Description:
(The Only Boxer in the History to Win the Undisputed Championship in Two Weight Classes)
Evander Holyfield is an American former professional boxer who is famous by his nickname ‘The Real Deal’. He is the only boxer in the history to win undisputed championship in two weight classes, i.e., in cruiserweight and heavyweight. He started boxing at an early age in the streets and his talent helped him to sustain a 28 years long boxing career. He participated in 1984 Los Angeles Olympics in ‘light heavyweight’ category. He started professional boxing as a ‘light heavyweight’ boxer and then moved to ‘cruiserweight’ and finally into ‘heavyweight’ category. His professional boxing career started with a streak of wins making him the undisputed and undefeated world heavyweight champion of his time. Unlike his boxing career, his personal life was full of ups and downs. Due to his spending habits and multiple failed businesses, he suffered financially despite being a successful boxer.
Birthday
October 19, 1962 (Libra)
Born In
United States
Alternative names
The Real Deal, The Warrior
Height
188 cm
Spouse/Ex-
Candi Calvana Smith, Janice Itson, Paulette Bowen
Parents
Isom Coley
Annie Laura Holyfield
Children
Ebonne Esheal Holyfield, Eden Eloise Holyfield, Eleazar Evan Holyfield, Eli Ethan Holyfield, Elijah Esaias Holyfield, Elijah Holyfield, Elijah Jedidiah Holyfield, Emani Holyfield, Emani Winter Holyfield, Evan Holyfield, Evander Holyfield Jr., Eve Elizabeth Holyfield, Evette Ashley Holyfield, Evette Holyfield, Ewin Ezekiel Holyfield, Ewin Holyfield
Relatives
Bernard Holyfield
What is Evander Holyfield's boxing record?
Evander Holyfield's professional boxing record is 44 wins, 10 losses, and 2 draws.
Has Evander Holyfield ever been knocked out in a fight?
Yes, Evander Holyfield has been knocked out in a fight. He was knocked out by Riddick Bowe in their rematch in 1995.
How many times did Evander Holyfield win the heavyweight world championship?
Evander Holyfield won the heavyweight world championship a total of 4 times during his boxing career.
Did Evander Holyfield ever fight Mike Tyson?
Yes, Evander Holyfield fought Mike Tyson in two highly publicized matches in 1996 and 1997. Holyfield won both fights.
What is Evander Holyfield's most famous fight?
One of Evander Holyfield's most famous fights is his bout against Mike Tyson in 1997, where Tyson infamously bit off a portion of Holyfield's ear during the match.