Vitor Belfort has spent the last few weeks preparing for a showdown with Oscar De La Hoya but those plans were thwarted when the "Golden Boy" tested postive for COVID-19.
In steps Evander Holyfield and the former heavyweight champion presents a different dilemma for Belfort due to his size and power.
Will Holyfield's experience in the ring prove to be vital or will Belfort ensure his switch to boxing is a successful one against his older adversary?
Here's everything you need to know ahead of Evander Holyfield vs. Vitor Belfort.
When is Holyfield vs. Belfort? Date, Start time
- Date: Saturday, September 11th
- Main card: 8 p.m. ET/1 a.m. BST
- Main event approx: 11:00 p.m. ET/4:00 a.m. BST
The Holyfield vs. Belfort card takes place on Saturday, September 11th. The main card begins at 8 p.m. ET in the United States and at 1 a.m. BST in the UK. They are expected to make their walks to the ring at around 11:00 p.m. ET / 4:00 a.m. BST, pending on the outcome of the earlier main card fights.
What Channel/Stream is Holyfield vs. Belfort?
- U.S.: Triller PPV
- UK: Fite TV
Triller will be promoting and screening the fight card in the United States, while international rights have been picked up by Fite.
Where is the Holyfield vs. Belfort Fight?
The card will take place at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, Florida.
Holyfield's Record
Nationality: American
Born: October 19th, 1962
Height: 5ft 11ins
Reach: 77ins
Total Fights: 57
Record: 44-10-2 with 29 KOs and 1 NC
Belfort's Record
Nationality: Brazilian
Born: April 1st, 1977
Height: 6ft
Reach: 74 inches
Total Fights: 0
Record: 0-0
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