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Part 1: Evander Holyfield on Starting to Box at Age 8, Became "1 Punch Holyfield"
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In this clip, Evander Holyfield shares insights into his career journey, which began after the Olympics when he went pro and started to fight as a Light Heavyweight. He describes his first fight with Lionel Byrum at Madison Square Garden as nerve-wracking but also exhilarating, with a packed crowd and feelings of intense rivalry. Moreover, Holyfield recounts his subsequent fights and his knockout wins. Notably, he talks about his struggles with weight, which led to his decision to compete as a Cruiserweight. He describes his first world title fight with Dwight Muhammad Qawi as the toughest of his life. Holyfield emerged victoriously despite losing 15 pounds and battling health issues during the match. The win made him the Cruiserweight champion of the world, marking a significant milestone in his boxing journey.
