CRW Season Week 9 fights 19-20
Posted: 15 Dec 2015, 10:58
Evander Holyfield vs Orlin Norris
Fight info: Arena Mexico, Mexico City, DF, Mexico, 2015-12-14, announcer is Pat Harker, referee is Lou Moret, the bout will be scored by three judges: Burt Clements (United States), Stanley Christodoulou (South Africa) and Marty Bickle (United States), ring card girl is Jill Bloggs, the fighters will compete for the WBO title(s), the bout is scheduled for 15 rounds, WBO-rules are in effect, three KD rule is in effect, save by the bell is in effect, only the referee can stop the fight, mandatory 8 count is not in effect, fight stopped due to an accidental head butt: Tech. Draw through 3/Scorecard after 3, game will check for injuries, game will not adjust ratings for weight class, use judges bias is set to 'none', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Evander Holyfield - Record: 7-0-1 (6) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Phil Borgia - Cut Man: Ray Rodgers
In the blue corner: Orlin Norris - Record: 4-3-1 - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Abel Sanchez - Cut Man: Eddie Aliano
Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters leave their corners and advance toward the center of the ring. 0:0
0:11 Orlin Norris traps Holyfield in the corner! 0:0
0:11 Norris lands a jab to the midsection 0:2
0:27 Holyfield tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 0:2
0:34 Norris lands a brutal uppercut! 0:7
0:34 Holyfield was rattled by that shot and he is hurt! 0:7
0:44 There's a lot of excitement surrounding this fight and the crowd is really showing it. 0:7
0:52 Norris feels his back touch the ropes and immediately moves away. He doesn't want to be trapped there. 0:7
0:57 Holyfield has Norris blocked in! 0:7
0:57 Norris throws a punch and lands. Holyfield scores with a counter. Looks like both fighters were effective in that exchange. 2:9
1:14 You would think Orlin Norris had a brick wall built aroud his midsection as futile as Holyfield looked trying to score there! 2:9
1:20 Oh!!! Norris unleashed a crippling right hand to the head! 2:13
1:20 Holyfield was staggered by that punch! 2:13
1:38 Holyfield doesn't connect with the uppercut. 2:13
1:40 Holyfield takes a solid cross from Norris. 2:16
1:49 Holyfield doesn't have to look for Norris this round as He is right there in front of him. 2:16
1:52 Holyfield punishes Norris with his piston-like jab and if he keeps doing it, he might bust Norris up. 5:16
2:09 Holyfield approaches flat-footed, but continues to move forward, not giving Norris any room to breathe. 5:16
2:17 Norris has an army of supporters in the crowd tonight, judging by the chants we are hearing. 5:16
2:25 Holyfield brushes the ropes and forces his way back to ring center. 5:16
2:29 Orlin Norris looks to his corner. 5:16
2:42 Holyfield grabs Orlin Norris. Too much of this kind of thing can have a negative affect on the scoring of the fight. 5:16
2:51 Norris works his way free! 5:16
3:00 Holyfield misses with what looked like a backhand. He's lucky. If that had landed, he might have drawn a warning. 5:16
3:00 Round 1 of this scheduled 15 rounder ends as the bell sounds. 6:18
Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Holyfield and Norris square off as the bell sounds to start the action for Round 2. 0:0
0:06 Holyfield's corner men did their job with quiet efficiency and confidence. 0:0
0:11 Moret has to pull the fighters away from each other as Holyfield locks up Norris's arms. 0:0
0:20 Holyfield uses his shoulder to force Norris out of the clinch. 0:0
0:26 Holyfield's corner is urging him on. They have been quite vocal tonight. 0:0
0:31 Holyfield rips off a nice right-left combination to the head. 2:0
0:44 Both fighters move in close as Norris goes to the body with an uppercut. 2:2
0:58 Holyfield fires a wild overhand right and misses everything. 2:2
1:00 Norris gets off a jab to the solar plexus 2:4
1:14 Norris scores with a tremendous left! 2:8
1:14 Holyfield is trying to regain his senses after that punch... 2:8
1:33 Norris picks off the combination by Holyfield. 2:8
1:35 Norris buries a hook to the body of Holyfield. 2:11
1:49 Norris is really focused in this round. 2:11
1:57 Holyfield misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 2:11
2:08 Orlin Norris back pedals away from the straight forward attack of Holyfield. 2:11
2:19 Holyfield pins Norris in the corner! 2:11
2:23 Evander Holyfield tries to get fancy with some subtle shoulder movement. When it's done right that kind of thing can throw off an opponent's timing. 2:11
2:32 Norris just landed a three punch combo! 2:15
2:32 Oh my! those were devastating blows! Holyfield is just trying to hang on! 2:15
2:42 Both boxers go back to the middle of the squared circle. 2:15
2:47 Holyfield doesn't look all that graceful but he moves fairly well in the ring. 2:15
2:55 Norris is really focused in this round. 2:15
3:00 There's the bell. That brings Round 2 to a close. 3:17
Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds to start Round 3. 0:0
0:07 Evander Holyfield got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Phil Borgia's instructions work. 0:0
0:12 Holyfield really buried that punch into Norris's ribs. 4:0
0:12 Orlin Norris looks shaken! 4:0
0:30 Orlin Norris lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Holyfield. 4:0
0:33 Holyfield's jab is fast and accurate. 6:0
0:51 Norris lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Holyfield. 6:0
0:58 A cross to body by Holyfield gets through. 8:0
1:22 Holyfield is holding... 8:0
1:31 Norris pushes Evander Holyfield away. 8:0
1:40 We have a lull in the action. 8:0
1:50 Holyfield looks somewhat plodding as he tries to chase down Norris. 8:0
2:03 Evander Holyfield drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 12:0
2:03 Norris appears shaken by those punches! 12:0
2:16 Norris has been watching too much wrestling, the way He's grabbing Holyfield. 12:0
2:21 Norris shoves Holyfield away. 12:0
2:29 The two fighters have chosen to work on the inside and it's Norris who scores with a short hook to the chest. 12:2
2:38 Holyfield slides into a neutral corner... 12:2
2:42 The fighters are tied up. Norris tries to extract himself. He gets his arms free. 12:2
2:47 The Referee breaks it up... 12:2
2:51 Holyfield is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. 12:2
2:54 Holyfield is really focused in this round. 12:2
3:00 Norris's constant movement can be frustrating to an opponent who's not capable of cutting off the ring on him. 12:2
3:00 The Referee has to get between Holyfield and Norris as they glare at one another. He sends them to their corners as the bell sounds to end the round. 12:2
Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The seconds hurry out of Holyfield's corner as the bell sounds for Round 4. 0:0
0:07 There's a punishing hook to the midsection from Norris. 0:3
0:11 Both fighters show virtually nothing in the way of damage. 0:3
0:21 Holyfield lands a devastating hook! 4:3
0:21 Norris is badly hurt! 4:3
0:45 Holyfield wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Norris's defense. 4:3
0:56 Norris grabs and holds Holyfield... 4:3
1:07 Referee Moret has to separate the two... 4:3
1:15 Norris with a lead right to the head. 4:5
1:29 Holyfield lands a strong cross! 8:5
1:29 Norris is suddenly in trouble! 8:5
1:43 Norris dances gracefully across the canvas 8:5
1:53 Norris misses wildly with the hook. 8:5
1:55 Holyfield lands a glancing, overhand right. He just missed landing that one square. 10:5
2:12 Circling left, Holyfield looks for an opening to fire a shot at Norris. 10:5
2:28 Norris is clinching... Evander Holyfield is trying to free his gloves... They are under Norris's arms... 10:5
2:40 Referee Moret separates the two... 10:5
2:49 Norris retreats to his opponents corner... 10:5
2:53 Holyfield just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Norris with a sharp combination! 15:5
2:53 Norris appears shaken by those punches! 15:5
3:00 That's another round in the books as Round 4 comes to an end. 16:5
Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Norris looks to be in good shape as Round 5 gets underway. 0:0
0:06 Phil Borgia was extremely upbeat during the break with Holyfield providing some solid encouragement. 0:0
0:12 Holyfield tries a straight right that's blocked by the gloves of Norris. 0:0
0:14 Both fighters are unmarked at this stage of the fight. 0:0
0:19 Holyfield scores with the jab. 2:0
0:33 Holyfield is trying to free his gloves from under Norris's gloves. 2:0
0:37 Moret has to break them apart. 2:0
0:43 Holyfield gets off a nice little three punch salvo. 4:0
1:01 Norris has his arms wrapped around Holyfield... Now they separate. 4:0
1:05 Moret pries them apart. 4:0
1:15 Holyfield fires and misses. 4:0
1:22 Norris just landed a devastating three punch combo! 4:4
1:22 Holyfield is trying to regroup after those punches... 4:4
1:36 Holyfield ties up Norris. 4:4
1:46 Holyfield and Norris each take a step back. 4:4
1:52 Holyfield retreats into a neutral corner. 4:4
1:52 * Norris is told to keep his glove closed when he hits by Moret 4:7
2:10 Holyfield and Norris are leaning on one another, and referee Moret pushes them apart and tells them to mix it up. 4:7
2:13 Norris is trapped in his opponents corner... 4:7
2:22 * That punch caught Norris clean. He brings his arms up in a defensive posture. Now he pitches forward! Norris goes down after a delayed reaction to the hook by Holyfield! 4:7
2:24 Moret stands over Norris and begins counting... 12:7
2:24 1 12:7
2:25 2 12:7
2:26 3 12:7
2:27 4 12:7
2:28 5 12:7
2:29 6 12:7
2:30 Norris makes it to a knee at the count of 7 but he's still struggling to get his legs under him! 12:7
2:30 * Norris is up, but not out of the woods yet as he still looks groggy. 12:7
2:30 Moret looks into Norris eyes and decides to let the fight to go on... 12:7
2:30 Holyfield picks up the pace sensing he can get Norris out of there! 12:7
2:39 Holyfield traps Norris in the corner! 12:7
2:44 Orlin Norris picks off the jab thrown by Holyfield. 12:7
2:51 Neither fighter wants to stay on the ropes as they are back in the middle of the ring. 12:7
2:55 Holyfield wings a big left hand at Orlin Norris but the latter sidesteps the punch. 12:7
3:00 Holyfield has Orlin Norris cornered! 12:7
3:00 Holyfield fails to connect with that punch. He pushed it out there instead of cutting loose with it. 12:7
3:00 Oh, there's nothing like a knockdown to bring a crowd to it's feet and those in attendance here are cheering loudly as the round closes. 11:7
Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 6 begins. 0:0
0:06 Phil Borgia seemed to pump up Holyfield between rounds. 0:0
0:11 Holyfield cuts loose with a combination and the crowd roars, but the truth is none of those punches landed. Norris had his elbows tucked in nicely. 0:0
0:13 Norris fires a jab to the body 0:2
0:17 Despite the punches landed, both fighters remain unmarked. 0:2
0:27 Holyfield is offering minimal head movement as he comes straight forward. 0:2
0:35 Norris catches Holyfield with a short, powerful hook to the head as Holyfield tried to move inside. That punch stopped Holyfield in his tracks! 0:5
0:43 We have a good crowd on hand tonight 0:5
0:52 Holyfield fires a lead right that Norris manages to avoid. 0:5
0:54 Norris comes in over Holyfield's guard with a solid hook. 0:8
1:08 Norris is probing with his jab as he tries to find an opening in Holyfield's defense. 0:8
1:13 Evander Holyfield connects with a cross. 2:8
1:27 Norris is still trying to find the range with his punches. He's just missing with some of his shots. 2:8
1:34 Holyfield goes to the body with a three punch salvo. 4:8
1:38 Norris eyes look good. He seems to be clear-headed after last round's knockdown. 4:8
1:42 There is a lot less action than we anticipated from these two in this round. 4:8
1:47 Holyfield scores to the body with a jab 6:8
2:04 Holyfield retreats into the upper left corner. 6:8
2:08 Norris is really fluid in his movement. 6:8
2:13 Holyfield goes to the body with an uppercut, though there was not much behind it. 8:8
2:25 * Moret has stopped the action. He is issuing a warning to Holyfield for a low blow. 10:8
2:50 They are back in the center of the ring once again 10:8
2:50 Norris scores with a solid hook under the ribs. 10:11
3:00 The crowd is literally screaming in approval as the two fighters look for a minutes respite after a sizzling round of action. 12:12
Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 It's Round 7 of this scheduled 15 rounder. 0:0
0:11 That cross from Holyfield just missed. 0:0
0:14 Appearance wise these two both look good for this stage of the fight. 0:0
0:18 Abel Sanchez not only gave Norris encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Holyfield. Now it's up to Norris to implement it. 0:0
0:18 Holyfield gets the cross through Norris's guard. 2:0
0:28 Norris put on a good show in his last fight but right now his performance is a bit flat. 2:0
0:31 "Night Train" lands a hard cross, one of the better punches so far this round. 2:3
0:48 Holyfield is jockeying for position as he tries to force Norris back into the corner. 2:3
1:00 Norris scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 2:7
1:00 Holyfield was hurt by those blows! 2:7
1:10 Holyfield backs into the left corner. 2:7
1:14 Norris's not even close with the cross. 2:7
1:21 Holyfield is losing this round and is looking to load up on his punches. 2:7
1:27 Holyfield is trapped in Norris's corner... 2:7
1:27 Norris scores with a hard jab to the body. 2:10
1:43 Norris misses. He had an opening and whiffed with the punch. 2:10
1:45 Holyfield lands a jab. He's using it as both an offensive and defensive weapon on occasions. 4:10
2:00 Look at that subtle shoulder movement. See how Norris rolls them? That throws off your opponent's timing. 4:10
2:16 Norris smothers Holyfield's attack with a clinch! 4:10
2:20 Moret moves in to break the clinch. 4:10
2:24 Holyfield is not having much success cutting off the ring this round. 4:10
2:27 Holyfield has Norris trapped in the left neutral corner... 4:10
2:32 Norris takes a tremendous hook to the jaw! 9:10
2:32 Norris was shaken by that blow! 9:10
2:45 Holyfield wallops Norris with a cross to the liver! 12:10
2:54 Holyfield with a right to the body 14:10
3:00 Norris is pinned in his own corner... 14:10
3:00 Holyfield looks for a breather; he grabs Norris and holds on. Norris pushes Holyfield off and looks for an opening. 14:10
3:00 Now they break clean. 14:10
3:00 The crowd shows their appreciation of the efforts of both fighters, as the two warriors make their way to their respective corners. 15:10
Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell starts the action as Holyfield and Norris leave their corners. 0:0
0:20 Holyfield holds his arms up in disgust as Orlin Norris holds him around his waist. 0:0
0:24 Moret separates the two... 0:0
0:24 Neither fighter shows any wear and tear at this point. 0:0
0:29 Holyfield got some great advice from Phil Borgia between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 8. 0:0
0:34 Norris ends up behind Holyfield as he deftly avoids a straight ahead attack moving to his right. 0:0
0:47 Norris lands a wicked uppercut! 0:4
0:47 Holyfield looks like he was hurt by that punch! 0:4
1:06 * Holyfield lands a hard hook to the head and Norris is down!! 0:4
1:09 Moret motions Holyfield to a neutral corner and starts the count. 8:4
1:09 1 8:4
1:10 2 8:4
1:11 3 8:4
1:12 4 8:4
1:13 5 8:4
1:14 6 8:4
1:15 Norris lurches to his feet at the count of 7 but he stumbles and is down on his knees again. He's making another effort! 8:4
1:15 * Norris is up and leaning on the ropes. Now he comes off them and looks toward Evander Holyfield. 8:4
1:15 Moret is looking at Norris closely, and he will allow the fight to continue. 8:4
1:15 Holyfield stunned Norris with that last shot and Holyfield's killer instinct has kicked in as he looks to end the fight. 8:4
1:33 Norris smothers Evander Holyfield's attack as Holyfield tries to get off some shots inside. 8:4
1:39 Norris moves into a neutral corner. 8:4
1:44 Holyfield can't score with short uppercut inside. Norris got his gloves in front of the punch. 8:4
1:55 Holyfield fires a left hand that Norris takes high on the shoulder. 8:4
2:01 Orlin Norris slides into his own corner... 8:4
2:01 Holyfield's cross finds a home on Norris's jaw. 10:4
2:01 Holyfield has Norris in a world of trouble. Let's see if he can finish him here in the 8th. 10:4
2:10 Norris backs into a neutral corner. 10:4
2:15 Holyfield tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 10:4
2:26 That punch actually went behind Norris's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Holyfield. 10:4
2:28 Norris bobs and weaves his way inside and lets his hands go, scoring with a hook. 10:6
2:43 Holyfield misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 10:6
2:54 Norris is holding Evander Holyfield tighter than most men do their wives -- or girlfriends! 10:6
2:58 Orlin Norris pushes Holyfield away. 10:6
3:00 Holyfield is blocked in his own corner... 10:6
3:00 Holyfield appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 10:6
3:00 The bell sounded, ending the round but it's a wonder the referee and the fighters could hear it over the noise being made by the crowd. That knockdown really pumped up the spectators here tonight. 10:6
Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 As the bell sounds to begin Round 9, we will see if Holyfield can take advantage of the knockdown he scored last round. 0:0
0:07 Whatever Phil Borgia said to him in the corner between rounds must have had some effect as Holyfield has some spring in his step here in the 9th round. 0:0
0:12 Holyfield looks to land a hook but misses the mark. 0:0
0:14 Both of these guys look just like they came out of their dressing rooms - not a mark on them. 0:0
0:20 Holyfield moves into the right corner. 0:0
0:20 The cross scores for Norris. He needs to throw that punch more often. 0:2
0:31 Norris gets in close and comes straight up to the chin of Holyfield with an uppercut. 0:4
0:44 Norris is trapped in the corner... 0:4
0:44 Holyfield lands consecutive uppercuts to Norris's midsection. 2:4
1:02 Norris works free! The fighters move to ring center. 2:4
1:21 Holyfield misses with that punch. 2:4
1:27 Norris lands a quick jab. He'd like to keep Holyfield on the end of that punch. 2:6
1:55 Holyfield is working hard to keep this fight at close quarters. 2:6
1:55 Orlin Norris appears to be rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 2:6
2:08 Norris fires a shot, but it glances off Holyfield's shoulder. 2:6
2:15 Norris has Holyfield trapped! 2:6
2:20 Norris lands a paralyzing combination! 2:10
2:20 Holyfield is suddenly in trouble after those punches! 2:10
2:39 The fight has moved back to the middle of the ring. 2:10
2:43 Norris is showing some fancy footwork tonight as he moves around Holyfield. 2:10
2:48 Norris has Evander Holyfield pinned! 2:10
2:52 Norris voluntarily moves onto the ropes. 2:10
2:57 This has been a very close round 2:10
3:00 The bell stops the action as Holyfield and Norris go back to their corners. 3:12
Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 10. 0:0
0:14 Orlin Norris scores to Holyfield's midsection with a combination. 0:2
0:18 These guys both look like they have barely been in a fight at all.. 0:2
0:26 Orlin Norris had the upper hand in an action packed exchange! 2:5
0:41 Norris slides into the corner... 2:5
0:41 Holyfield turns on the hook and drives it home under Orlin Norris's elbows. 5:5
1:01 Holyfield moves in at an angle, trying to cut off the ring on Norris. 5:5
1:12 Holyfield lands a vicious uppercut! 9:5
1:12 Holyfield just delivered some big time hurt with that punch! Even the fans at ringside felt it! 9:5
1:29 Holyfield pummels Norris, capping off his assault with a stiff cross! 13:5
1:29 Norris looks shaken! 13:5
1:41 Norris is backed into his opponents corner... 13:5
1:45 A brutal cross from Holyfield connects to the solar plexus! 17:5
1:45 That shot has Norris hurt! 17:5
1:50 Orlin Norris is breathing heavily... 17:5
1:50 There's a small knot now under the left eye of Norris. 17:5
2:12 That combination from Holyfield lands with some authority! 22:5
2:12 Norris takes a vicious series of punches from Holyfield and he is hurt! 22:5
2:26 Holyfield just comes up short with the uppercut. 22:5
2:33 Holyfield is really focused in this round. 22:5
2:36 The fighters are at ring center... 22:5
2:41 Holyfield just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 22:10
2:41 Holyfield in on unsteady legs after those punches. 22:10
2:50 Holyfield moves into a neutral corner. 22:10
2:54 Norris throws a leaping shot that fails to hit the target. 22:10
3:00 It looks like Holyfield has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 22:10
3:00 Loud applause accompanies the end of this round. 24:10
Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Evander Holyfield rushes out at the bell. Whatever his corner said to him seems to have him fired up. 0:0
0:13 Norris pins Evander Holyfield's arms! The fighters are tied up... 0:0
0:18 Evander Holyfield tries to get free... Here comes Moret to break them up... 0:0
0:18 It looks like Holyfield and Norris are both starting to fatigue... 0:0
0:22 Phil Borgia was really animated in Holyfield's corner and Holyfield was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:23 Norris is forced into his opponents corner... 0:0
0:27 Norris is protecting the body nicely as Holyfield fails to score inside. 0:0
0:29 Norris moves in and scores with a quick jab. 0:2
0:41 Evander Holyfield is trying to avoid shots to the body, but He better get his hands up! 0:2
0:51 Holyfield is challenging Orlin Norris to fight him and quit clinching. 0:2
1:00 Moret has to separate the two... 0:2
1:09 Holyfield will tie a guy up if he has to. 0:2
1:19 Moret has to break the clinch. 0:2
1:24 The action slows as Holyfield and Norris measure each other up. 0:2
1:33 Apparently Norris feels it's a good strategy to hug Holyfield and force Moret to come separate them. 0:2
1:45 Moret separates the two fighters. 0:2
1:49 Referee Moret is prodding both men to mix it up as the action has really slowed. 0:2
2:04 Norris lands a perfectly timed cross that puts Evander Holyfield back on his heels. 0:5
2:20 Holyfield looks to work the body, but Norris covers up nicely. 0:5
2:23 Norris throws the jab and it lands cleanly. 0:7
2:39 Evander Holyfield cranks up the hook and connects to Norris's jaw, that one had bad intent behind it! 4:7
2:39 Norris was stopped cold by that series of shots! 4:7
2:56 Norris works himself free. Now the fighters move back to ring center. 4:7
3:00 Norris slides into the corner... 4:7
3:00 Holyfield charges in but Norris avoids the rush. 4:7
3:00 Holyfield appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 4:7
3:00 There's another round in the books. 5:6
Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Holyfield looks a bit disgusted as Round 12 gets underway. 0:0
0:13 Norris is just missing by a hair with his punches. 0:0
0:23 Holyfield is trapped in his own corner... 0:0
0:27 Norris lands a smashing cross! 0:5
0:27 Holyfield is reeling.. 0:5
0:32 Holyfield is starting to carry his arms lower...he's tired. 0:5
0:43 The fighters are back in the middle of the ring. 0:5
0:47 OH! Norris landed the big hook flush! 0:9
0:47 Holyfield is hurt! 0:9
0:57 Both fighters are throwing but it looks like Norris is scoring more than Holyfield. 2:12
1:01 Both fighters are carrying their arms low... 2:12
1:09 Holyfield backs into the far corner. 2:12
1:14 Norris grabs Holyfield again. If this were football, there'd be a penalty flag for holding. 2:12
1:18 Moret breaks them up... 2:12
1:27 Norris bounces off the ropes, challenging Holyfield to come get him. 2:12
1:37 Holyfield connects with a nasty hook! 6:12
1:37 Holyfield sent Norris reeling with that punch! 6:12
1:49 Norris throws a flurry of punches; at least two solid shots made it through. Now he moves away. 6:14
1:58 Norris goes to the body landing an uppercut. 6:16
2:07 Norris goes downstairs with the hook. 6:18
2:17 A quick hook to the body by Holyfield 8:18
2:21 Norris's swelling isn't getting any better; as a matter of fact it's even more swollen here in round 12. 8:18
2:26 Norris slides into the corner... 8:18
2:31 Holyfield lands a solid cross! 12:18
2:31 That absolutely rocked Norris, he is on queer street right now!! 12:18
2:48 Norris lands a devastating hook! 12:23
2:48 Holyfield is clutching his side! 12:23
2:56 Norris rips a hook to the body. 12:25
2:56 Norris knows he has Holyfield hurt as he wades in swinging! 12:25
3:00 The round comes to a close as the crowd gives the fighters a standing ovation after that action packed round. Both fighters left everything out there. This is truly boxing at it's best. 12:26
Round 13
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Here come the fighters to ring center... 0:0
0:06 Holyfield received a pep talk from Phil Borgia before he left his corner; we'll see if it worked. 0:0
0:06 A minute wasn't enough to eliminate or even significantly reduce Norris's swelling. They'll have to keep a close watch on it and make sure Norris's vision doesn't become a major problem over the next few rounds. 0:0
0:12 Norris lands a strong cross! 0:5
0:12 That's the punch Norris hoped to land! Holyfield looks to be in bad shape after that blow! 0:5
0:23 Holyfield leans in and takes an uppercut to the chin from Norris. 0:7
0:37 Norris catches Holyfield coming in with a sweet uppercut! 0:11
0:37 Holyfield was stunned by that blow! 0:11
0:50 Norris tries to double up on the hook to the body and at least one gets through. 0:13
1:10 * Holyfield hits the deck after a huge cross and he looks hurt. 0:13
1:13 Moret begins the count over Holyfield as Norris moves to a neutral corner.. 0:23
1:13 1 0:23
1:14 2 0:23
1:15 3 0:23
1:16 4 0:23
1:17 5 0:23
1:18 6 0:23
1:19 7 0:23
1:20 8 0:23
1:21 9 0:23
1:21 * Holyfield finds his legs and stands up but who knows how long he will be able to remain vertical! 0:23
1:21 Moret is allowing the fight to continue and the action resumes. 0:23
1:21 Norris has Holyfield hurt, now let's see what kind of finisher Norris is. 0:23
1:30 Holyfield slides into the corner... 0:23
1:34 Holyfield does a great job with subtle movement to avoid Norris's punches in close. 0:23
1:46 Norris is utilizing the ring to his advantage with constant movement. 0:23
1:54 Holyfield is blocked in his opponents corner... 0:23
1:59 Norris telegraphed that shot and Holyfield ducks under it easily. 0:23
2:05 Holyfield moves into a neutral corner. 0:23
2:14 Norris just misses with a huge shot as Holyfield chooses the perfect time to suddenly backpedal. 0:23
2:25 Norris misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 0:23
2:35 Both fighters are being tentative at the moment. 0:23
2:38 Norris has Holyfield trapped in the far left neutral corner... 0:23
2:42 Norris misses with an uppercut from way outside. That's a dangerous punch to throw. You leave yourself wide open for a counter. 0:23
2:50 Holyfield lands the jab but comes up short with a second one right behind it. 2:23
2:54 The swelling around Orlin Norris's left eye is worsening. 2:23
3:00 Norris appears to have this fight under control. 2:23
3:00 The knockdown in that last round really brought the crowd to life, you can feel the electricity in the air. 2:25
Round 14
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 14 is about to begin... There's the bell! 0:0
0:12 Norris clinches nicely... but clinching doesn't score points. 0:0
0:23 Moret moves them apart. 0:0
0:30 Holyfield digs two shots to the body and then rips Norris with a short uppercut on the inside. 3:0
0:40 Norris moves into a neutral corner. 3:0
0:44 Holyfield wraps his arms around Norris. 3:0
0:53 Holyfield finally lets go of Norris. 3:0
1:02 Moret yells at the fighters to separate but Holyfield and Norris are a tangle of arms. 3:0
1:11 Moret separates the two... 3:0
1:20 Norris usues his legs to avoid Holyfield's punches. 3:0
1:27 Norris catches Holyfield coming in with a sweet uppercut! 3:5
1:27 Holyfield looks stunned! 3:5
1:32 Holyfield is rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 3:5
1:56 Holyfield attempts to go to the body, but can't connect. 3:5
2:03 That was a violent straight right by Orlin Norris! 3:9
2:03 Holyfield is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 3:9
2:19 Holyfield drives that short hook into Orlin Norris's midsection! 7:9
2:19 Norris is gasping for air!! 7:9
2:23 The swelling under Norris's left eye is causing him problems and it won't take much more to become a major handicap for him. 7:9
2:29 Norris pins Holyfield in the corner! 7:9
2:34 Norris clamps Holyfield's arms to his side and holds on until Moret breaks the hold. 7:9
2:49 Moret steps in and breaks it up. 7:9
2:56 Holyfield backs into the upper corner. 7:9
3:00 Norris is doing a great job keeping his distance. 7:9
3:00 Norris seems to have done enough to win this fight. 7:9
3:00 One more round to go as the bell ending Round 14 sounds. 7:8
Round 15
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds for the last round of the bout. 0:0
0:07 Our ring card girls tonight are some real beauties. 0:0
0:16 Holyfield plods forward. 0:0
0:20 Whatever Abel Sanchez said to him in the corner between rounds must have had some effect as Norris has some spring in his step here in the 15th round. 0:0
0:25 Norris is either lucky or has radar. Holyfield's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 0:0
0:33 Holyfield rips off two quick jabs and one finds the mark. 2:0
0:37 You can see some increased swelling around the left of Norris. 2:0
0:47 Norris tries to muscle inside but Holyfield clinches him. 2:0
0:56 Moret separates them. 2:0
1:05 Holyfield misses with that hook. 2:0
1:07 A solid combination downstairs by Norris. 2:3
1:28 Norris has Holyfield blocked in! 2:3
1:28 Norris lands a solid combination to the head of Evander Holyfield. 2:6
1:42 Holyfield fires and misses. 2:6
1:54 Holyfield ties up Norris... 2:6
2:04 Referee Moret steps in to break it up. 2:6
2:09 Norris retreats into the lower right corner. 2:6
2:14 Holyfield lets his hands go inside, but Norris protects his body well. 2:6
2:16 There's the uppercut from Norris. That opening has been there all fight for him. 2:8
2:32 Holyfield fires away but finds nothing but air. 2:8
2:44 Holyfield misses wildly with the Hook. 2:8
2:46 Holyfield tastes Norris's jab 2:10
3:00 Evander Holyfield pins Norris in the corner! 2:10
3:00 Holyfield grabs Orlin Norris's head, pulls it down, into his chest. Moret has to force Holyfield to let go. 2:10
3:00 The fighters separate after a clinch. 2:10
3:00 Norris appears to have this fight under control. 2:10
3:00 Both fighters look finished as the fight ends with the ringing of the bell. 2:10
Fight Result
Pat Harker has the call...
Ladies and Gentlemen, the judges have tallied their scorecards and here is your decision...
Burt Clements, United States has it 142 to 141
Stanley Christodoulou, South Africa scores the bout 142 to 141
Marty Bickle, United States sees the fight 142 to 141
And your winner and new WBO champion by unanimous decision Orlin Norris!!!
Score Cards
Burt Clements Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Evander Holyfield 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 8 9 9 141
Orlin Norris 10 10 9 9 8 10 9 8 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 142
Stanley Christodoulou Round Total
South Africa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Evander Holyfield 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 8 9 9 141
Orlin Norris 10 10 9 9 8 10 9 8 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 142
Marty Bickle Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Evander Holyfield 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 8 9 9 141
Orlin Norris 10 10 9 9 8 10 9 8 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 142
Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Evander Holyfield 27 27 30 30 30 30 30 30 27 30 27 27 24 27 27 423
Orlin Norris 30 30 27 27 24 30 27 24 30 27 30 30 30 30 30 426
Statistics
Categories Evander Holyfield Orlin Norris
Knockdowns scored 2 1
Jabs / Round 4.27 3.40
Hooks / Round 3.13 4.27
Crosses / Round 3.40 4.73
Combinations / Round 2.87 4.40
Uppercuts / Round 2.87 4.07
Punches Landed / Round 16.53 20.87
Punches Missed / Round 62.87 25.60
Punching Accuracy 20.8% 44.9%
Total Number of Fouls 1 1
Low Blow 1
Using Open Glove 1
Foul Penalties:
Official Warning 1
Caution 1
Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1
No cuts occured
Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 3 / 2 2 / 2
Fight Inside 3 / 1 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Offensive) 2 / 1 1 / 0
Fight Outside (Defensive) 0 / 0 3 / 2
Go for KO 5 / 3 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 2 / 0 6 / 4
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 1 / 1 3 / 1
Title Bout Championship Boxing - Copyright (C) 2013 PISD Ltd
Fight info: Arena Mexico, Mexico City, DF, Mexico, 2015-12-14, announcer is Pat Harker, referee is Lou Moret, the bout will be scored by three judges: Burt Clements (United States), Stanley Christodoulou (South Africa) and Marty Bickle (United States), ring card girl is Jill Bloggs, the fighters will compete for the WBO title(s), the bout is scheduled for 15 rounds, WBO-rules are in effect, three KD rule is in effect, save by the bell is in effect, only the referee can stop the fight, mandatory 8 count is not in effect, fight stopped due to an accidental head butt: Tech. Draw through 3/Scorecard after 3, game will check for injuries, game will not adjust ratings for weight class, use judges bias is set to 'none', Scoring System is 10 Points
In the red corner: Evander Holyfield - Record: 7-0-1 (6) - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Phil Borgia - Cut Man: Ray Rodgers
In the blue corner: Orlin Norris - Record: 4-3-1 - Career Stage: Prime - Conditioning: Top Condition - Trainer: Abel Sanchez - Cut Man: Eddie Aliano
Round 1
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters leave their corners and advance toward the center of the ring. 0:0
0:11 Orlin Norris traps Holyfield in the corner! 0:0
0:11 Norris lands a jab to the midsection 0:2
0:27 Holyfield tries to go to the body but he can't find an opening. 0:2
0:34 Norris lands a brutal uppercut! 0:7
0:34 Holyfield was rattled by that shot and he is hurt! 0:7
0:44 There's a lot of excitement surrounding this fight and the crowd is really showing it. 0:7
0:52 Norris feels his back touch the ropes and immediately moves away. He doesn't want to be trapped there. 0:7
0:57 Holyfield has Norris blocked in! 0:7
0:57 Norris throws a punch and lands. Holyfield scores with a counter. Looks like both fighters were effective in that exchange. 2:9
1:14 You would think Orlin Norris had a brick wall built aroud his midsection as futile as Holyfield looked trying to score there! 2:9
1:20 Oh!!! Norris unleashed a crippling right hand to the head! 2:13
1:20 Holyfield was staggered by that punch! 2:13
1:38 Holyfield doesn't connect with the uppercut. 2:13
1:40 Holyfield takes a solid cross from Norris. 2:16
1:49 Holyfield doesn't have to look for Norris this round as He is right there in front of him. 2:16
1:52 Holyfield punishes Norris with his piston-like jab and if he keeps doing it, he might bust Norris up. 5:16
2:09 Holyfield approaches flat-footed, but continues to move forward, not giving Norris any room to breathe. 5:16
2:17 Norris has an army of supporters in the crowd tonight, judging by the chants we are hearing. 5:16
2:25 Holyfield brushes the ropes and forces his way back to ring center. 5:16
2:29 Orlin Norris looks to his corner. 5:16
2:42 Holyfield grabs Orlin Norris. Too much of this kind of thing can have a negative affect on the scoring of the fight. 5:16
2:51 Norris works his way free! 5:16
3:00 Holyfield misses with what looked like a backhand. He's lucky. If that had landed, he might have drawn a warning. 5:16
3:00 Round 1 of this scheduled 15 rounder ends as the bell sounds. 6:18
Round 2
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Holyfield and Norris square off as the bell sounds to start the action for Round 2. 0:0
0:06 Holyfield's corner men did their job with quiet efficiency and confidence. 0:0
0:11 Moret has to pull the fighters away from each other as Holyfield locks up Norris's arms. 0:0
0:20 Holyfield uses his shoulder to force Norris out of the clinch. 0:0
0:26 Holyfield's corner is urging him on. They have been quite vocal tonight. 0:0
0:31 Holyfield rips off a nice right-left combination to the head. 2:0
0:44 Both fighters move in close as Norris goes to the body with an uppercut. 2:2
0:58 Holyfield fires a wild overhand right and misses everything. 2:2
1:00 Norris gets off a jab to the solar plexus 2:4
1:14 Norris scores with a tremendous left! 2:8
1:14 Holyfield is trying to regain his senses after that punch... 2:8
1:33 Norris picks off the combination by Holyfield. 2:8
1:35 Norris buries a hook to the body of Holyfield. 2:11
1:49 Norris is really focused in this round. 2:11
1:57 Holyfield misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 2:11
2:08 Orlin Norris back pedals away from the straight forward attack of Holyfield. 2:11
2:19 Holyfield pins Norris in the corner! 2:11
2:23 Evander Holyfield tries to get fancy with some subtle shoulder movement. When it's done right that kind of thing can throw off an opponent's timing. 2:11
2:32 Norris just landed a three punch combo! 2:15
2:32 Oh my! those were devastating blows! Holyfield is just trying to hang on! 2:15
2:42 Both boxers go back to the middle of the squared circle. 2:15
2:47 Holyfield doesn't look all that graceful but he moves fairly well in the ring. 2:15
2:55 Norris is really focused in this round. 2:15
3:00 There's the bell. That brings Round 2 to a close. 3:17
Round 3
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds to start Round 3. 0:0
0:07 Evander Holyfield got quite a pep talk in his corner; we'll see if Phil Borgia's instructions work. 0:0
0:12 Holyfield really buried that punch into Norris's ribs. 4:0
0:12 Orlin Norris looks shaken! 4:0
0:30 Orlin Norris lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Holyfield. 4:0
0:33 Holyfield's jab is fast and accurate. 6:0
0:51 Norris lets his hands go but his punches land on the arms of Holyfield. 6:0
0:58 A cross to body by Holyfield gets through. 8:0
1:22 Holyfield is holding... 8:0
1:31 Norris pushes Evander Holyfield away. 8:0
1:40 We have a lull in the action. 8:0
1:50 Holyfield looks somewhat plodding as he tries to chase down Norris. 8:0
2:03 Evander Holyfield drives home a wicked hook to the midsection! 12:0
2:03 Norris appears shaken by those punches! 12:0
2:16 Norris has been watching too much wrestling, the way He's grabbing Holyfield. 12:0
2:21 Norris shoves Holyfield away. 12:0
2:29 The two fighters have chosen to work on the inside and it's Norris who scores with a short hook to the chest. 12:2
2:38 Holyfield slides into a neutral corner... 12:2
2:42 The fighters are tied up. Norris tries to extract himself. He gets his arms free. 12:2
2:47 The Referee breaks it up... 12:2
2:51 Holyfield is receiving a lot of encouragement from his corner. 12:2
2:54 Holyfield is really focused in this round. 12:2
3:00 Norris's constant movement can be frustrating to an opponent who's not capable of cutting off the ring on him. 12:2
3:00 The Referee has to get between Holyfield and Norris as they glare at one another. He sends them to their corners as the bell sounds to end the round. 12:2
Round 4
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The seconds hurry out of Holyfield's corner as the bell sounds for Round 4. 0:0
0:07 There's a punishing hook to the midsection from Norris. 0:3
0:11 Both fighters show virtually nothing in the way of damage. 0:3
0:21 Holyfield lands a devastating hook! 4:3
0:21 Norris is badly hurt! 4:3
0:45 Holyfield wants to go downstairs, but can't penetrate Norris's defense. 4:3
0:56 Norris grabs and holds Holyfield... 4:3
1:07 Referee Moret has to separate the two... 4:3
1:15 Norris with a lead right to the head. 4:5
1:29 Holyfield lands a strong cross! 8:5
1:29 Norris is suddenly in trouble! 8:5
1:43 Norris dances gracefully across the canvas 8:5
1:53 Norris misses wildly with the hook. 8:5
1:55 Holyfield lands a glancing, overhand right. He just missed landing that one square. 10:5
2:12 Circling left, Holyfield looks for an opening to fire a shot at Norris. 10:5
2:28 Norris is clinching... Evander Holyfield is trying to free his gloves... They are under Norris's arms... 10:5
2:40 Referee Moret separates the two... 10:5
2:49 Norris retreats to his opponents corner... 10:5
2:53 Holyfield just delivered a wake-up call!!! He really caught Norris with a sharp combination! 15:5
2:53 Norris appears shaken by those punches! 15:5
3:00 That's another round in the books as Round 4 comes to an end. 16:5
Round 5
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Norris looks to be in good shape as Round 5 gets underway. 0:0
0:06 Phil Borgia was extremely upbeat during the break with Holyfield providing some solid encouragement. 0:0
0:12 Holyfield tries a straight right that's blocked by the gloves of Norris. 0:0
0:14 Both fighters are unmarked at this stage of the fight. 0:0
0:19 Holyfield scores with the jab. 2:0
0:33 Holyfield is trying to free his gloves from under Norris's gloves. 2:0
0:37 Moret has to break them apart. 2:0
0:43 Holyfield gets off a nice little three punch salvo. 4:0
1:01 Norris has his arms wrapped around Holyfield... Now they separate. 4:0
1:05 Moret pries them apart. 4:0
1:15 Holyfield fires and misses. 4:0
1:22 Norris just landed a devastating three punch combo! 4:4
1:22 Holyfield is trying to regroup after those punches... 4:4
1:36 Holyfield ties up Norris. 4:4
1:46 Holyfield and Norris each take a step back. 4:4
1:52 Holyfield retreats into a neutral corner. 4:4
1:52 * Norris is told to keep his glove closed when he hits by Moret 4:7
2:10 Holyfield and Norris are leaning on one another, and referee Moret pushes them apart and tells them to mix it up. 4:7
2:13 Norris is trapped in his opponents corner... 4:7
2:22 * That punch caught Norris clean. He brings his arms up in a defensive posture. Now he pitches forward! Norris goes down after a delayed reaction to the hook by Holyfield! 4:7
2:24 Moret stands over Norris and begins counting... 12:7
2:24 1 12:7
2:25 2 12:7
2:26 3 12:7
2:27 4 12:7
2:28 5 12:7
2:29 6 12:7
2:30 Norris makes it to a knee at the count of 7 but he's still struggling to get his legs under him! 12:7
2:30 * Norris is up, but not out of the woods yet as he still looks groggy. 12:7
2:30 Moret looks into Norris eyes and decides to let the fight to go on... 12:7
2:30 Holyfield picks up the pace sensing he can get Norris out of there! 12:7
2:39 Holyfield traps Norris in the corner! 12:7
2:44 Orlin Norris picks off the jab thrown by Holyfield. 12:7
2:51 Neither fighter wants to stay on the ropes as they are back in the middle of the ring. 12:7
2:55 Holyfield wings a big left hand at Orlin Norris but the latter sidesteps the punch. 12:7
3:00 Holyfield has Orlin Norris cornered! 12:7
3:00 Holyfield fails to connect with that punch. He pushed it out there instead of cutting loose with it. 12:7
3:00 Oh, there's nothing like a knockdown to bring a crowd to it's feet and those in attendance here are cheering loudly as the round closes. 11:7
Round 6
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Both fighters look ready to go as Round 6 begins. 0:0
0:06 Phil Borgia seemed to pump up Holyfield between rounds. 0:0
0:11 Holyfield cuts loose with a combination and the crowd roars, but the truth is none of those punches landed. Norris had his elbows tucked in nicely. 0:0
0:13 Norris fires a jab to the body 0:2
0:17 Despite the punches landed, both fighters remain unmarked. 0:2
0:27 Holyfield is offering minimal head movement as he comes straight forward. 0:2
0:35 Norris catches Holyfield with a short, powerful hook to the head as Holyfield tried to move inside. That punch stopped Holyfield in his tracks! 0:5
0:43 We have a good crowd on hand tonight 0:5
0:52 Holyfield fires a lead right that Norris manages to avoid. 0:5
0:54 Norris comes in over Holyfield's guard with a solid hook. 0:8
1:08 Norris is probing with his jab as he tries to find an opening in Holyfield's defense. 0:8
1:13 Evander Holyfield connects with a cross. 2:8
1:27 Norris is still trying to find the range with his punches. He's just missing with some of his shots. 2:8
1:34 Holyfield goes to the body with a three punch salvo. 4:8
1:38 Norris eyes look good. He seems to be clear-headed after last round's knockdown. 4:8
1:42 There is a lot less action than we anticipated from these two in this round. 4:8
1:47 Holyfield scores to the body with a jab 6:8
2:04 Holyfield retreats into the upper left corner. 6:8
2:08 Norris is really fluid in his movement. 6:8
2:13 Holyfield goes to the body with an uppercut, though there was not much behind it. 8:8
2:25 * Moret has stopped the action. He is issuing a warning to Holyfield for a low blow. 10:8
2:50 They are back in the center of the ring once again 10:8
2:50 Norris scores with a solid hook under the ribs. 10:11
3:00 The crowd is literally screaming in approval as the two fighters look for a minutes respite after a sizzling round of action. 12:12
Round 7
Time Commentary Points
0:00 It's Round 7 of this scheduled 15 rounder. 0:0
0:11 That cross from Holyfield just missed. 0:0
0:14 Appearance wise these two both look good for this stage of the fight. 0:0
0:18 Abel Sanchez not only gave Norris encouragement between rounds but also some solid advice on how to handle Holyfield. Now it's up to Norris to implement it. 0:0
0:18 Holyfield gets the cross through Norris's guard. 2:0
0:28 Norris put on a good show in his last fight but right now his performance is a bit flat. 2:0
0:31 "Night Train" lands a hard cross, one of the better punches so far this round. 2:3
0:48 Holyfield is jockeying for position as he tries to force Norris back into the corner. 2:3
1:00 Norris scores with a tremendous right just above the waistline! 2:7
1:00 Holyfield was hurt by those blows! 2:7
1:10 Holyfield backs into the left corner. 2:7
1:14 Norris's not even close with the cross. 2:7
1:21 Holyfield is losing this round and is looking to load up on his punches. 2:7
1:27 Holyfield is trapped in Norris's corner... 2:7
1:27 Norris scores with a hard jab to the body. 2:10
1:43 Norris misses. He had an opening and whiffed with the punch. 2:10
1:45 Holyfield lands a jab. He's using it as both an offensive and defensive weapon on occasions. 4:10
2:00 Look at that subtle shoulder movement. See how Norris rolls them? That throws off your opponent's timing. 4:10
2:16 Norris smothers Holyfield's attack with a clinch! 4:10
2:20 Moret moves in to break the clinch. 4:10
2:24 Holyfield is not having much success cutting off the ring this round. 4:10
2:27 Holyfield has Norris trapped in the left neutral corner... 4:10
2:32 Norris takes a tremendous hook to the jaw! 9:10
2:32 Norris was shaken by that blow! 9:10
2:45 Holyfield wallops Norris with a cross to the liver! 12:10
2:54 Holyfield with a right to the body 14:10
3:00 Norris is pinned in his own corner... 14:10
3:00 Holyfield looks for a breather; he grabs Norris and holds on. Norris pushes Holyfield off and looks for an opening. 14:10
3:00 Now they break clean. 14:10
3:00 The crowd shows their appreciation of the efforts of both fighters, as the two warriors make their way to their respective corners. 15:10
Round 8
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell starts the action as Holyfield and Norris leave their corners. 0:0
0:20 Holyfield holds his arms up in disgust as Orlin Norris holds him around his waist. 0:0
0:24 Moret separates the two... 0:0
0:24 Neither fighter shows any wear and tear at this point. 0:0
0:29 Holyfield got some great advice from Phil Borgia between rounds, let's see if he puts it to use here in round 8. 0:0
0:34 Norris ends up behind Holyfield as he deftly avoids a straight ahead attack moving to his right. 0:0
0:47 Norris lands a wicked uppercut! 0:4
0:47 Holyfield looks like he was hurt by that punch! 0:4
1:06 * Holyfield lands a hard hook to the head and Norris is down!! 0:4
1:09 Moret motions Holyfield to a neutral corner and starts the count. 8:4
1:09 1 8:4
1:10 2 8:4
1:11 3 8:4
1:12 4 8:4
1:13 5 8:4
1:14 6 8:4
1:15 Norris lurches to his feet at the count of 7 but he stumbles and is down on his knees again. He's making another effort! 8:4
1:15 * Norris is up and leaning on the ropes. Now he comes off them and looks toward Evander Holyfield. 8:4
1:15 Moret is looking at Norris closely, and he will allow the fight to continue. 8:4
1:15 Holyfield stunned Norris with that last shot and Holyfield's killer instinct has kicked in as he looks to end the fight. 8:4
1:33 Norris smothers Evander Holyfield's attack as Holyfield tries to get off some shots inside. 8:4
1:39 Norris moves into a neutral corner. 8:4
1:44 Holyfield can't score with short uppercut inside. Norris got his gloves in front of the punch. 8:4
1:55 Holyfield fires a left hand that Norris takes high on the shoulder. 8:4
2:01 Orlin Norris slides into his own corner... 8:4
2:01 Holyfield's cross finds a home on Norris's jaw. 10:4
2:01 Holyfield has Norris in a world of trouble. Let's see if he can finish him here in the 8th. 10:4
2:10 Norris backs into a neutral corner. 10:4
2:15 Holyfield tries to double up on the jab but neither hit the mark. 10:4
2:26 That punch actually went behind Norris's head as he moved inside of a looping shot from Holyfield. 10:4
2:28 Norris bobs and weaves his way inside and lets his hands go, scoring with a hook. 10:6
2:43 Holyfield misses badly. It looked like he changed his mind half way through the punch. 10:6
2:54 Norris is holding Evander Holyfield tighter than most men do their wives -- or girlfriends! 10:6
2:58 Orlin Norris pushes Holyfield away. 10:6
3:00 Holyfield is blocked in his own corner... 10:6
3:00 Holyfield appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 10:6
3:00 The bell sounded, ending the round but it's a wonder the referee and the fighters could hear it over the noise being made by the crowd. That knockdown really pumped up the spectators here tonight. 10:6
Round 9
Time Commentary Points
0:00 As the bell sounds to begin Round 9, we will see if Holyfield can take advantage of the knockdown he scored last round. 0:0
0:07 Whatever Phil Borgia said to him in the corner between rounds must have had some effect as Holyfield has some spring in his step here in the 9th round. 0:0
0:12 Holyfield looks to land a hook but misses the mark. 0:0
0:14 Both of these guys look just like they came out of their dressing rooms - not a mark on them. 0:0
0:20 Holyfield moves into the right corner. 0:0
0:20 The cross scores for Norris. He needs to throw that punch more often. 0:2
0:31 Norris gets in close and comes straight up to the chin of Holyfield with an uppercut. 0:4
0:44 Norris is trapped in the corner... 0:4
0:44 Holyfield lands consecutive uppercuts to Norris's midsection. 2:4
1:02 Norris works free! The fighters move to ring center. 2:4
1:21 Holyfield misses with that punch. 2:4
1:27 Norris lands a quick jab. He'd like to keep Holyfield on the end of that punch. 2:6
1:55 Holyfield is working hard to keep this fight at close quarters. 2:6
1:55 Orlin Norris appears to be rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 2:6
2:08 Norris fires a shot, but it glances off Holyfield's shoulder. 2:6
2:15 Norris has Holyfield trapped! 2:6
2:20 Norris lands a paralyzing combination! 2:10
2:20 Holyfield is suddenly in trouble after those punches! 2:10
2:39 The fight has moved back to the middle of the ring. 2:10
2:43 Norris is showing some fancy footwork tonight as he moves around Holyfield. 2:10
2:48 Norris has Evander Holyfield pinned! 2:10
2:52 Norris voluntarily moves onto the ropes. 2:10
2:57 This has been a very close round 2:10
3:00 The bell stops the action as Holyfield and Norris go back to their corners. 3:12
Round 10
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Shouts of encouragement for both fighters can be heard as the bell rings for Round 10. 0:0
0:14 Orlin Norris scores to Holyfield's midsection with a combination. 0:2
0:18 These guys both look like they have barely been in a fight at all.. 0:2
0:26 Orlin Norris had the upper hand in an action packed exchange! 2:5
0:41 Norris slides into the corner... 2:5
0:41 Holyfield turns on the hook and drives it home under Orlin Norris's elbows. 5:5
1:01 Holyfield moves in at an angle, trying to cut off the ring on Norris. 5:5
1:12 Holyfield lands a vicious uppercut! 9:5
1:12 Holyfield just delivered some big time hurt with that punch! Even the fans at ringside felt it! 9:5
1:29 Holyfield pummels Norris, capping off his assault with a stiff cross! 13:5
1:29 Norris looks shaken! 13:5
1:41 Norris is backed into his opponents corner... 13:5
1:45 A brutal cross from Holyfield connects to the solar plexus! 17:5
1:45 That shot has Norris hurt! 17:5
1:50 Orlin Norris is breathing heavily... 17:5
1:50 There's a small knot now under the left eye of Norris. 17:5
2:12 That combination from Holyfield lands with some authority! 22:5
2:12 Norris takes a vicious series of punches from Holyfield and he is hurt! 22:5
2:26 Holyfield just comes up short with the uppercut. 22:5
2:33 Holyfield is really focused in this round. 22:5
2:36 The fighters are at ring center... 22:5
2:41 Holyfield just absorbed a terrifying shot to the body. 22:10
2:41 Holyfield in on unsteady legs after those punches. 22:10
2:50 Holyfield moves into a neutral corner. 22:10
2:54 Norris throws a leaping shot that fails to hit the target. 22:10
3:00 It looks like Holyfield has a pretty solid lead at this stage of the fight. 22:10
3:00 Loud applause accompanies the end of this round. 24:10
Round 11
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Evander Holyfield rushes out at the bell. Whatever his corner said to him seems to have him fired up. 0:0
0:13 Norris pins Evander Holyfield's arms! The fighters are tied up... 0:0
0:18 Evander Holyfield tries to get free... Here comes Moret to break them up... 0:0
0:18 It looks like Holyfield and Norris are both starting to fatigue... 0:0
0:22 Phil Borgia was really animated in Holyfield's corner and Holyfield was nodding in agreement. 0:0
0:23 Norris is forced into his opponents corner... 0:0
0:27 Norris is protecting the body nicely as Holyfield fails to score inside. 0:0
0:29 Norris moves in and scores with a quick jab. 0:2
0:41 Evander Holyfield is trying to avoid shots to the body, but He better get his hands up! 0:2
0:51 Holyfield is challenging Orlin Norris to fight him and quit clinching. 0:2
1:00 Moret has to separate the two... 0:2
1:09 Holyfield will tie a guy up if he has to. 0:2
1:19 Moret has to break the clinch. 0:2
1:24 The action slows as Holyfield and Norris measure each other up. 0:2
1:33 Apparently Norris feels it's a good strategy to hug Holyfield and force Moret to come separate them. 0:2
1:45 Moret separates the two fighters. 0:2
1:49 Referee Moret is prodding both men to mix it up as the action has really slowed. 0:2
2:04 Norris lands a perfectly timed cross that puts Evander Holyfield back on his heels. 0:5
2:20 Holyfield looks to work the body, but Norris covers up nicely. 0:5
2:23 Norris throws the jab and it lands cleanly. 0:7
2:39 Evander Holyfield cranks up the hook and connects to Norris's jaw, that one had bad intent behind it! 4:7
2:39 Norris was stopped cold by that series of shots! 4:7
2:56 Norris works himself free. Now the fighters move back to ring center. 4:7
3:00 Norris slides into the corner... 4:7
3:00 Holyfield charges in but Norris avoids the rush. 4:7
3:00 Holyfield appears to have a pretty good lead at this point. 4:7
3:00 There's another round in the books. 5:6
Round 12
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Holyfield looks a bit disgusted as Round 12 gets underway. 0:0
0:13 Norris is just missing by a hair with his punches. 0:0
0:23 Holyfield is trapped in his own corner... 0:0
0:27 Norris lands a smashing cross! 0:5
0:27 Holyfield is reeling.. 0:5
0:32 Holyfield is starting to carry his arms lower...he's tired. 0:5
0:43 The fighters are back in the middle of the ring. 0:5
0:47 OH! Norris landed the big hook flush! 0:9
0:47 Holyfield is hurt! 0:9
0:57 Both fighters are throwing but it looks like Norris is scoring more than Holyfield. 2:12
1:01 Both fighters are carrying their arms low... 2:12
1:09 Holyfield backs into the far corner. 2:12
1:14 Norris grabs Holyfield again. If this were football, there'd be a penalty flag for holding. 2:12
1:18 Moret breaks them up... 2:12
1:27 Norris bounces off the ropes, challenging Holyfield to come get him. 2:12
1:37 Holyfield connects with a nasty hook! 6:12
1:37 Holyfield sent Norris reeling with that punch! 6:12
1:49 Norris throws a flurry of punches; at least two solid shots made it through. Now he moves away. 6:14
1:58 Norris goes to the body landing an uppercut. 6:16
2:07 Norris goes downstairs with the hook. 6:18
2:17 A quick hook to the body by Holyfield 8:18
2:21 Norris's swelling isn't getting any better; as a matter of fact it's even more swollen here in round 12. 8:18
2:26 Norris slides into the corner... 8:18
2:31 Holyfield lands a solid cross! 12:18
2:31 That absolutely rocked Norris, he is on queer street right now!! 12:18
2:48 Norris lands a devastating hook! 12:23
2:48 Holyfield is clutching his side! 12:23
2:56 Norris rips a hook to the body. 12:25
2:56 Norris knows he has Holyfield hurt as he wades in swinging! 12:25
3:00 The round comes to a close as the crowd gives the fighters a standing ovation after that action packed round. Both fighters left everything out there. This is truly boxing at it's best. 12:26
Round 13
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Here come the fighters to ring center... 0:0
0:06 Holyfield received a pep talk from Phil Borgia before he left his corner; we'll see if it worked. 0:0
0:06 A minute wasn't enough to eliminate or even significantly reduce Norris's swelling. They'll have to keep a close watch on it and make sure Norris's vision doesn't become a major problem over the next few rounds. 0:0
0:12 Norris lands a strong cross! 0:5
0:12 That's the punch Norris hoped to land! Holyfield looks to be in bad shape after that blow! 0:5
0:23 Holyfield leans in and takes an uppercut to the chin from Norris. 0:7
0:37 Norris catches Holyfield coming in with a sweet uppercut! 0:11
0:37 Holyfield was stunned by that blow! 0:11
0:50 Norris tries to double up on the hook to the body and at least one gets through. 0:13
1:10 * Holyfield hits the deck after a huge cross and he looks hurt. 0:13
1:13 Moret begins the count over Holyfield as Norris moves to a neutral corner.. 0:23
1:13 1 0:23
1:14 2 0:23
1:15 3 0:23
1:16 4 0:23
1:17 5 0:23
1:18 6 0:23
1:19 7 0:23
1:20 8 0:23
1:21 9 0:23
1:21 * Holyfield finds his legs and stands up but who knows how long he will be able to remain vertical! 0:23
1:21 Moret is allowing the fight to continue and the action resumes. 0:23
1:21 Norris has Holyfield hurt, now let's see what kind of finisher Norris is. 0:23
1:30 Holyfield slides into the corner... 0:23
1:34 Holyfield does a great job with subtle movement to avoid Norris's punches in close. 0:23
1:46 Norris is utilizing the ring to his advantage with constant movement. 0:23
1:54 Holyfield is blocked in his opponents corner... 0:23
1:59 Norris telegraphed that shot and Holyfield ducks under it easily. 0:23
2:05 Holyfield moves into a neutral corner. 0:23
2:14 Norris just misses with a huge shot as Holyfield chooses the perfect time to suddenly backpedal. 0:23
2:25 Norris misses with the left and then fails to connect with the right as well. 0:23
2:35 Both fighters are being tentative at the moment. 0:23
2:38 Norris has Holyfield trapped in the far left neutral corner... 0:23
2:42 Norris misses with an uppercut from way outside. That's a dangerous punch to throw. You leave yourself wide open for a counter. 0:23
2:50 Holyfield lands the jab but comes up short with a second one right behind it. 2:23
2:54 The swelling around Orlin Norris's left eye is worsening. 2:23
3:00 Norris appears to have this fight under control. 2:23
3:00 The knockdown in that last round really brought the crowd to life, you can feel the electricity in the air. 2:25
Round 14
Time Commentary Points
0:00 Round 14 is about to begin... There's the bell! 0:0
0:12 Norris clinches nicely... but clinching doesn't score points. 0:0
0:23 Moret moves them apart. 0:0
0:30 Holyfield digs two shots to the body and then rips Norris with a short uppercut on the inside. 3:0
0:40 Norris moves into a neutral corner. 3:0
0:44 Holyfield wraps his arms around Norris. 3:0
0:53 Holyfield finally lets go of Norris. 3:0
1:02 Moret yells at the fighters to separate but Holyfield and Norris are a tangle of arms. 3:0
1:11 Moret separates the two... 3:0
1:20 Norris usues his legs to avoid Holyfield's punches. 3:0
1:27 Norris catches Holyfield coming in with a sweet uppercut! 3:5
1:27 Holyfield looks stunned! 3:5
1:32 Holyfield is rebounding from the knockdown he suffered in the last frame. 3:5
1:56 Holyfield attempts to go to the body, but can't connect. 3:5
2:03 That was a violent straight right by Orlin Norris! 3:9
2:03 Holyfield is favoring his ribs, he's hurt!! 3:9
2:19 Holyfield drives that short hook into Orlin Norris's midsection! 7:9
2:19 Norris is gasping for air!! 7:9
2:23 The swelling under Norris's left eye is causing him problems and it won't take much more to become a major handicap for him. 7:9
2:29 Norris pins Holyfield in the corner! 7:9
2:34 Norris clamps Holyfield's arms to his side and holds on until Moret breaks the hold. 7:9
2:49 Moret steps in and breaks it up. 7:9
2:56 Holyfield backs into the upper corner. 7:9
3:00 Norris is doing a great job keeping his distance. 7:9
3:00 Norris seems to have done enough to win this fight. 7:9
3:00 One more round to go as the bell ending Round 14 sounds. 7:8
Round 15
Time Commentary Points
0:00 The bell sounds for the last round of the bout. 0:0
0:07 Our ring card girls tonight are some real beauties. 0:0
0:16 Holyfield plods forward. 0:0
0:20 Whatever Abel Sanchez said to him in the corner between rounds must have had some effect as Norris has some spring in his step here in the 15th round. 0:0
0:25 Norris is either lucky or has radar. Holyfield's last punch missed landing by a fraction of an inch! 0:0
0:33 Holyfield rips off two quick jabs and one finds the mark. 2:0
0:37 You can see some increased swelling around the left of Norris. 2:0
0:47 Norris tries to muscle inside but Holyfield clinches him. 2:0
0:56 Moret separates them. 2:0
1:05 Holyfield misses with that hook. 2:0
1:07 A solid combination downstairs by Norris. 2:3
1:28 Norris has Holyfield blocked in! 2:3
1:28 Norris lands a solid combination to the head of Evander Holyfield. 2:6
1:42 Holyfield fires and misses. 2:6
1:54 Holyfield ties up Norris... 2:6
2:04 Referee Moret steps in to break it up. 2:6
2:09 Norris retreats into the lower right corner. 2:6
2:14 Holyfield lets his hands go inside, but Norris protects his body well. 2:6
2:16 There's the uppercut from Norris. That opening has been there all fight for him. 2:8
2:32 Holyfield fires away but finds nothing but air. 2:8
2:44 Holyfield misses wildly with the Hook. 2:8
2:46 Holyfield tastes Norris's jab 2:10
3:00 Evander Holyfield pins Norris in the corner! 2:10
3:00 Holyfield grabs Orlin Norris's head, pulls it down, into his chest. Moret has to force Holyfield to let go. 2:10
3:00 The fighters separate after a clinch. 2:10
3:00 Norris appears to have this fight under control. 2:10
3:00 Both fighters look finished as the fight ends with the ringing of the bell. 2:10
Fight Result
Pat Harker has the call...
Ladies and Gentlemen, the judges have tallied their scorecards and here is your decision...
Burt Clements, United States has it 142 to 141
Stanley Christodoulou, South Africa scores the bout 142 to 141
Marty Bickle, United States sees the fight 142 to 141
And your winner and new WBO champion by unanimous decision Orlin Norris!!!
Score Cards
Burt Clements Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Evander Holyfield 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 8 9 9 141
Orlin Norris 10 10 9 9 8 10 9 8 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 142
Stanley Christodoulou Round Total
South Africa 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Evander Holyfield 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 8 9 9 141
Orlin Norris 10 10 9 9 8 10 9 8 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 142
Marty Bickle Round Total
United States 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Evander Holyfield 9 9 10 10 10 10 10 10 9 10 9 9 8 9 9 141
Orlin Norris 10 10 9 9 8 10 9 8 10 9 10 10 10 10 10 142
Round Totals Round Total
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15
Evander Holyfield 27 27 30 30 30 30 30 30 27 30 27 27 24 27 27 423
Orlin Norris 30 30 27 27 24 30 27 24 30 27 30 30 30 30 30 426
Statistics
Categories Evander Holyfield Orlin Norris
Knockdowns scored 2 1
Jabs / Round 4.27 3.40
Hooks / Round 3.13 4.27
Crosses / Round 3.40 4.73
Combinations / Round 2.87 4.40
Uppercuts / Round 2.87 4.07
Punches Landed / Round 16.53 20.87
Punches Missed / Round 62.87 25.60
Punching Accuracy 20.8% 44.9%
Total Number of Fouls 1 1
Low Blow 1
Using Open Glove 1
Foul Penalties:
Official Warning 1
Caution 1
Bouts with eye swelling resulting from punches 1
No cuts occured
Strategies (demanded/followed)
Cover Up 3 / 2 2 / 2
Fight Inside 3 / 1 0 / 0
Fight Outside (Offensive) 2 / 1 1 / 0
Fight Outside (Defensive) 0 / 0 3 / 2
Go for KO 5 / 3 0 / 0
Go All Out for KO 2 / 0 6 / 4
Protect Cut 0 / 0 0 / 0
Take a Round Off 1 / 1 3 / 1
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