When Tyson Sought Revenge For His Idol

BLTV Classic recaps the night Tyson met Larry Holmes for the undisputed heavyweight championship

[@kibbleofdoom]

The pain in Iron Mike's voice when he talks about Ali is heartbreaking. You can really tell how much he loved the man.

[@billsmith5433]

eh, he was stoned.

[@kibbleofdoom]

@@billsmith5433 bit cold. Doesn't negate what he said.

[@ozziejohnson8301]

@@billsmith5433 who df cries while stoned u fukin clown

[@peterroberts7684]

Yup,Ali wasn’t just any fighter..Dude I was getting emotional myself..

[@Sacred_Silence]

@@billsmith5433 Don't see how that's relevant but okay lol

[@jiovanysoltero923]

Loved it when ALI walks up to Tyson like a straight up Mob boss telling Tyson to finish the job.

[@1BoiHot]

😆

[@ohnoanyway1016]

"you know what to do..."

[@incaseinever]

"Finger's already on the trigger boss"

[@massi6528]

And Mike's yessir-boss-head-nodding afterwards.

[@tylerdurden9520]

Cause he couldn't

[@sniper161718]

The fact that Holmes was able to get up after some of these bombs was insane. Gotta respect Larry for facing Tyson who is an absolute juggernaut

[@TheAutumnWind_RN4L]

Yeah.

[@praetoriangward8507]

True but at the time Tysons train had just started to become evident to the normies.

[@guyfawkes8384]

"In this situation every head must bow, every tongue must confess, this is the greatest of all time." What a great quote. I don't think he could have said anything better in that moment.

[@civicboi96]

Also Ali was being super humble about not being able to take a punch because he would tank complete wallopers for 15 rounds straight back in his day.

[@conedx]

god i love this story SO MUCH. 14 year old tyson telling ali "I'LL GET HIM BACK FOR YOU CHAMP" and then years later ali walking out with tyson for this fight is some movie level stuff. i'll never get tired of watching videos about this fight.

[@migz121]

@0ofreako0.....Agree 💯 %...But, did you notice that when Ali fought Holmes, Ali was 38 and Holmes was 31. When Tyson fought Holmes, Holmes was 38 and Tyson 21...Ali and Holmes were the same age when fighting the new up n coming champion‼️ All 3 were great boxers‼️ But, Ali did so much outside the ring that he truly deserves the 🤴 title‼️🥊👊🏆

[@thediaz07]

Mike was a BEAST.

[@felixcornelius2577]

A twenty two year old smashing a 39 year old has been who hadn't fought for over two years, I'm impressed

[@conedx]

@@felixcornelius2577 you know he went on to beat a bunch of good boxers and fight for championships AFTER this fight, right? weird that he was a has been.

[@cartonbox5174]

​@@conedx after the fight he trained for more than 2 weeks lol Before the fight he was fat and retired and was coming from 2 losses

[@alexandermercer4473]

There's nothing better than watching a BLTV Classic Mike Tyson video on a Friday morning after an intense workout.

[@BeautifulTurkish]

Or before

[@luckytokin]

This channel is one of my favorites to watch while working out

[@wrestlingwithjay3770]

Agreed

[@goldiekoi935]

Just had an intense McDonald’s meal delivered to me in record time!

[@patrickmortensen5004]

Agere

[@Omar_ZX]

Every head must bow, every tongue must confess, he is the greatest of all time That line still gets me to this day

[@user-wk1pb7no7g]

Every time I hear that clip, I get goosebumps. Such a powerful moment.

[@supermax5000]

Yeah, that was an awesome line

[@MOOKAMILLION]

I Love how Tyson is all Smiles around Ali!! He Really Respected and Loved him!! That really speaks to who Tyson is as a person!! 2 Legends

[@Kwanka69]

Love how once the fight is over, these legends truly respect one another and become friends in later years.

[@JohnZombi88]

I'm not a professional fighter but there's a mutual respect that forms when you fight somebody to exhaustion. As I learned in highschool with my bullies.

[@dzgaming4585]

« He is my Opponent, not my Enemy »

[@MaccaveliPL]

"Larry Holmes was a legendary fighter, and if he was at his best, I couldn't stand a chance." - Mike Tyson

[@The_Zilli]

that's how you stay humble in victory. Who knows if that would have been true, it would have been one heck of a fight but regardless, good sportsmanship is always good to see.

[@EssexAggiegrad2011]

@@The_Zilli Tyson was a student of the game

[@MaccaveliPL]

@@tayfun2187 depends. He was had some outlandish rants, couldn't take a defeat at the hands of Buster & Holyfield etc.

[@Ar1AnX1x]

Tyson in his prime was a humble technician

[@jordangroff8978]

Prime Tyson would still KO a prime Holmes

[@pmlbos7280]

Seeing the clip of Ali and Tyson and how happy Tyson is to be around him made me shed a tear you can tell Ali was his hero sleep in peace Mr. Muhammad he literally died from doing what he loved

[@kevs6402]

3 of the best ever on that couch. Ali, Tyson and Sugar ray. Pure magic.

[@graphic2259]

You chose the best quote you could have to end on - "every head must bow, every tongue must confess, he’s the greatest of all time" RIP Muhammad Ali

[@bamboosho0t]

That was the cherry on top of a great video. Wow.

[@vincentthomas1967]

Not to mention Sugar sitting in between them...Arsenio was big time back then to have The GOAT and two legends of their era on the set at the same time... can you say special.

[@Stout_Krout_HinesburgVT6337]

During sparring sessions too many witnesses saw Holmes beat Ali before he was prime and Ali was still dominant in his. Larry had a stronger heavier jab with a much more powerful right cross and uppercut. He was blazing fast with longer reach and had routes to the body like Ali never did. Prime Ali would run from Holmes not engage him.

[@Stout_Krout_HinesburgVT6337]

💠Frazier hurts every time he thinks of Ali. His hostility still rages within. It's a consuming, ugly bitterness he has carried for decades, the result of the hurtful things Ali has said. He insulted his intelligence, his character and his lack of black pride. Ali called Frazier ugly and ignorant and, most disturbingly, an Uncle Tom. Frazier, the son of South Carolina sharecroppers, was deeply wounded by Ali's ridicule which was accepted as socio-political fact and isolated Frazier from the black community. Ali somehow succeeded in making a fight between two African - American men a matter of black and white. Throughout the black community, he was an object of derision and scorn because of the way Ali treated him, it was cruel. The hatred grew intensely within Frazier. He was unable to compete with Ali's eloquence, but he had a left hook that could do the talking for him. Frazier, with loating in his heart and thunder in his Everlast gloves, punished Ali for the things he said. Notice after Ali vs Frazier 1 fight announcers said Frazier was feeling sic in his corner and he just wanted to go back to dressing room. That's because Joe couldn't slow his heart and nervous system back down to a resting state. Joe already had history of high blood pressure and diabetes, he spent nearly two weeks in the hospital for exhaustion, blood pressure, diabetes and kidney problems.. BUT BUT when he was in his 40s Joe was out dancing and singing in the clubs while Ali couldn't talk and his tremors were getting worse. Younger folks haven't a clue what Ali actually did to Joe, let me explain by saying it's exactly like today's Hollywood liberal cancel culture. Frazier hated that Louisville Lip and before fight he got on his knees and prayed to God that he could make Ali perish. Personally i have to admit, everytime Frazier smacked Ali i cheered, We All Cheered, MILLIONS CHEERED "We locked up three times. He won two, and I won one. But look at him now. I think I won all three." -- Joe Frazier

[@Stout_Krout_HinesburgVT6337]

Every tongue must confess, is that supposed to be a joke 🤣

[@Jeroensgambling]

You guys are bringing back an era never to be seen again.

[@Bill_Woo]

What he said.

[@Kadaf1]

Now box office fights is youtube amateur boxers against ex pro boxers . The worlds gone mad

[@kevinmalone3210]

True, but I was alive back then and watched alot of these great heavyweight fights, live on TV, for free! What an era it was for boxing fans!

[@winniepeg2020]

Ali was a bully He got was coming to him, He didn't want to fight Ali Ali was told not to fight No revenge was necessary

[@voldebean6055]

Now we hv Twitter vs fb

[@Burebista_82-44B.C]

Tyson in his Prime 85-89' was UNBEATABLE vs whatever boxer you want 👑

[@brucescott4261]

@Burebista_82_44B.C ...Tyson was never never in his prime. Tyson's prime was spent in prison.

[@Mizpah5]

Correct

[@trevorrogers8092]

Yep

[@marty2090]

Nobody is unbeatable. Also, plenty of fighters could beat Tyson in his prime.

[@dougvuillemot8670]

Nope the time right after that was his prime. He was locked up.

[@Oooo-bi7bi]

Mike is the dictionary definition of a living legend.

[@mr6688]

I was 19 years old when Holmes vs Ali fight happened, people have to understand why Holmes was hated so much for beating Ali, Ali was the most popular person in the world, not just America but the entire planet, they used to take global surveys on who was the most popular and admired person and Muhammad Ali was consistently No.1, he was literally a living legend and beloved by the world.

[@craighoward6243]

Ali, Also told His beloved sparing partner. One day your time will come, I want you to keep inside your head. You must K O or make the champ quit. This means even me, true conversation! This is why Larry was upset. During the post fight interview in his dressing room! Ali told him Ali loved Larry Holmes. Ali thought he would have been retired by then😢

[@lwmson]

I was 19 too when this fight took place, and I vividly remember how Holmes resented having to fight Ali, who was his idol too. Holmes even begged Ali not to take this fight, but Ali insisted. Holmes even pulled punches in that fight in an effort not to hurt Ali and cried in the dressing room after the fight was over. So I think it is very unfair to despise Holmes for doing a job he was paid to do and one he really didn't want to do. Ali may been the most revered man on the planet, but it was he and not Holmes who insisted on having this fight.

[@tanikajames9996]

And he deserves it for more than boxing. ❤️

[@INFIN1TY-]

Ali should have never been allowed to fight that fight.

[@jamesv.7041]

@@tanikajames9996 I never cared much for the egotist, humility will always win in my book and always comes back around for us - as it did in Ali's case.

[@castortroy9373]

This was not a match...Mike was on a mission. Mission was fully accomplished. He will always be a GOAT in my book.

[@sheperdjohnson1185]

I love all three fighters! For different reasons though. Ali was the greatest of all time. Tyson was just a killer power house and youngest heavyweight in history. Holmes was one of the most or the most underrated heavyweight. He definitely was no n slouch!! Mu h respect for these champions!

[@brucescott4261]

Castor Troy ...Tyson would have never defeated the prime Larry Holmes. The former said it, himself. You're just another Tysonite.

[@miloradjanjic4660]

@@brucescott4261 hhahahha

[@hasaanhasani]

@@brucescott4261holmes got destroyed lol

[@BIgMan-zb1wz]

Mike was amazing and is iconic but hes no where near great imo

[@michaelmarquez966]

When I was a kid Mike Tyson had the worst reputation. The truth is he was just a sweet dude that got in a lot of trouble in fame and everyone shamed him for his problems. It’s beautiful to see how he’s turned his life around and how he’s so respected. He is one of boxing’s greatest.

[@yowwowtow]

Same here, lots of magazines about his temper but everything I see him in he’s so humble and soft spoken

[@mrconfusion87]

It did not help Tyson was surrounded by sharks like Don King... 🤮

[@8280JKJK]

tyson is just a different breed. look at the stark contrast in footwork, head movement, agility, speed, power.tyson was so respectful when cus was alive.

[@dapperking]

I love how humble and graceful Mike was after the victory, respect!

[@vernonleewarren280]

I definitely respected that. Always show respect for those who are great and has paved the way for you

[@kdm313]

That last line by Mike every head must bow, and every tongue must confess that Ali is the greatest. That was beautiful. I got choked up.

[@FJH262]

Mike would have beaten Ali as well He is Frazier 2.0

[@EliSassine-xw8of]

@@FJH262 kid Larry Holmes would destroy Mike if he was in his prime, so stop the cap, you must not know who Larry Holmes is. He won against Muhammad Ali in like 1965, and he lost against Mike Tyson in 1996 see look at that difference

[@EliSassine-xw8of]

@@FJH262 he was very old

[@drstew1]

This is one fine quote. A great TShirt with words that deep will look amazing!

[@nisagomez4366]

@@EliSassine-xw8of Ali was old in the Holmes win. Soooo.

[@chriso1585]

Tyson showed nothing but respect for Holmes saying he wouldn’t have stood a chance if Holmes was in his prime and that he was a great fighter. Great period in boxing history and the most exciting period of boxing in my life

[@emmanuelwolf6568]

Tyson was unreal in his prime, considering how quickly he moved up the ranks to be heavyweight champion. Its one in a million shot, but you could see his spirit in his eyes right from the start, unbeatable.

[@chaleefoo1]

It's Tyson's humbleness that truly made him a legend. To be a fighter of that caliber but show that respect and humbleness to others is truly amazing.

[@anomalyp8584]

That's because he was a kid when he idolised Ali.

[@PhaseGod]

Mike being the one to avenge Ali is absolutely legendary, wish I would’ve been around to watch the heavyweight fights in the 80’s and 90’s

[@kevinmalone3210]

That was just alot of unnecessary hype. Ali needed to retire after '78, and never fight Holmes. What choice did Holmes have? If he didn't fight Ali, he would look afraid and have a damper put on his reputation. After he slaughtered Ali, the press railroaded him and just gave him a raw deal. Holmes in his heyday was an awesome fighter, but after the Spinks fight, Holmes would've been better off by staying retired too. He was past his prime when he fought Tyson, who was too quick and powerful for Holmes.

[@KEIMO481ZONE]

​@@kevinmalone3210 and Holmes was begging the ref for a few rounds to stop the fight against Ali like you said a bunch of hype cause there was nothing to avenge

[@ardradiva]

the 90s was the true golden age of heavyweights. More contenders, bigger, stronger men in much better physical condition. Tyson and Holyfield were so ripped guys had to really up their game or be quickly destroyed. They raised the bar for sure.

[@apex_prowler95]

Revenge for what? Larry loved Ali. Blame the boxing commission that made Ali a mandatory. Skip ahead 2 years and Larry kicks Mike azz. Larry fought better competition in his comeback than Mike fought his whole career. This is #nothingness hype.

[@brucescott4261]

@@apex_prowler95 ...I concur, totally!!! Ali should have remained in retirement, PERIOD!!!

[@ramirobenavidez1975]

Can't get over how mature and skilled Mike was as a champion during his first year's...let's not forget he's the youngest heavy weight of all time.

[@Aaron-fl2iv]

And smallest. (Height-wise)

[@stevepalpatine2828]

He was fighting every month in the mid 80's. Boxers at that level now barely fight once or twice a year. 80's Tyson was a machine.

[@cerealkilla8930]

Mike Tyson is such a humble guy. He seems like a wonderful person. I wish him all of the best.

[@wmadoro]

"When I get bigger, I'm gonna get him for you." Pricelsss. 💪🏽

[@raji6803]

'The king is dead. Long live the new king'

[@djfusiont]

Love the COD4 music. Got instant nostalgia hearing it.

[@FTFKero]

I cant even focus on the video becouse of it lmaooo

[@elliott3403]

it's just reminding me of the cod4 menu screen

[@jimmyjenkins2628]

Holmes is grossly underrated. 48-0 with 20 title defenses in 10yrs which is more than every boxer except Joe Louis. His career spanned over 30 yrs. He wasn't saving face after beating Ali. He was genuine in his words

[@shikarbabulall3897]

This Holmes guy looked crap

[@jimmyjenkins2628]

@@shikarbabulall3897 Tell me you don't know boxing history without telling me you done know boxing history lol

[@crowfather0249]

​@@shikarbabulall3897He was 38, junior.

[@hugostiglitz491]

​@@DeadManWalking-ym1ooHolmes asked the ref to stop the fight

[@david-468]

@@DeadManWalking-ym1oothat’s so stupid, and for what? So you ali-worshippers can proclaim he was never beaten within 12 rounds? Well he should’ve retired or actually done it

[@roymartin500]

Tyson's body shots are ruthless. He never takes his eyes off of Holmes's eyes when giving each body blow so everyone of them are suprises. Pure muscle memory retained by his training.

[@eddieknight8296]

,that was chicken 🐓 squat of punk ass Holmes he's a big bum

[@eddieknight8296]

Glad iron Mike crushed his no good ass

[@vernonleewarren280]

Absolutely! Those body punches looked extremely painful. I'm sure he probably was spitting up blood after that fight

[@mofomoco]

Mike is so humble. Way smarter than people think. Keep on keepin on MT!

[@jaymiller6009]

“When I grow up, I’ll fight Holmes and get him back for you.” -14 year old Mike Tyson to Muhammad Ali during a phone conversation the day after Ali lost to Holmes. Mike Tyson made sure to keep that promise. Just imagine the pride that both Mike Tyson and Ali both had as a result of Tyson not only beating Holmes, but dominating him.

[@user-dc9oq2pr6v]

Yea he dominated a 38 year old retired man how awesome 🙄

[@jaymiller6009]

@user-dc9oq2pr6v That is quite the accomplishment considering all you could dominate is a half quart of vodka and a plate of perogies…

[@filip000]

How can you not love Mike. So much love for him

[@nolesrule69069]

I could think of a couple reasons, but im with you. Love him

[@anonymousdude4011]

It’s easy to love a screw up. So much wasted potential.

[@filip000]

@@nolesrule69069 Sssshhhh

[@marioarguello6989]

I agree, he is a lovable mugger, rapist and who knows what else.

[@Marcuswelby-nx2te]

He's a thug

[@dl3988]

I watched this live, but rewatching it again after all these years, Tyson's sheer ferocity and power are shocking. I know Holmes was past his prime in this fight, but you can see even he was surprised by Tyson's speed and power. What a fight, what an era.

[@philhelm1318]

I was born in 1980, and was sadly not interested in boxing at the time, but I got hooked on Mike Tyson knockout videos one night. He was a monster.

[@NotSoTypikal]

SHOCKING is right!!! My mouth was wide open the whole time!!! My daughter asked “WHAT ARE YOU OVER THERE LOOKING AT”!?!? 😂😂😂

[@supermax5000]

Facts!

[@Taxable_Trophy]

Ali was also past his prime when he fought Holmes,

[@jaanus0903]

@@philhelm1318i was born 1980 too. And i remember watching this fight with my father. I am estonian and this fight was so big that it was televised even in Soviet Union at a time. Because of the time difference I remember vividly that my dad let me stay up late with him to see it . Being so young I didn’t understand much about boxing, but staying up late and watching it with my father made me feel it was something special.

[@brunoramos9747]

Mike Tyson was And is the most humblest man

[@manoloborja388]

If he was at his best I wouldn't stand a chance ...wow, what humility. That's a real man.

[@mineduck3050]

Tyson was something else. I was 11 yrs old with a HBO free weekend when he fought live once. There was fear just looking at him on the TV and I don't think it was because I was a kid, that was just Mike. He was the scariest man alive for a very long time.

[@SW-Lopez1980]

I agree🏆 I watched him on Paperview and he always looked like he was getting Revenge for someone, very scary fighter. He was & is an absolute legend🏆

[@richardg5.052]

No joke

[@kieranito]

Holmes was the most underappreciated champ of all time, there I said it

[@eggoslayer1001]

He's without question a top 10 heavyweight of all time. People hated him back in the day but he's gotten the respect as time has passed. He was absolutely dominant in his prime and it's unfortunate that him and Tyson fought when he was past that prime because it could have been an all time great fight. Not to say that I think he would have beaten young driven Tyson, but he certainly wouldn't have crumbled so easily.

[@TheGOAT-dr1sq]

@@eggoslayer1001 Prime Larry would beat prime Tyson in my opinion because Tyson struggled with long jabbers like James Tillis who took Tyson the distance… Holmes was more skilled than tillis, better jab, faster, and more punching power he would slap Tyson with the jab for most of the fight and let Tyson use up his energy then in the late a rounds he would go inside and hammer Tyson and knock him out… and if Tyson makes it past Holmes’s jab the best he can do is knock him down cus Holmes keeps getting up like what we saw him do against Ernie Shavers

[@anonymousdude4011]

@@TheGOAT-dr1sq The man who could withstand Shavers, Norton, and Weaver would have worn Tyson down and taken him out. The outcome (in my opinion) would be Holmes by KO in the 11th round.

[@TheGOAT-dr1sq]

@@anonymousdude4011 I agree that’s how imagine the fight going as well

[@marioarguello6989]

That would be Gene Tunney, then Holmes.

[@DocSherif]

No one in history of boxing could even come close to Mike when he was facing Larry can u see that speed agility brutality of his punches He was insane

[@2000Dannyboy]

“In this situation, every head must bow, every tongue must confess, this is the greatest of all time” WOW that’s powerful stuff from Mike

[@PoisonousPen]

“Every head must bow, every tongue must confess: he’s the greatest of all time.” Awesome quote at the end my Mike there 👌

[@Corina_June_Cunningham]

Larry Holmes made 20 defenses of the Heavyweight title over a seven year reign and could/should have retired 48-0. Larry is considered to have the best jab in history and could use it as an offensive weapon to make openings for his slashing right hand. Holmes possessed a rock-hard chin, huge heart and excellent stamina.

[@deanrafferty1981]

took on the spinks fight to equal marcianos record...regarded an upset but any boxer would love to equal that at heavyweight. i watched burt sugars top 10 all time heavyweights...holmes #9

[@Ehrle6969]

Holmes should lost to smith or Thomas he Had luck the refs Had a good day

[@thediaz07]

@@Ehrle6969 never watched those fights...you're saying Pinklon Thomas and James Smith beat Holmes?

[@m.dorado6966]

Larry didn't possess a hard chin that night. Tyson mopped him all over the ring.

[@Corina_June_Cunningham]

@@m.dorado6966 Buster Douglas' mother suffered a stroke and died on January 18, twenty three days before the fight. "She was his centerpiece," J.D. McCauley, Douglas' trainer and uncle, said at the time. "I think, if anything, James will turn this into a positive. I really believe that." Those around Douglas sensed a new resolve when he went back into training after his mother's funeral. He was dedicated like never before. 37-0 with 33 KO's unstoppable Mike Tyson was only 23 years old on the night of the fight, February 11, 1990. Buster showed his mother 'heart' and determination in this fight!

[@TNBShooter360]

man mike tyson is the goat for me.

[@jcdova29]

Larry Holmes was a great champion. It’s a shame he doesn’t get his proper credit.

[@thediaz07]

Damn Mike's life story is INSANE! You could make 10 movies off em...a lil kid speaking with Ali and telling him he's going to defeat Holmes later on then ACTUALLY DOES IT.

[@boiisarthak]

'Go, get him for me' was the greatest motivation for mike

[@jamesharrison2763]

I feel like the respect your enemy thing has kind of disappeared over the the last few years. These legends knew what it meant.

[@ParrotMan01276]

There are so many legends in this video. That ending clip of Ali and Tyson was beautiful. Holmes dominating Mercer was epic.

[@BigtimeSauce]

♥

[@enemyofmyenemy6713]

never been another like Tyson, hungry, fierce, brutal almost unstoppable. my favorite Boxer

[@LissaBroyles]

Overrated media/promoter created hype machine & everyone fell for the lie. Built his rep vs human heavybags & went 0-3 in his 3 biggest fights. 4th best heavyweight of the mid 80s-mid 90s era.

[@mike54HDW]

@@LissaBroyles we would knock you out easy so stfu

[@user-vy8zn8ku3o]

Mike Tyson is a pure soul. He is brave, out spoken, yet a really kind and compassionate man.

[@user-zz6tb7vy9w]

people needed to be alive to witness Tyson... doesnt matter how cool and badass you are, when Tyson entered the ring, you know your time´s up

[@josephpepe2607]

Larry Holmes in his prime was fantastic. I live literally 20 minutes from his house and have met him on multiple occasions. He’s an extremely nice man.

[@kevinmalone3210]

I've always liked Holmes, except when he made that comment about Rocky Marciano, but oh well, nobody's perfect, but really it was uncalled for. Holmes ended up bitter for not being able to surpass or at least tie Marciano's record.

[@blaser80]

Holmes in legend in and out of the ring, all the good work he does for the local community is something not spoken about enough.

[@King6d9]

Can we all agree Larry did nothing wrong he had no choice when it came to Ali. Larry was a great champion who was snubbed his entire career. One of the best jabs Ive ever seen.

[@xGhostRidah]

Well said

[@tyjandrews]

Amen. 🙏

[@conedx]

ali is the one that did something wrong, really. he was in no shape to fight at that point but insisted on it happening (maybe for the huge pay day. maybe because he's frickin' ali and box is what he does). holmes couldn't go in there, as world champ, and take it easy on him. he had to put it to him. ali probably would have been offended if holmes took it easy on him.

[@goldiekoi935]

Reminds me how people treat Jake Paul today. Obviously Jake Paul is weaker though. These punches are on another level.

[@Gamevet]

@@conedx That was Don King whispering into Ali's ear to convince him to fight Larry. Ali had a hard time getting a boxing license, because of his condition.

[@BeforeThisNovember]

There’s few things that hit my soul these days, but hearing how MIKE TYSON talks about Ali… shivers.

[@Chubbycones]

such an incredible friendship between legends, heartbreaking as it is heartwarming.

[@Zeus-kj7nn]

Tyson, the best past, present and future. I doubt we'll see this level of boxing again. What an era to be alive.

[@brucescott4261]

@Zeus-kj7nn ...False!

[@Zeus-kj7nn]

@@brucescott4261 True 🤡

[@mitsuninkhiangte5771]

heroes are born everyday

[@shunshun4861]

Maybe so but he'll be black that's fa damn sho

[@alexandermacdonald7547]

The best? What loss did he ever avenge?

[@jeremywolsey5997]

Mike so humble. He was no monster, just a great fighter. Love ❤ this man.

[@rafaelsoriano180]

Greatest boxer of all time the Legend Muhammad Ali🙌

[@TheBjjninja]

Muhammad Ali, the only man that could make Mike Tyson look like a 12 year old kid.

[@jimmyjenkins2628]

I love the respect boxers gave eachother back then. That respect is gone in today's boxing world

[@vernonleewarren280]

Absolutely!

[@KinnereyB]

The fight vs Holmes and Ali was one of the hardest things I’ve ever watched 😢 I remember it to this day. Ali was my dad’s idol, Ali and Sugar Ray got my dad into boxing, and he was telling little 9yo me that Ali didn’t belong in there anymore. It’s the first I’d ever seen of this legend, and couldn’t imagine him being the greatest ever. He still is.

[@DRose2Fast]

Ali had Parkinson's disease since at least 1975 from when the symptoms really began to be noticeable. In the fight against Holmes, it was extremely noticeable due to the lack of mind and body coordination and lack of activity from Ali. He knew what to do but his body would not respond at all. Now, had Ali been free of Parkinson's disease, even an older (but healthy) Ali would have beaten a prime Holmes.

[@mrconfusion87]

​@@DRose2Fast Ali himself said Thrilla In Manila took a toll on him despite winning it...

[@SamareDoTelke]

8:25 is when Larry knew he was in the middle of the pacific ocean

[@richierich4810]

What Tyson said at the end is such respect man! gave me goosebumps! & you can see Ali was holding it back.

[@ChokyoDK]

These videos are just amazing. Bringing a lot of knowledge and boxing stories to a younger audience who didn't get the privilege to witness these fights in their time.

[@yowwowtow]

The world was devastated when Ali lost but Holmes honored him too by not holding back imo but it’s such a great story to hear Tyson train and claim that victory for his idol

[@error8119]

Mike said he was gon get big and get him, he ain’t get big, but he got him all the same😂

[@torresstr8]

No one gives Mike Tyson credit for how gracious he was here.

[@Saygoodnightfight]

Jesus Christ - just from seeing that footage of Holmes and Ali sparring - it’s not wonder Ali had massive neurological issues later in life - they are literally trying to slam each other’s heads off

[@jordanslingluff287]

Ali had Parkinson's. That is neurological but I've never heard a connection between head trauma and it's development.

[@bunnyfreakz]

Parkinson is genetic disease. Ali already had early stage parkinson when fought Larry. It was really pitiful and should not happen.

[@mikethorson4031]

​@@jordanslingluff287there very much is a relation between trauma and parkinsons, and also MS.

[@mikethorson4031]

Correct, Ali said it himself - its all from the sparring, not the fights.

[@jordanslingluff287]

@@mikethorson4031 If you have a medical study I would love to see it? Otherwise it's here say.

[@jkephart4624]

Tyson looking like a kid meeting his idol for the first time, everytime ge was around Ali is more wholesome than anything

[@catalinconstantin8080]

Thank you for all these great memories that I never lived but live here through your videos

[@robesonbennett1014]

"Age is just a number when you have elite boxing skills to fall back on"- BLTV Classic, 2023

[@andyking5431]

Meaning?

[@stillshot2]

Someone experienced that is old and deconditioned will still destroy an amateur with no technique despite being in better shape

[@brucescott4261]

Robinson Bennett ...False!

[@kevinmalone3210]

Oh yeah? Sorry, but that's naive at best when it comes to professional sports, especially boxing. A man's reflexes just aren't as fast when he's, say in his mid to late 30's compared to his 20s. Put an elite fighter, such as Tyson was in his 20s, against the 38 yr old elite fighter, Larry Holmes, and the result? Holmes got destroyed.

[@Phoenix7786]

I will always admire the humility this Tyson showed.

[@_dewit9906]

bro ali and tyson have the bond we all strive for

[@Marwan-uv1fc]

Legend of the game

[@ludrixte1938]

Holmes only lost to champions. 7 years 48-0. True GOAT.

[@airacks5258]

I love this channel. I’m creating memories with my youngest son watching this. It’s amazing how greatness can be noticed by all ages. Thank you for your work.

[@velder22]

One thing I notice about all these videos is Tyson handled the mic like a pro, he always have the right answer

[@WatchFelineSpine]

I got into old boxing vids recently because of my grandpa, Tyson was such a beast! i can’t wait to find more rivalry stuff like this 👏👏

[@dazzaMusic]

I don’t think any legend could’ve beaten a prime Mike Tyson the way he moves his arms with such power no one has or will ever replicate that.

[@Jeroensgambling]

Take into account, that Tyson was only 14, to have D'Amato say he's going to be the next world champion. Talking about a visionary combo.

[@R3CLILNA]

i think frazier or foreman could beat him

[@tredwan291]

i believe foreman would have a good chance

[@Ehrle6969]

​@@R3CLILNA frazier lose same speed Like his son to tyson

[@R3CLILNA]

@@Ehrle6969 then, i know sugar r robinson isn’t a heavyweight, but he could beat him probably

[@lisafanucchi5939]

Ali’s whisper to Mike, and Mikes nod. That’s the magic right there!!! 🥊🤩🥊🤩🥊🤩

[@elizabethanderson2968]

Respect to BLTV for editing such great historical clips x

[@Rockstopmotion]

Lol 1:50 call of duty modern warfare theme

[@lukegretton8220]

"every head must bow, every tongue must confess, that this is the greatest if all time." Ali wasn't the only poet in the heavyweight division

[@romainlavoie1526]

It was a COLD day in Montreal on January 22, 1988. I talking bone chilling. But no one cared ! Sports fans had been waiting long for that evening. I had just 18 three months earlier and trust me ! We had reserved our table at our favorite sports bar to see the Man that was representing the face of a generation ! The Generation X ''' Iron Mike Tyson '''' He was The Man and still is ! And boy did he took care of business and we cheered him on through out the fight ! In the four corners of the globe - every young men were chanting TYSON TYSON TYSON !!

[@simonacland9028]

Beautiful to see Holmes being so humble in that interview, it's like I'm so sorry brother.

[@ronaldmartin6926]

Love his humility.

[@IAmRayAnthony]

Psychedelics have helped Mike bloom into his full potential as a human being. He has such a beautiful mind and heart. I'm so proud of him. He's come so far. #salute #love #respect

[@user-ts5qw6tr9b]

Drugs didn't help him. He'd be better without the.. no human needs drugs. They need to address their trauma.

[@nickson316]

Always love these Tyson recaps

[@Jst4funn]

Tyson shows class for his heroes and doesn't claim to replace them.

[@TheRisingSun2811]

How is this quote not heat..."When I get big, Ima get em for you!"

[@markadler8968]

What an absolute beast Tyson was in his prime. If you look at the promo clip of him at 7:12 his neck is wider than his head. Terrifying.

[@afrimidrizoski2712]

Mike never reached his prime

[@kevinmalone3210]

Not to mention, the way he absolutely slaughtered Holmes, by knocking him down 3x, a guy of his size, even though Holmes was past his prime by then, it was still impressive the way he took Holmes out.

[@sososnagahae8169]

@@afrimidrizoski2712 he never reached his peak, he did have a prime tho

[@soleknight3212]

@@kevinmalone3210 Holmes was never KO'd before or after this fight and went on another 10 years, going the distance with Holyfield and even beating a prime Mercer! He was older and rusty when he faced Tyson, but far from shot. Mike never gets the credit he deserves for the WAY he dismantled a true ATG.

[@Perspectiveside]

The best creator of boxing content in KZbin. There’s not bad video with Boxing Legends.

[@KC-bg1th]

God damn, did Cus train a monster. Look at how sharp, and blindingly fast that jab is at 8:31 Tyson was a short, low-reach, in-fighter that relied on offensive movements (weaving, stepping in) for defense. In baseball, a lot of the time it's considered a waste of time and effort to work on something you'll rarely utilize because it's far more beneficial to master your strengths than try and cultivate and foster your weaknesses. Cus saw Tyson, and knew that he had raw talent. In baseball, the legends of the sport are 5 tool players when most players will only have 2 tools that they focus on (speed, power, contact, baserunning, fielding). Cus saw that Tyson was one of these rare athletes that are innately talented, and knew that Tyson could utilize a jab despite it having no business being in his arsenal (beyond the basics of what a jab is meant for) When you get a scientist like Cus, and have him experiment on a specimen like Tyson, you get a heavyweight monster that throws punches he isn't built for as fast as fighters that are almost half his weight. My assumption on Tyson's explosive speed is that Cus knew that you could circumvent the flaw of peekaboo by just having more speed. If you can't throw an effective punch, or wind up fast enough from peekaboo, all you need to do is throw the punch faster. Otherwise, all the weaving, slipping, and ducking means nothing if the opponent just needs to watch for you to start making a punch. This level of brute force perseverance is only possible through the mutual trust and faith Tyson and Cus had in each other. You can't become faster than fast unless you genuinely believe you can reach that next level.

[@rishabharya3329]

That was hard😮😮

[@Chris_Styles]

7:50 this was like that mad rush of pre-work before the gym

[@Stuart267]

Hollywood couldn't come up with a story as great as this even in their golden years. The bond Tyson shared with Ali is beautiful & the fact he got revenge for his idol is the stuff Hollywood could only dream of.

[@MrMace313]

Tyson is so humble at the end. Bows to his idol.

[@thodstagshorn1198]

Watched this fight countless times, seen it live on TV and had it recorded on VHS. Definitely my favorite Tyson KO.