E. Holyfield returns to training and suggests returning to boxing. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram @evanderholyfield
Just like Mike Tyson, another boxing legend, Evander Holyfield, surprised fans by releasing a video of a training session. At 57 years old, the former world champion showed that, despite his age, he still impresses with his mobility and strength in his strikes. The images increase rumors of a possible trilogy between Tyson and Holyfield.
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“My first week back at the gym and I felt amazing. I'm looking forward to intensifying my training and preparing for my fight”, wrote the fighter.
Although he showed the video, Evander did not confirm when and against whom he should fight in his next fight. The sports press, however, has speculated about a possible confrontation against his old rival. The idea would be an exhibition fight and part of the profits from the fight would be donated to charity.
Holyfield has not made an official appearance since May 2011, when he defeated Brian Nielsen by knockout in a fight held in Denmark.
Mike, 53, hasn't fought since June 2005. On that occasion, the former champion was defeated by Kevin McBride.
Tyson vs Holyfield
Considered one of the greatest rivalries in boxing history, Mike and Evander faced each other on two occasions (1996 and 1997). In the first, Tyson, who was considered one of the most dangerous men in the world, ended up suffering a hard knockout to his compatriot and losing his WBA (World Boxing Association) belt.
The Americans faced each other again almost eight years later. The new meeting ended up going down in the history of the sport with the fateful 'bite''. In the episode, Mike, completely out of control and at a disadvantage in the confrontation, ended up being disqualified in the third round after literally ripping off part of his rival's ear.
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