Veteran Evander Holyfield could become the oldest man to become boxing world champion. The boxer received an invitation to face the current holder of the World Boxing Association's heavyweight belt, Russian Nikolay Valuev,
About to turn 46, Holyfield could face the 2,13 m tall giant and break Goerge Foreman's mark, who held the world title in the category at 45 years old.
The possibility of the fight was confirmed by the director of the agency promoting Valuev's fights, Chris Meyer. He stated that contact was made, but nothing was signed to make the confrontation official.
“They said I was too old when I was 34 and I was preparing to face Mike Tyson for the first time”, said Holyfield, who recalled the victory over his fellow American to defend his participation in the fight against Valuev.
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