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<\/a>In the first quarter-final of the inaugural \u2018eWBSS Heavyweight Legends Tournament\u2019, Muhammad Ali (56-5, 37 KOs) conquered Evander Holyfield (44-10-2, 29 KOs) to progress to the eWorld Boxing Super Series semi-finals.<\/p>\nSimulated on EA Sports \u2018Fight Night Champion and with over 150,000 people watching online from around the world, both fighters set off at a frenetic pace and it was Holyfield who was landing the cleaner shots. The Alabama born heavyweight known as \u2018The Real Deal\u2019 continued his assault in the second round and landed a lethal combination that rocked Ali. <\/p>\n
After a closely fought third and fourth, Ali demonstrated his class and speed in the fifth as he floated like a butterfly and stung like a bee. The brave Holyfield rose at the count of five from a lethal straight right hand from Ali but was unable to survive the round as Ali dropped him once again to win via knockout.<\/p>\n
A clearly delighted Ali was ecstatic with his thrilling performance.<\/p>\n
\u201cI\u2019m young, I\u2019m handsome, I\u2019m fast. I can\u2019t possibly be beat,\u201d said Ali. \u201cIf you even dream of beating me you\u2019d better wake up and apologise!\u201d<\/p>\n
eWBSS Chief Boxing Officer, Kalle Sauerland was equally enthused as the Heavyweight Legends tournament got off to a thrilling start.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat a storming performance by the GOAT!\u201d said Kalle Sauerland. \u201cA scorching first fight to get us underway! Great courage and skill also showed by \u2018The Real Deal.\u2019<\/p>\n
\u201cThousands of fans from all over the world were watching the opening of our Legends tournament that takes place while the world of real-life sport is on halt. We\u2019re really happy to be able to give some entertainment to fans who may be stuck at home at this tough time.\u201d<\/p>\n