Vitor Belfort announces return to Boxing against son of former world champion

V. Belfort (left) returns to boxing after knocking out E. Holyfield. Photo: Reproduction/Instagram

Vitor belfort He already has a date and opponent to return to the boxing ring. The Brazilian, who comes from a stunning knockout against the legend Evander Hollyfield will face Hasim Rahman Jr. The duel will be an attraction at the Misfits Boxing event, scheduled for October 15th, in Sheffield (ING). The announcement was initially made by the website The Mirror and confirmed by the fighter himself through his Instagram account.

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“A healthy body and mind is what creates a champion. There are many who try, but few succeed. On October 15th, two champions will fight. I'm prepared and ready to shake up Sheffield”, wrote Belfort before teasing the YouTuber Jake Paul.

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"Jake Paul Since you were very scared, I'm going to fight Hasim”, said Belfort, who negotiated a fight against the former Disney actor for a few months.

Vitor belfort, 45 years old, beat the legend Evander Holyfield by knockout in his experience in the 'noble art' after leaving the UFC in 2018. The duel took place in September 2021 and ended in the first round.

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Belfort's rival is the son of a boxing legend

Hasim Rahman Jr has 12 wins, six by knockout, and only one loss in professional boxing. The fighter is the son of Hasim Rahman, former World Boxing Council (WBC) and International Boxing Federation (IBF) heavyweight champion. Among the most important victories of his career is the triumph over Lennox Lewis, in 2001, in South Africa.