4X Heavyweight Champion Evander Holyfield on Beating Mike Tyson Twice and His Life Story (Flashback)
Boxing legend Evander Holyfield discussed his upbringing and storied boxing career in this 2023 VladTV exclusive. Born in Alabama as the youngest of nine children, Holyfield moved to Atlanta with his single mother and siblings at a young age. He first got into boxing at the age of eight when he joined the Boys Club. He said his quick success in the ring earned him the name "one punch Holyfield." The Hall of Famer broke down his childhood accomplishments in the sport before detailing his first interaction with Mike Tyson when he was 20 years old. Holyfield talked about his notable fights against Mike Tyson, Buster Douglas, George Foreman, and Riddick Bowe, as well as winning multiple championships throughout his career. He also opened up about the fortune he amassed as a boxer and the financial hardships he encountered later on. Later in the interview, Holyfield talked about his retirement and the rumored rubber match between him and Mike Tyson. To hear more, check out the full interview above.
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- Published20 November 2024 at 14:50 UTC
- Length2h 54m
- RatingClean