MF & DAZN: X Series 005 Jay Swingler v NichLmao, Who won the PFL Challenger Series last night? It is a city of fights and fighters, of hockey and heroes, of broken dreams and immortal glory, a city unlike any other. With his never back style, granite chin and knockout power, he was a really exciting fighter to watch. Yes, Frazier is a better fighter than a Foreman, even though Foreman beat him up, twice. A tall, rangy, Olympic gold medallist with a pulverising jab, high ring IQ and KO power, British-born Lewis could be even higher on this list. He was light on his feet, moving around George a lot, and using sharp body-head combinations. It is a damn shame and TRAGEDY what happened to Mike. Lewis beat tyson and evander and every boxer he ever faced. He was able to knock everyone out with every type of punch, even with a simple jab. Back in the day, Leonard was also part of "The Fabulous Four.". Lennox Lewis: Of all the legendary names to inhabit a heavyweight era in the 1990s that was one of the deepest in boxing history, Lewis might very well be its best and most complete fighter. The order in which we presented the respective lists had no logic; we started with the middleweights, before going on to rank the bantamweights, light heavyweights, flyweights, featherweights, welterweights and, most recently, the lightweights but naturally, we saved for last the guys at the top of the beanstalk: the big men; the heavyweights. Among his vanquished foes are Sam Langford, Tommy Burns, James J. Jeffries, Stanley Ketchel, Jim Flynn, Joe Jeannette and Sam McVea. Tyson would have destroyed a peak Holmes. Tyson could never deal with adversity, which is why he doesnt belong on the list of ATGs. Frazier was able to knock everyone out with it. He was a pressuring fighter who was really explosive (especially with his left hook). For example, they both had knockout power and they both used their size and strength to control their opponents in the clinch. As Joe liked to say, Nuff said.. Mike Tyson started every fight by putting pressure on his opponents. 49. Nikolay Valuev (1993-2009, 50-2-0): 233.4, 18. The Brockton Blockbuster owns the most famous heavyweight record: 49-0. Holmes destroying Tyson? No Tyson in the list? Alexander Povetkin (2005 - present, 35-2-1): 148.3, 28. He was very precise with this counter. And dont forget Terrell, Shavers and Chuvalo. Sonny Liston: In the late 50s and early 60s Liston devastated the division with knockouts over Cleveland Williams, Nino Valdes, Roy Harris, Zora Folley and Eddie Machen, before taking the title from Floyd Patterson in 1962. 'Big' George, 71, won the world heavyweight championship repeatedly. He is where he belongs: Honorable Mention, with a lot of other very good but not great heavyweights. In a real fight with Smokin Joe, it was really hard to see the punch coming, because of the way he moved. Bonecrusher Smith happened WAY too early. Sometimes Archie was using the crossguard to bait his opponents. He was usually circling to his left while jabbing his opponents. Sonny Liston (1953-1970, 50-4-0): 625.7, 3. Holyfield 9. In total, he participated in 31 boxing matches with 28 wins, only 3 losses, and 24 knockouts. Holmes defeated famous boxers including Trevor Berbick, Tim Witherspoon, Leon Spinks, Ken Norton, Gerry Cooney, and even the legendary Muhammad Ali. I remember how he destroyed Holmes! Crazy to think Mike Tyson was not part of that list. Fury has made a case to be considered one of the best heavyweights ever, but just how good is he? Both Louis and Ali have stated in their primes, Rocky probably would have beaten them. What about Tyson? Ali is also consistently ranked among the greatest athletes of the century. And if his opponent was a fastout-boxer, who liked to move a lot, Foreman usually pressured him against the ropes where he nullified his opponents speed advantage was nullified. Never knew defeat. Granted you can say in his era there was a lack of talent, but this is beyond his control. Ernie Terrell (1957-1973, 46-9-0): 117.5, 43. Journeyman Leroy Caldwell fought many of the best heavyweights from the late 1960s to the early 1980s. 10. The list obviously includes the likes of Iron Mike Tyson and Muhammad Ali but where do they fall on this boxing heavy Show chat replay. Scoring a pair of second-round TKOs of Joe Frazier and Ken Norton are a sample size of how terrifying Foreman was in his era. That way he dropped Muhammad Ali in their first fight. Sammy Angott 67. But even if you take into account their overall careers, Id still give the edge to Foreman because of his comeback years. To make sure you never miss out on your favourite NEW stories, we're happy to send you some reminders, Click 'OK' then 'Allow' to enable notifications, .css-n1h13z{color:black;color:#fff;}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-n1h13z{color:#fff;}}Published14:07,30 August 2020 BST.css-qdg7d1{color:#72B97D;}@media (prefers-color-scheme:dark){.css-qdg7d1{color:#72B97D;}}| Last updated15:48,12 August 2021 BST. Ruslan Chagaev (1997-2016, 34-3-1): 123.1, 38. Cant make this list without Tyson and Holyfield. DAZN uses cookies to help us deliver our services and improve your user experience. Before he went to jail and before Cus DAmato died, he couldnt be touched. And Ali proved himself the best of them all. Although he didnt make the list, it doesnt mean he isnt a major problem for the legends at the top of this list. Holmes 8. But no style is perfect and every boxer has his weaknesses. Many cite this as a feat of Marciano. Modern heavyweights are often ridiculed as being a pale imitation of the legends of the 20th century whose legacies have been immortalised. Some sort of elaborate prank? And he was able to use it really effectively. And as the other boxers tried to close the distance, Wladimir got into a clinch or headlocked them (which is much easier when fighting with shorter boxers). Primo Carnera (1928-1946, 89-14-0): 111.2, 48. The Youngest Heavyweight Champion ever, a record that will never be broken, is the only true accolade Mike has to his name. His style relied mostly on footwork, speed and timing. So Marciano was always trying to close the gap and start an infight. I like him more now that he is HONEST about his career, his shortcomings. And lame. Oliver McCall (1985-2019, 59-14-0): 121.6, 40. Jason Silva-USA TODAY Sports. Fury has combined pure boxing skills with underrated punching power to a supreme level amidst his growing dominance. But its his late-career comeback that sealed Foremans greatness. Mike Tyson was the best fighter I ever saw. Click Agree to accept our use of cookies or you can choose to opt out of our use of cookies by following the instructions in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Notice. What time is Shevchenko vs. Grasso tonight? Maybe that was the reason why he has such a knockout power. It fell apart too soon for the youngest ever heavyweight champ, whose life and career unravelled quickly - but in the 1980s Tyson tore through the division like nobody before or since. No one better to learn from. And Kevin McBride TKOd Tyson is SIX. George Foreman. 4 Naoya Inoue. Louis is the prime example of what it means to be a boxing legend. Ali finished his career with a 56-5 record with 37 KOs. Primo Carnera (1928-1946, 89-14-0): 111.2 48. Robinson cannot beat a heavyweight. Jack Johnson won the heavyweight belt in 1908 and become the first African American heavyweight boxing champion. But they, too, are among the greatest of all time, so thats not too shabby. Critics point out that Marciano was small, clumsy and only made six title defences, mainly against ageing opponents. Joe Louis: Deadly power, astonishing timing and accuracy, and an amazing 25 defenses of the heavyweight crown make The Brown Bomber one of the greatest boxers who has ever lived, at any weight. 3. Boxing legends Muhammad Ali, Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis have all secured a place in the top 10 heavyweight boxers of all time. But when it came time for Tyson to fight top prime guys, Hes 0-6 in fights that actually matter. Obviously, Liston has, by far, the longest reach in the heavyweight class back then. Mike Tyson 5. Today's big question Where does Tyson Fury rank among the best heavyweight boxers of all time? The Fight of the Century in March 1971, when he handed Muhammad Ali his first loss, was proof of that. The legendary Joe Louis was named the best of the best across all eras of boxing, with BoxRec awarding the 'Brown Bomber' a whopping 1,012 points. However there is no denying that the current crop a field that includes Wilder,Anthony Joshua, Oleksandr Usyk and more with WBC and The Ring champ Fury sitting top of the heap have produced the most exciting spell for the 200lbs+ realm in a long time. I think he is one of the greatest because of how better he was than his competition. Dempsey 14. Not his fault if he fought and beat old men as champ. The Ring magazine ranked him the No.53 of the 100 greatest punchers of all time. But then he threw an uppercut making his opponents fall right into the punch. Couldnt agree more. Watch the DAZN Boxing Show and live fights on DAZN. More athletic and aggressive than Liston. Beating Sonny Liston to win his first championship as a 7-to-1 underdog, defeating chief rival Joe Frazier two out of three times, stopping the undefeated George Foreman as a 4-to-1 underdog (to regain the title), outpointing Kenny . But they were avenged and the degree to which Rahman and McCall were supposed to stand no chance is exaggerated. Holmes or V Klitschko never unified the title to become undisputed like the others. Literally knocking over tomato cans. Any ranking also shouldnt be about which boxer beats which in some fantasy fight. He was known for his deadly hitting power throughout his famous boxing career. Thats insane. This is the website where I share everything Ive learned. His jab wasnt the usual fast and snappy jab that most of the boxers are using. And both components of his fighting game have been on display in all three of his fights against Deontay Wilder one of boxings biggest punchers of all time and his unanimous decision points win over Wladimir Klitschko. The Jeffries fight was a huge event, but I didnt think this a popularity contest and I dont know how to explain that a 6-year retired ex-champion could be considered one of a guys best wins. Your email address will not be published. Top 19 Heavyweights of all time - The Grueling Truth Today we rank the 20 greatest Heavyweights of all time, some on this list may surprise you while others may not. Not a bad list, but a few observations: Here, DAZN lists its 10 Best Heavyweights of All Time, in no particular order. He was also competing in the light heavyweight division althoughnever got the belt there. To be The Greatest, Ali needed rivals to push him and Frazier was one of his best. Go back and watch the Norton fight, even just round 15 if you dont have the time. In more recent times, Deontay Wilder and his 10 consecutive title defenses demonstrated his own feared punching power and greatness that shouldn't be overlooked, either. Ive read a couple of bios and researched that era. Johnsons story as a whole is worth learning about. Cant understand this fixation with Tyson, all these guys mop the floor with Tyson. There couldnt be two more diametrically opposed fighters, in terms of surviving being hurt. It may well be that the best defense is a good offense, and Tyson had been an unstoppable force when coming forward, but he was lost when things didnt go his way. Deontay Wilder! Behind that crisp, piercing jab of his, Holmes enjoyed an eight-year run as world heavyweight champion, defeating the likes of Ken Norton, Earnie Shavers and Muhammad Ali along the way. He beat everyone and won all the belts. Picking just 10 great heavyweights from 100+ years means some elite champions have to miss out. Jimmy Ellis (1961-1975, 40-12-1): 114.2, 47. As the other boxer threw a jab, Ali slightly moved his head, just enough to avoid being hit and then quickly returned a right cross over the top. Holmes went, what, 48-0. Lennox Lewis 11. Current heavyweight superstars Anthony Joshua, Tyson Fury and Deontay Wilder also made the top 50. Plus, hes the only heavyweight world champion to have finished his career undefeated. Nor did he obliterate a mediocre Tony Tucker, both title fights in 1987. Age: 29. Best pure puncher who ever got in a ring. They werent expecting him to generate such power from such short-range, which caught them unprepared. Mike Tyson earn his stripes. He should be considered as one of the best Lightweights of all time. But when the other boxers came close to him, he transitioned to a crossguard so he can defend both his body and his head effectively. Sorry, if Holmes is on they should both be in the top 5. MUHAMMAD ALI 56-5 (37), 1960-1981 ENJOYED three reigns as world champion during a 21-year-career. Muhammad Ali is the greatest heavyweight boxer of all time according to major Sports publications like Sports Illustrated, NBCSports, BBC, and ESPN SportsCentury. Try to forget his social impact, good looks, quotes and even that unique fighting style that saw a 6ft 3in adonis float around the ring like a featherweight - his fists by his sides, daring you to hit him - what makes Ali the No 1 heavyweight ever is something far more concrete. No Holyfield? Posted below are the top 50 heavyweight boxers of all time. Holyfield I choose him because hes very contemporary to MT) doesnt talk trash. Frazier loved this technique changing the levels to make his opponents think hes going to the body and the landing a clean left hook to the head. But Wladimir beat better boxers and has much more title defenses and thats why is ranked higher in this list. The only four-time heavyweight world champion in boxing history, Holyfields victory over Riddick Bowe and wins over Mike Tyson, in particular, more than illustrate his warrior footprint in the sport's lore. Accurate list! What time is the Jay Swingler vs. NichLMAO fight tonight. Ohh the Tysonites who think boxing was invented in 1984 are out in full force. Cant overlook Holmes place in heavyweight history. Cant believe some of these comments! TGT Play! Odds Deals Podcasts US USA Arizona California Colorado Connecticut Florida Georgia Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Louisiana Maryland Michigan New Jersey He was 61 tall, but his reach was really impressive (84 in). Then he was quickly lifting it up while releasing the blow. Instead, Lennox Lewis represents their era as an all time great, and the 11th best ever? Whether it was avenging his loss against Joe Frazier with two victories over his rival,taking the steam out of George Foreman at The Rumble in the Jungle or earning hard-fought wins over the rugged likes of Floyd Patterson and Ken Norton, Alis GOAT legacy resides on the heavyweight throne as the best. Roy Jones Jr. Roy Jones Jr. is also one of the larger fighters on this list. After three years in prison, Tysons quickness was gone. A metropolis where hundreds of young warriors train and battle each day in its many gyms, it is where Archie Moore, Sugar Ray Leonard, Roberto Duran and Bernard Hopkins all found greatness. He has done it all from being a boxing sensation to enjoying a successful career as an actor and a rapper. He is not the greatest because he wasnt a role model. Muhammad Ali's comic line - "Earnie hit me so hard, it shook my kinfolk back in Africa" - was meant in part for laughs but you get his point. He became a national hero at a dark time during the nation's history and a symbol of anti-Nazi sentiment leading into World War 2. The strategy of Smokin Joe was simple to make his opponents step back using his constant pressure, feints, body shots and wrestling techniques (such as pushing the other boxers chest with his head). His prime was a bit like Iron Mike himself: short, sharp and explosive. How do you say Tyson beats Lewis when Lewis actually beat Tyson? Rocky Marciano: With the highest knockout percentage of all heavyweight champions and boasting wins over such greats as Archie Moore, Jersey Joe Walcott, Joe Louis and Ezzard Charles, the undefeated Brockton Blockbuster proved himself a remarkable warrior. If only Cus would have lived ten more years I think Tyson would be top 5. Ya uhm no. It lasted two rounds. Youre the only one with sense. Bob Baker (1949-1959, 51-16-1): 134.4, 34. That way he knocked some of his opponents out, with a quick lead hook, right after exiting the clinch. George Foreman was a classical slugger (or brawler). Evander Holyfield 7. US legend Louis made a record 25 heavyweight title defences and only lost once in his prime: to Max Schmeling, who picked out a flaw in Louiss technique. Belcher, a 15-fight UFC veteran, wrapped up his MMA career after a loss to Michael Bisping in April 2013. Lets set the record straight. Essentially, had he entered the UFC at his best, he'd probably be considered their greatest Heavyweight of all time. Liston was nearly knocked out by Cleveland Williams, and also had trouble from Amos Lincoln, but he beat both of them. Then he just waited for his opponents to take the bait, so he can counter them with a short lead hook to the head. Pure sweet science, master class boxing skills on display from Lewis across his brilliant career. Wheres mike Tyson? They usually, stay at a mid-range, in position dangerous for both for them and for their opponents. Liston wasnt the tallest or the biggest boxer. Drederick Tatum is The Simpsons equivalent of former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. The record speaks for itself. Antoni Nogueira is one of the most accomplished fighters in the history of the heavyweight division. Dont be a hater all your life! Many boxers thoughtthat this makes him predictable and easy to deal with. Nicknamed "Brown Bomber" for his fearsome fists, Joe Louis is considered one of the best heavyweight boxers of all time. In this article, I took into account not only the number of wins of the boxers or the titles they won but also their unique styles and what they bring to the table. But that way Ali was much more mobile and was able to see the punches better and to slip them. Behind that crisp, piercing jab of his, Holmes enjoyed an eight-year run as world heavyweight champion, defeating the likes of Ken Norton, Earnie Shavers and Muhammad Ali along the way. But that was way easier to be said than done. One of the favorite Holyfields combinations started with a quick jab to the head, then he lowered his body and head while making a step forward and throwing a lead a hook to the body. He won the gold medal at the 1960 Olympics and went on to become the first boxer to win the heavyweight title three times. Thats because he has knockout power, especially with his right hand, but he wasnt effective at all when he needed to fight at a close range. Once boxers lose their quickness, theyre never the same. A victory also could put Jones, 35, back in the conversation for top pound-for-pound fighter, a spot currently held by featherweight Alexander Volkanovski. Tyson would never beat Sonny Liston or Joe Frazier or Deontay Wilder for that matter. Holyfields great defensive skills and toughness allowed him to withstand Tysons punches and eventually to knock him out inthe 11th round (in their first fight).