35 Years Ago Today: When Larry Holmes Fell To Michael Spinks’ “Jinx” For A Second Time
If heavyweight great Larry Homes was angry after being on the wrong end of a controversial decision … continue
Larry Holmes
48 Years Ago – The Great Larry Holmes Went Pro
Larry Holmes had a career that was in some ways quite similar to that of Marvin Hagler. … continue
Holmes vs. Mercer: Larry Holmes’ Last Great Win
42-year-old Larry Holmes, having reeled off five wins against so-so opposition in a comeback that had followed … continue
After His Worst Ever Experience In The Ring – Muhammad Ali Was Still Capable Of Having Us In Tears (of laughter)
It was awful. It has been widely referred to as the fight that never should have happened. … continue
Looking Back At The Controversial Michael Spinks Upset Of Larry Holmes – 35 Years Later
Meeting at The Riviera Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas in September of 1985, 35-year-old Larry Holmes … continue
Tyson Fury Lists His Top-Five Greatest Heavyweights (says he would have beaten them all)
Bored with lists yet? Just lately, during the lockdown, many people have come out with lists, these … continue
June 9, 1978 – The Greatest Heavyweight Title Fight Of The ’70’s
The Greatest Final Round In Heavyweight History The fight that took place 42 years ago today, between … continue
When Larry Holmes Went Too Far – The Infamous “Rocky Couldn’t Carry My Jockstrap” Presser
Larry Holmes had some great nights in Las Vegas. Holmes beat Gerry Cooney in the biggest heavyweight … continue
On This Day In ’85 – “The Easton Assassin” Faces “The Truth” As Holmes Scrapes Past Williams
It’s a sad thing that gifted heavyweight Carl Williams is best known among fight fans for his … continue
David Haye Lists His Five Greatest Heavyweights (explains why Mike Tyson doesn’t feature)
Former heavyweight and cruiserweight champ David Haye was a guest on the BBC podcast “Greatest Fights,” with … continue