Who did Lennox Lewis fight in 2003?
legend Vitali Klitschko
In June 2003, world heavyweight champion Lennox Lewis faced Ukrainian legend Vitali Klitschko in a fight dubbed the”Battle of the Titans” at the Staples Center. The bout put Lewis’ WBC belt on the line and involved two of the most revered champions in the division’s history.
Who were Mike Tyson’s losses to?
We have taken the liberty of listing them all here.
- James ‘Buster’ Douglas – The first boxer to defeat Mike Tyson.
- Evander Holyfield – The only boxer to beat Mike Tyson twice.
- Lennox Lewis.
- Danny Williams.
- Kevin McBride.
How many times did Tyson fight Lennox Lewis?
The two boxers have faced off once before, in 2002. Lewis won after knocking out Tyson in the eighth round. Lewis competed from 1989 to 2003.
Who won the fight between Lennox Lewis and Mike Tyson?
Lennox Lewis and Mike Tyson fight for the WBC, IBO, IBF, Ring and Lineal heavyweight titles on June 8, 2002 at The Pyramid in Memphis, Tennessee. Lewis won the fight with an 8th round KO.
Is Carl Lewis older than Mike Tyson?
At 55 years of age, Lewis is a year older than Tyson. Lewis (42-2-1, 32 KOs) defeated Tyson (50-6, 44 KOs) in eight rounds in June 2002 at The Pyramid Arena in Memphis, Tennessee, to remain the unified heavyweight world champion.
Who won the fight between Lennox Lewis and Chris Byrd?
Lennox Lewis was declared the winner by KO. A month later, Lewis vacated the IBF title deciding not to fight Chris Byrd, who was the mandatory challenger. The fight was named The Ring magazine Knockout of the Year for year 2002.
Who was the referee for Mike Tyson vs Chuck Norris fight?
The referee for the fight was Eddie Cotton, officiating his 20th world title bout. Alfred Buqwana of South Africa, Anek Hongtongkam of Thailand and Bob Logist of Belgium were appointed as judges, as both the WBC and the Tennessee Athletic Commission wanted judges from different continents.
Did Lennox Lewis lose to Klitschko?
Lewis defeated Klitschko via sixth-round technical knockout (TKO) after the fight was stopped due to a severe cut above Klitschko’s left eye. It was the last fight of Lewis’ career, having decided to retire after eventually rejecting a rematch. Staples Center, Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Which Klitschko brother fought Mike Tyson?
Wladimir Klitschko vs. Tyson Fury
| Boxer | Wladimir Klitschko | Tyson Fury |
|---|---|---|
| Pre-fight record | 64–3 (53 KO) | 24–0 (18 KO) |
| Height | 6 ft 6 in (198 cm) | 6 ft 9 in (206 cm) |
| Weight | 245 lb (111 kg) | 247 lb (112 kg) |
| Style | Orthodox | Orthodox |
How many times did Mike Tyson fight Lennox Lewis?
While speaking to TMZ Sports, Tyson said: “I’m gonna fight Lennox Lewis. September.” Tyson faced the Englishman once before, losing a heavyweight title bout to the champion by eighth-round knockout in 2002. A second fight between them could play out a bit differently, as Tyson is now 54, while Lewis is 55.
Who was the boxer that cried in The Ring?
Oliver McCall
McCall would also become known for an in-ring mental breakdown during his 1997 rematch with Lewis. McCall’s son, Elijah, is also a heavyweight professional boxer….
| Oliver McCall | |
|---|---|
| Born | April 21, 1965 Chicago, Illinois, U.S. |
| Stance | Orthodox |
| Boxing record | |
| Total fights | 74 |
Did Klitschko have the WBC belt?
Kyiv Mayor Vitali Klitschko, who was named “Eternal World Heavyweight Champion” by the WBC, has met with the new world heavyweight champion, Ukrainian Oleksandr Usyk, the mayor’s press service has reported.