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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.
Nov 4, 2023 · Follow Us. Larry Holmes turns 74 today. The fighter locates himself in an era that came shortly after the glories of Muhammad Ali, and right before the likes of Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield. He became the segway between the two golden periods in boxing.
May 20, 2020 · Each time Larry Holmes retired, including the last time in 2002, he returned to his roots in Easton, Pennsylvania. Holmes, whose nickname was “The Easton Assassin,” has stayed in Easton all these years.
May 22, 2022 · The great Larry Holmes regrets coming out of retirement to face Mike Tyson, remains thankful for his four years learning from Muhammad Ali as his sparring partner, believes Anthony Joshua...
Mar 15, 2013 · He's now recovering at his home in Northampton County. A representative for Holmes said he's taking medication and following his doctor's orders to diet and exercise.
Larry Holmes is considered one of the greatest heavyweight champions in history. In this interview the Hall-of-Famer talks about sparring with Muhammad Ali, ...
Nov 3, 2021 · Larry Holmes turns 72 today, and is perhaps the most under-appreciated heavyweight great in boxing history. Cast as the villain in the post-Muhammad Ali landscape of 80s boxing, Holmes was a magisterial presence, turning away pretenders with the finest jab the sport has ever seen.
Apr 14, 2023 · EASTON, Pa. — Legendary heavyweight boxing champion Larry Holmes was honored by city council this week for the 50 th anniversary of the start of his professional career. The "Easton Assassin" on Wednesday was warmly greeted at council's meeting at the Easton Area Community Center and introduced by Mayor Sal Panto Jr.
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.
Holmes was knocked down in the 7th. A detached retina forces Jones to temporarily retire from boxing. Holmes was down in the 7th. Weaver was down once in the 11th round. Askew was dropped three times in the main event bout of the evening. James reportedly 22-5-1 entering the fight. English down once in the 1st round.
