Larry Holmes (52 years old ) V Mike Tyson (54 years old) 10 ROUNDS

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Whytesnake, Feb 3, 2022.


Who wins?

  1. Larry Holmes (52 years old)

    14 vote(s)
    70.0%

  2. Mike Tyson (54 years old )

    6 vote(s)
    30.0%
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  1. janitor

    janitor VIP Member Full Member

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    I don't think highly of him either, but he was an active fighter, who could hang with fringe contenders.
     
    janitor, Feb 3, 2022
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  2. Whytesnake

    Whytesnake Armchair GOAT Full Member

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    This was Holmes first fight in just under 2 years. He had 2 fights across a span of 2 years prior. I wouldn’t say he was totally active and he looked out of shape. Tyson would have the best of training and nutrition etc but an out of shape Larry could still possibly beat him on ring iq alone on a diet of cheeseburgers
     
    Whytesnake, Feb 3, 2022
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  3. Journeyman92

    Journeyman92 MONZON VS HAGLER 2025 Full Member

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    He was a joke.
     
    Journeyman92, Feb 3, 2022
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  4. Barrf

    Barrf Boxing Addict Full Member

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    And George Foreman would frame, push, and pull an opponent's guard down.

    Doesn't mean it is proper. Just one of those things refs tend to let them get away with. Holmes got away with a ton of stiff arming throughout his career. He'd also push opponent's faces with his forearm.
     
    Barrf, Feb 3, 2022
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  5. ThatOne

    ThatOne Boxing Addict Full Member

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    If you follow football and basketball players have little tricks that are technically illegal
     
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  6. ThatOne

    ThatOne Boxing Addict Full Member

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    They are both older men. I don't blame RJJ for being cautious and respect Tyson's restaint.
     
    ThatOne, Feb 3, 2022
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