for Mike. He was simply outfought, outboxed and outfoxed. Going into that 10th round Evander was ready for the taking, Mike simply lacked the necessary endurance to pull it off but he controlled the first 2:30 mins and in the last 30 ...