Mike Tyson would beat Joe Frazier in their prime, according to Evander Holyfield. The former heavyweight champion shared his thoughts in a recent interview with Mail Sport Boxing.
Tyson and Frazier are two of the best heavyweight boxers in history. 'Iron Mike' became the youngest ever heavyweight champion with his ferocious, fast, fight-ending shots. 'Smokin' Joe' made his mark as the first man to defeat Muhammad Ali and retired four years before Tyson's professional career began.
Holyfield, who beat Tyson twice, thinks 'Iron Mike' would come out on top in this dream matchup. He also believes Tyson would win against George Foreman and the Klitschko brothers.
The key question in this hypothetical fight is whether Tyson could crack Frazier's solid chin before Frazier's stamina and grit come into play. Both fighters were known for their pressure style and devastating power.
Holyfield described Tyson's fighting style in detail:
"Mike is like a snake. He will pop out on you, but if you charge him, you can smother him. Because he pushes off his legs, he is too close. If you give him room, you are going to be messed up."
Holyfield and Tyson have become friends since their infamous 'bite fight', where Tyson was disqualified for biting Holyfield's ear. They now speak highly of each other in interviews.
Frazier, known for his solid chin and stamina, had a storied career that ended before Tyson's began. This makes their hypothetical matchup an interesting topic for boxing fans to debate.
Holyfield shared his opinion as part of a 'winner stays on' round of questions with Mail Sport Boxing. His insights, based on his experience in the ring with Tyson, add an interesting perspective to this dream matchup discussion.
