I think the Foreman that lost to Holyfield is a surprisingly tough fight for Tyson. Mike is not stopping that Foreman and will be caught time and again by accurate, short leads and counters. An interesting fight that Mike should win on points but I'd not be surprised if George won by late stoppage. I go back and forward with old and young George v Mike and usually give old George a bigger chance...
Plus Tyson was a real student of the game. He loved the past champions etc. I think the more likely scenario is that Tyson didn't want to kill big George!
It's still a good thread, though mate. Real or rumour, I am old enough to remember that word was swirling around at that time.