Larry Holmes, one of the greatest heavyweights in boxing history, has criticized George Foreman, calling him the most overrated champion ever.
Holmes, known as "The Easton Assassin," didn't hold back in a recent YouTube speech. The former heavyweight champ took aim at Foreman's fighting abilities and career choices.
"Everybody know that George Foreman can't fight, everybody know that Tommy Morrison kicked his butt, everybody know that Shannon Briggs kicked his butt, everybody knew that he wouldn't fight me .. George Foreman is the biggest phoney ever."
Holmes, now 75, dominated the heavyweight division from the mid-1970s to 1985. He successfully defended his world title 20 times and racked up 75 fights in total. His incredible left jab helped him secure notable victories over Muhammad Ali, Earnie Shavers, and Ken Norton.
Foreman's career spanned three decades. He became world heavyweight champion twice, with his most notable achievement coming in 1994. At 45, he beat Michael Moorer to win the WBA and IBF heavyweight titles, becoming the oldest heavyweight champion ever.
Holmes and Foreman nearly fought in the late 70s. Negotiations were underway, but the bout never materialized. Foreman chose to pursue a career as a preacher after losing to Jimmy Young in 1977.
Foreman's career was marked by both success and controversy. He passed away last month at the age of 76, leaving behind a complex legacy in the boxing world.
The boxing community mourned Foreman's death, with many praising his contributions to the sport. Holmes' recent comments, however, offer a different perspective on the two-time heavyweight champion's career.
Holmes' criticism of Foreman as "the biggest phoney ever" and "most overrated champion" will likely spark debate among boxing fans and historians. The rivalry between these two heavyweight legends, it seems, continued long after their fighting days were over.
