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• Canelo vs Crawford Evokes Sugar Ray Leonard’s Golden Era

Pitching fighters of the moment versus icons of the past was once the lifeblood of boxing debate. A cynical observer, viewing the inertia which strangles careers and divisions in the present day, could suggest the stars of the modern era should fight their own contemporaries before fans contemplate their prospects versus the heroes of yesteryear. Terence Crawford, moving up from Welterweight to bo...2025
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• Larry Holmes Is An All Time Great Heavyweight But Resurfaced Fight Shows Him Dominated In 1 Round

is widely considered to be one of the greatest heavyweights to have ever graced the sport. Known as ‘The Easton Assassin’, Holmes’ storied professional career began back in 1973 and would go on to span across four decades up until his retirement in 2002. He reigned as the world heavyweight champion for seven years between […]...2025
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• Larry Holmes Settles The Muhammad Ali vs Mike Tyson Debate After Facing Both: “He’d Get KO’d”

has revealed his verdict on a fantasy showdown between former rivals and . Known as ‘The Easton Assassin’, Holmes rose to fame during the 1970s where he would become the world heavyweight champion in 1978, reigning for seven years until he was eventually dethroned by Michael Spinks. He racked up a number of impressive victories […]...2025
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• Larry Holmes Says There Is No Debate On Who The Greatest Heavyweight Of All Time Is

has revealed who he believes to be the greatest heavyweight to have ever graced the sport. Known as ‘The Easton Assassin’, Holmes is often considered to be one of the sports greatest ever heavyweights, reigning as the world heavyweight champion for seven years between 1978 and 1985. Holmes possessed one of the greatest left jabs […]...2025
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• Larry Holmes Finally Admits He Really Lost Against One Heavyweight Legend: “They Gave Me The Belt”

At the height of his career, was a dominant force within the heavyweight division. Known by his moniker ‘The Easton Assassin’, Holmes proved himself to be one of the top heavyweights of that golden era throughout the 1970s. He reigned as the world heavyweight champion for seven years between 1978 and 1985, defeating the likes […]...2025
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• Larry Holmes Has No Doubt Who Wins Prime Muhammad Ali vs Mike Tyson After Facing Both: “KO Finish”

The outcome of a fantasy showdown between and has been debated for many, many years. The heavyweight icons dominated the heavyweight division on multiple occasions throughout their respective professional careers, each ruling during different eras of the sport. Ali’s tenure spanned across 21 years from 1960, where he would become the world heavyweight champion on […]...2025
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"“You’d fancy him, probably, to beat Mike Tyson, Larry Holmes."

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"Turki Alalshikh Refuses to Stage ‘YouTuber Fights’; Says Favorite Boxers Are Larry Holmes and Roberto Duran"

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"From The Ring Archive: On this day in 1979, Larry Holmes proved he had the heart of an all-time great when he got up from the canvas to stop brutal-punching Earnie Shavers."

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"(AP) Federal officials have cited a New Jersey firm for a fatal construction accident that killed a former heavyweight boxing champ who was defeated by Larry Holmes."

• Larry Holmes Has No Doubt Who Was Better Between Muhammad Ali And Mike Tyson After Facing Both

If there is one man who can offer an insight into and , it’s former heavyweight champion . Known as ‘The Easton Assassin’, Holmes shared the ring with both men during his exemplary professional career which saw him capture and hold the world heavyweight championship for seven years between 1978 and 1985, making 20 successful […]...2025
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• Larry Holmes told Don King ‘I can’t beat Mike Tyson!’ before KO
Larry Holmes admitted he couldn’t beat Mike Tyson before accepting a multi-million-pound offer to trade blows with the heavyweight bruiser in 1988. At the time, Tyson was 33-0 and a formidable force. Iron Mike held the WBA, WBC, and IBF titles and was the most famous sportsman on the planet. However, for promoter Don King,… The post Larry Holmes told Don King ‘I can’t...2024
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• The Five Most Memorable Mike Tyson Fights

Mike Tyson is a mythical figure in the world of boxing. From his raw beginnings to his historic rise as the youngest heavyweight champion, Tyson electrified the sport by combining a uniqueness of power and ruthless precision. In his enviable career are five unforgettable fights from his record that have defined his career, treading him through triumphs and at other times chiselling his name into h...2024
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• All Time Great Larry Holmes To Be At Boxing Insider’s Saturday Card In Atlantic City
By: Sean Crose This weekend, at the Tropicana Resort and Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Boxing Insider Promotions will present it’s very first fight card outside of New York City. After finding success in Midtown Manhattan, the promotional outlet will now become a part of Atlantic City’s famed and decades old boxing scene. Featuring a plethora of rising talent and respected ring vets, Satu...2024
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• All Time Great Larry Holmes To Be At Boxing Insider’s Saturday Card In Atlantic City
By: Sean Crose This weekend, at the Tropicana Resort and Casino in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Boxing Insider Promotions will present it's very first fight card outside of New York City. After finding success in Midtown Manhattan, the promotional outlet will now become a part of Atlantic City's famed and decades old boxing scene. Featuring a plethora of rising talent and respected ring vets, Satu...2024
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• 5 Most Memorable Larry Holmes Fights

Larry Holmes (69-6, 44 KOs) is to many, one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. Most boxers from any weight class have their signature move, and Holmes was his brilliant jab. His left jab busted many opponents’ faces throughout his distinguished career, which helped contribute to one of the most dominant title reigns – in the history of heavyweight boxing. Big Fight Weekend...2023
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• Adrien Broner Teams Up With Don King
By: Sean Crose "World's Greatest Boxing Promoter Don King," a press statement released Thursday declared, "Signs Exciting Superstar Bad Boy Of Boxing, Adrien Broner; Four-Time World Champion Ready To Go Back To Work." (sic) Indeed, it's quite a pairing. One of the most notorious promoters in boxing's recent past aligning with one of the most notorious stars in the business is always going to b...2023
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• Mike Tyson to Join List of Heavyweight Legends Who Have Fought Beyond Their Prime

Coming up on Friday night in Arlington, TX, “Iron Mike” Tyson will return to the ring for his first official sanctioned bout in nearly 20 years at the age of 58. While no one can dispute Tyson’s accomplishments, including in 1986, being the youngest heavyweight champion ever at just 20 years old, there is plenty of questioning him and the wisdom behind accepting a bout with a 27-...2024
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• It's In Their Jeans?

Denim isn't really a hockey fabric unless you're like Miss Lauren Perry, shown to the left, who makes customized denim jackets with hockey patches on them. I'll admit that when I was a kid playing shinny, jeans often were worn over my sweatpants because they cut the cold, winter wind better and the frozen denim would provide better protection from errant pucks than my sweatpants did. Beyond that, ...2024
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• Canelo vs Crawford Evokes Sugar Ray Leonard’s Golden Era
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• Rufus Hurricane Hadley. Revisiting an original Detroit icon.

In the October of 2018 I wrote a story for Mirage Boxing Chronicles about the life and career of colourful heavyweight Rufus Hurricane Hadley. The article at the time became extremely popular and over the following months I received letters, messages and emails regarding the fighter and his apparent current living circumstances, residing in a care facility in Warren Michigan. As I was led to under...2025
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• Mike Tyson to Join List of Heavyweight Legends Who Have Fought Beyond Their Prime
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• Remembering Greatness of Joe Louis

There is a rich history in the heavyweight division and we’re ready to explore the remarkable story of one of the legends of the first half of the 20th century, Joe Louis. Known as the “Brown Bomber” he was dominant for the better part of a decade as the champ, transcending racial barriers to add to his great legacy. Joe Louis: The Greatest Heavyweight of All Time? Remembering Jo...2024
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• 5 Most Memorable Michael Spinks Fights

Michael Spinks (31-1, 21 KOs) is arguably one of the most underrated heavyweight boxers. He holds the record – of being the only undefeated boxer in history, at light heavyweight. Spinks was dominant in many fights, as he utilised his superb jab. He also carried impressive power in both hands, meaning it was difficult to read where his power punches would come from. Despite his defeat to Mik...2023
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• Saudi Arabia’s Impact On Boxing Can’t Be Denied, But Is That An Entirely Good Thing?
By: Sean Crose In June of 1980 boxing superstar "Sugar" Ray Leonard lost his WBC welterweight title belt in a stunningly impressive battle against the already legendary Roberto Duran. The fight, an instant classic, went down at Olympic Stadium in Montreal. Less than six months later, a much improved Leonard regained the WBC title from Duran when Duran suddenly and inexplicably quit in the eighth...2023
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• Cletus Seldin Wins Rough Fight by TKO

Cletus “Hebrew Hammer” Seldin earned a hard-fought TKO when he stopped Patrick “Yam Mallet” Okine in the sixth round tonight at Sony Hall in New York, New York, USA on a card promoted by Boxing Insider. Ending a two-year layoff, Seldin admitted, “The fight to get into this ring was so hard. I had so much emotion all day.”Seldin made an appearance ringside to greet his parents about three hours bef...2023
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• Remembering Iron Mike Tyson vs Michael Spinks

It was supposed to be great. Or if not great, at least last a lot longer. Before the impending collision between the indomitable Iron Mike Tyson and the formidable Michael Spinks, many felt it would be a great test for the then undefeated Mike Tyson. Set for June 27, 1988, at the iconic Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, this clash promised to be a high-octane battle that would leave everlasting echoes in...2023
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• From The Archive: Larry Holmes TKO 11 Earnie Shavers

From The Ring Archive: On this day in 1979, Larry Holmes proved he had the heart of an all-time great when he got up from the canvas to stop brutal-punching Earnie Shavers. The post From The Archive: Larry Holmes TKO 11 Earnie Shavers appeared first on The Ring....2023
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• Turki Alalshikh Refuses to Stage ‘YouTuber Fights’; Says Favorite Boxers Are Larry Holmes and Roberto Duran
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• Larry Holmes Beat Muhammad Ali But It Wasn’t His “Greatest Ever Fight”

Former American heavyweight world champion Larry Holmes is one of the most celebrated fighters of his era and has recently share his views on what he thinks was his greatest night in the ring. Holmes’s career impressively spanned over 29 years. In that time he had an eye-watering 75 fights, winning 69 of them and […] The post Larry Holmes Beat Muhammad Ali But It Wasn’t His ̶...2023
• Hall Of Fame Heavyweight Slams State Of Division: “I’d Rather Watch Soap Operas”

Former WBC and IBF Heavyweight Champion Larry Holmes has told of his lack of interest in the current heavyweight boxing scene, as the division’s top stars continue to swerve fights with one another. The delay of the undisputed showdown between Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk has added to the disappointment of the ever-elusive battle between […] The post Hall Of Fame Heavyweight Slams State Of ...2023
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• Larry Holmes Says One Current Heavyweight Would Definitely Have Knocked Out Mike Tyson

When fantasy match ups between heavyweights of yesteryear and today’s crop are mentioned, the champions of the olden days are, more often that not, tipped to defeat the modern generation. However, 1980s heavyweight kingpin Larry Holmes has bucked that trend when he broke down a potential match up between Mike Tyson and Anthony Joshua. Holmes, […] The post Larry Holmes Says One Current ...2023
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• Who Wins: Larry Holmes or George Foreman?
Years ago, Larry “The Easton Assassin” Holmes and “Big” George Foreman came close to fighting ... read more Who Wins: Larry Holmes or George Foreman? @ Boxing News 24...2023
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• Larry Holmes Names Top Current Heavyweight And Compares To His Era

Larry Holmes is widely regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight champions of all-time, putting together a run of twenty-one consecutive victories in title fights that stretched his record to 48-0 in the 1980’s. The boxing legend has now voiced his opinion on the current heavyweights in comparison to the men he faced. During his […] The post Larry Holmes Names Top Current Heavyweight And C...2023
• ‘Unbelievable’: Hearn says Usyk established himself as an all-time great heavyweight

Oleksandr Usyk has gone undisputed three times in only 24 professional fights. | Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images Oleksandr Usyk could contend with fighters from any era, says Eddie Hearn. Matchroom promoter Eddie Hearn talks to boxing media about this past weekend’s action and why Oleksandr Usyk’s latest performance really established him as an all-time legend in Hearn’s mind. Here’...2025
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• Larry Holmes Settles The Muhammad Ali vs Mike Tyson Debate After Facing Both: “He’d Get KO’d”
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• Larry Holmes Has No Doubt Who Wins Prime Muhammad Ali vs Mike Tyson After Facing Both: “KO Finish”
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• Larry Holmes Has No Doubt Who Gets KO’d In Prime George Foreman vs Mike Tyson Bout: “Too Powerful”

A fantasy showdown between heavyweight icons and has been debated for many years. ‘Big’ George burst onto the scene during the early seventies, capturing world honours for the first time in 1973 when he defeated Joe Frazier. He returned to the sport in 1987 after a ten year hiatus, going on to become the oldest […]...2025
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• Evander Holyfield Delivers Honest Verdict On Prime Mike Tyson vs Oleksandr Usyk

vs. is a fantasy fight that many boxing fans have debated in recent years. Tyson was world heavyweight champion during the late 1980s and early 1990s, and after becoming the youngest world heavyweight champion ever, he defeated fighters such as Larry Holmes, Michael Spinks and Trevor Berbick on his way to becoming undisputed. It is […]...2025
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• Larry Holmes Didn’t Hesitate When Asked If Prime Mike Tyson Would Beat Prime Joe Frazier

once predicted what he believes would have happened in a fantasy fight between and . Also known as ‘The Easton Assassin’, Holmes wrote his name into boxing folklore as one of the greatest heavyweights of all time, reigning as the world champion between 1978 and 1985. After defeating Ken Norton to capture the WBC title […]...2025
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• Larry Holmes Makes Emphatic KO Prediction For Muhammad Ali vs Mike Tyson After Facing Both Men

Arguably the most debated fantasy match-up of all time in boxing is vs . The two heavyweight legends both ruled the division during different eras, with Ali retiring in 1981 and Tyson beginning his career in 1985. Ali was a three-time world heavyweight champion, while ‘Iron Mike’ holds the record as the youngest heavyweight champion […]...2025
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• Is There Nobody Else? Tyson Fury, Mike Tyson And Wasted Peaks

(A commentary from our colleague David Payne in the U.K. on the state of Tyson Fury’s heavyweight career and whose work can be found on his site www.boxingwriter.co.uk) Its a little over 35 years since Mike Tyson threw his arms wide and shrugged his shoulders, Michael Spinks splayed out behind him like the contents of a mobile home in the wake of a hurricane. Socks and dreams cast asunder. T...2023
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• Larry Holmes Is An All Time Great Heavyweight But Resurfaced Fight Shows Him Dominated In 1 Round
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• Larry Holmes Says There Is No Debate On Who The Greatest Heavyweight Of All Time Is
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• Larry Holmes Says Everyone Knew One Heavyweight Legend Wasn’t Really Great: “He Was A Fraud”

is widely regarded as being one of the greatest heavyweights to have ever graced the sport. Known by his nickname ‘The Easton Assassin’, Holmes took the heavyweight division by storm during the late 70’s where he reigned as the world heavyweight champion for seven years between 1978 and 1985. He fought on no less than […]...2025
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• Larry Holmes Names The Heavy Handed Heavyweight He Blames For Muhammad Ali’s Health Decline

and are two of the best heavyweights to grace the sport of boxing. Both fighters spent a period of time as sparring partners for one another, which led to them forging a close bond. Holmes’ career spanned 29 years, ending in 2002 after 75 outings as a professional. He held the world heavyweight championship for […]...2025
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• Larry Holmes Has No Doubt Who Wins Prime Mike Tyson vs George Foreman: “It Wouldn’t Last A Round”

and are two of the best heavyweights to grace the sport. Tyson ruled the heavyweight division in the late 80s and early 90s, becoming the youngest world heavyweight champion in history at 20 years, 4 months and 22 days. Foreman first became world champion in 1973 and was involved in iconic events like the Rumble […]...2024
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• Larry Holmes Has No Doubt Who Wins Mike Tyson vs Jake Paul: “I’ll Bet On It”

Heavyweight legend Larry Holmes has weighed in with his prediction ahead of the fight between and . The fight between the former heavyweight champion and the YouTuber-turned-boxer was originally scheduled to take place in July, but Tyson suffered an ulcer flare-up and was forced to postpone the bout until November 15. “I want to thank […]...2024
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• Boxing Insider Promotion’s May 11th Card Continues Long History Of Atlantic City Boxing
By: Sean Crose After numerous successful cards held in the heart of midtown Manhattan, Boxing Insider Promotions is now moving south to another legendary boxing hotbed for it's May 11th card. For, on that night, Boxing Insider will host a full night of rising talent and popular ring regulars at Atlantic City's famed Tropicana Hotel and Casino. Fittingly, one of main attractions that evening will...2024
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• Oliver McCall Faced Both Lennox Lewis And Larry Holmes And Has No Doubt Who Was Better

In 1994 and ’95, Oliver McCall beat both and . McCall – who was never knocked down in 76 fights – won the WBC World Heavyweight Title from Lewis in a shocking upset knockout before making on successful defence against Holmes via unanimous decision. He would lose it in his next bout to Frank Bruno. […]...2025
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• Before Buster Douglas Leon Spinks Shocked the World

On this day in 1978, long before Buster Douglas stunned Mike Tyson, a 7-0-1 fighter from Saint Louis called Leon Spinks shocked the world and defeated the legendary Muhammad Ali by a 15-round split decision at the Las Vegas Hilton, Winchester, Nevada, U.S. to become the new heavyweight champion of the world. At Big Fight Weekend, we love our nostalgia and want to take you back to a loss for the gr...2024
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