Mike Tyson vs Larry Holmes
On January 22, 1988, Mike Tyson (32-0, 28 KOs), the undisputed heavyweight world champion, holding the WBA, WBC, and IBF belts, defends his undisputed championship against former world champion Larry Holmes (48-2, 34 KOs).
Tyson vs Holmes Stats
Mike Tyson is coming in to the fight on a 32-fight win streak with a 87% KO rate; his last fight was a 7th round TKO victory over Tyrell Biggs, 3 months and 6 days ago. Larry Holmes is on a 2-fight losing streak with a 68% KO rate, with his last fight being a split decision loss to Michael Spinks, 1 year, 9 months, and 3 days ago.
Tyson vs Holmes Prediction & Odds
This should be a confident win for Mike Tyson at 99-1 winning odds. Larry Holmes really doesn't have much to present against Tyson.
Tyson vs Holmes Result
Mike Tyson stopped Larry Holmes via TKO in the 4th round of the 12-round world-title fight, and successfully defended his WBA, WBC, and IBF heavyweight titles. Tyson improves his record to 33-0 (29 KOs), while Holmes adds a loss to his record at 48-3.