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Jun 1, 2021 · The episode delves into Tyson's conviction and sentencing for the rape of 18-year-old Desiree Washington in 1992 and him biting off part of Evander Holyfield's ear five years later.
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With forty seconds remaining in the round, Holyfield got Tyson in a clinch, and Tyson rolled his head above Holyfield's shoulder and bit Holyfield on his right ear. A one-inch piece of cartilage was torn from the top of Holyfield’s ear, which Tyson spat out onto the ring apron.
Apr 17, 2020 · Mysteriously, the piece of Holyfield’s ear disappeared during the ambulance ride. Doctors performed a 90-minute surgical procedure that included eight stitches to close up the wound, but unfortunately weren’t able to reattach the missing portion. Holyfield’s left ear was bruised but remained intact.
Jun 28, 2022 · It happened during a boxing match in Las Vegas, and was one of the stranger moments in modern sports history. Tyson bit off part of Holyfield's ear and spit it out. Minutes later Tyson bit...
Sep 10, 2023 · In a shocking turn of events, Mike Tyson bit off Evander Holyfield's ear during their infamous rematch, known as 'The Bite Fight.' Tyson's frustrations stemmed from headbutting incidents in their first fight, causing him to lose control and attack Holyfield.
Jun 28, 2024 · On June 28, 1997, Mike Tyson bit Evander Holyfield's ear twice during their championship boxing bout. Tyson was disqualified due to the action by referee Mills Lane.
Nov 18, 2020 · Mike Tyson admitted that when he bit Evander Holyfield’s ear during their 1997 fight, it was because he “wanted to kill him” for headbutting him. Holyfield was on top in the early rounds of the event before Tyson bit one ear, earning him a two-point penalty.
