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Larry Holmes (born November 3, 1949) is an American former professional boxer who competed from 1973 to 2002 and was world heavyweight champion from 1978 until 1985. He is often considered to be one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time.
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Larry Holmes, American heavyweight boxing champion of the late 1970s and early ’80s who was known for his solid defense. He retired with a record of 69 wins (44 by knockout) and 6 losses. Learn more about Holmes’s life and career, including his notable matches.
Sep 25, 2023 · #Discover the incredible life, historic fights, and lasting legacy of Larry Holmes, one of boxing's all-time greats! From humble beginnings to becoming the u...
Today's video examines the career of one of the greatest heavyweight champions ever...Larry Holmes, the Easton assassin. Known for his elite jab and impressi...
Official Website Of Former Heavyweight Champion & International Hall of Fame Inductee. Holmes retired what was considered to be the best left jab in boxing history in 2002, with a record of 69 wins (44 by knockout) and 6 losses. He was inducted into the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2008.
Watch the Muhammad Ali vs Larry Holmes (or holmes vs ali) in the car park of Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, in 1980.
Career Overview. Won the WBC heavyweight title from Ken Norton by a 15-round split decision on June 9, 1978. Held the WBC heavyweight title from 1978 to 1983 and the IBF heavyweight title from 1983 to 1985. His reign of seven years is the third longest ever in the heavyweight division.
Larry Holmes vs. Muhammad Ali, billed as "The Last Hurrah!", was a professional boxing bout contested on October 2, 1980, in Las Vegas for the WBC and vacant The Ring heavyweight championships. [1] [2]
Dec 19, 2015 · The former heavyweight champion Larry Holmes remains a celebrity in his Pennsylvania home, as evidenced by the turnout for the dedication of a statue in his honor.
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