This may be true to some extent, but lets not forget that Holyfield was one of the most adaptable fighters ever. Very rarely do you see someone lose so decisively like he did against Bowe, only to come back to win the rematch by changing tactics. He did the same in the rematch against Lewis. Holyfields warrior mentality made him fight the wrong fight often but he could do anything in the ring, follow any plan, especially with a guy Like Steward in his corner.