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Tyson vs Holyfield II

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Datum 28 June 1997
Locatie MGM Grand Garden Arena , Las Vegas , United States
Land United States
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Organisatie World Boxing Association
Periode Golden Age of Boxing
Land United States
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Mike Tyson vs. Evander Holyfield II — the infamous “Bite Fight.” Tyson was disqualified in round 3 after biting off a chunk of Holyfield’s right ear. One of the most shocking moments in sports history, watched by a worldwide audience.
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One of the most infamous moments in sports history. Frustrated by Holyfield's physical style and a clash of heads that opened a cut above his eye, Tyson bit off a chunk of Holyfield's right ear in round 3, causing pandemonium in the arena and worldwide shock. Tyson was disqualified and later fined $3 million. The 'Bite Fight' transcended boxing and became a defining moment of 1990s pop culture — replayed endlessly and referenced across sports, media and entertainment.

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Mike Tyson
"Iron Mike" Mike Tyson United States
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"The Real Deal" Evander Holyfield United States