Boxing Fans Gear Up for Epic MGM Grand Showdown This Saturday
This Saturday, the venerable MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas will host its 100th boxing event in the last 30 years. The stacked double-header features two highly anticipated matchups – Gervonta Davis vs. Frank Martin and David Benavidez vs. Oleksandr Gvozdyk.
As we prepare for this historic night of boxing, let’s take a look at the top 10 (plus a bonus 5) fights in the MGM Grand’s storied history. From Mike Tyson’s dominance to the legendary Manny Pacquiao-Juan Manuel Marquez rivalry, the arena has witnessed some of the sport’s most unforgettable moments.
Mike Tyson’s Knockout Victory Over Frank Bruno (March 16, 1996):
Tyson reclaimed the WBC heavyweight title with a 3rd round stoppage of the brave but outmatched Bruno. This bout came six years after Tyson had first defeated the Brit.
Mike Tyson’s Disqualification Win Against Peter McNeeley (August 19, 1995):
In Tyson’s first fight after being released from prison, he made quick work of the overmatched McNeeley, winning by disqualification in just 89 seconds.
Juan Manuel Marquez KO’s Manny Pacquiao (December 8, 2012):
In the fourth installment of their epic rivalry, Marquez finally got the better of Pacquiao, scoring a stunning 6th round knockout to end their long-standing feud.
Manny Pacquiao KOs Miguel Cotto (November 14, 2009):
Pacquiao delivered a sensational performance, stopping Cotto in the 12th round to claim the WBO welterweight title in one of the Filipino icon’s career-best victories.
Floyd Mayweather Outpoints Oscar De La Hoya (May 5, 2007):
In a fight billed as the “Fight to Save Boxing,” Mayweather emerged victorious via a close 12-round decision, setting the stage for his eventual rise to superstardom.
Frankie Randall Upsets Julio Cesar Chavez (January 29, 1994):
Chavez entered the bout with a remarkable 89-0-1 record, but Randall pulled off a surprise split decision win to hand the Mexican legend his first professional loss.
Revenge: The Rematches (May 7, 1994):
This stacked pay-per-view card featured multiple rematches, including Chavez regaining his title from Randall and Gerald McClellan defending his crown against Julian Jackson.
Floyd Mayweather Outpoints Manny Pacquiao (May 2, 2015):
While the much-anticipated clash failed to live up to the hype, Mayweather’s comfortable decision victory cemented his legacy as one of the all-time greats.
George Foreman KOs Michael Moorer (November 5, 1994):
At the age of 45, the legendary Foreman pulled off a stunning upset, knocking out the younger Moorer to become the oldest heavyweight champion in history.
Evander Holyfield KOs Mike Tyson (November 9, 1996) & Evander Holyfield DQs Mike Tyson (June 28, 1997):
The two epic encounters between Holyfield and Tyson, including the infamous ear-biting incident, have become indelible moments in boxing lore.
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