Below is an official statement from Patrick Cunningham, Executive Director of the Florida State Boxing Commission:
“The Florida Athletic Commission has approved the Evander Holyfield vs. Vitor Belfort bout as a fully regulated professional boxing match. It will be conducted under the Unified Rules of Boxing and scored by three judges on the 10-point must system.
“All boxers on this card have successfully met all requirements to be licensed by the Florida Athletic Commission.”
Holyfield last fought ten years ago at age 48 against Brian Nielsen. Evander turns 59 next month.
Well there you have it! After this hopefully they can do a Tyson Vs Holyfield III for Thanksgiving without any commentating from that toon Trump.
The governor will probably only allow the unvaccinated at thisevent
This is such a damn circus act. Best to just ignore. I hope boxing gets over this ugly period of freak fights.
I love how the terms “fully regulated” and “professional” are being used to sell tickets in this exhibition. Trust me, those terms I am sure have hidden disclaimers the public can’t see in a contract since Holyfield is a few years away from drawing Social Security.
Sanctioning this is beyond comical. Just shows money can buy anything. I don’t care how fit Holyfield is , or what a legend he might of been,but a 58yr old mans(who at times appears “punch drunk” ) life is at risk.
And for what… entertainment.
What a shambles boxing has become!!
I honestly hope Evander doesn’t die during or after this fight, the promoter and the Florida athletic commission should be thrown out !!!!!! I know Evander needs money, but not like this!!
Honestly, you’re sometimes better off having a fighter make their pro debut at 58, rather than a former champion fighting on, as they’ve taken punishment for decades whereas the beginner hasn’t. I’ll just mention two names as a reminder: Ali & Jerry Quarry!