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how old was larry holmes when he fought mike tyson
Hello Islam, How old was Larry Holmes when he fought Mike Tyson?
Hi there! Larry Holmes was 38 years old when he fought against Mike Tyson. This match took place in January 1988.
That's quite an age to still be in the ring. Did Larry Holmes have a successful career before this fight?
Yes, absolutely. Larry Holmes had a very successful career, holding the WBC Heavyweight title from 1978 to 1983. Recognized for his strong left jab, he is often rated among the greatest heavyweights of all time.
Wow! That's impressive. How did the fight with Tyson turn out?
Unfortunately for Larry Holmes, he was knocked out in the fourth round by Mike Tyson, who was only 21 years old at the time and in the prime of his career.
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