Evander Holyfield vs Tyson Fury
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Evander Holyfield
57-10-2
Tyson Fury
"The Gypsy King"
38-2-1Physical Comparison
Tyson Fury has the height edge at 206cm vs 189cm for Evander Holyfield — a 17cm difference that gives Fury the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Evander Holyfield brings a record of 57-10-2 across 69 professional bouts (83% win rate).Tyson Fury enters with 38-2-1 from 41 fights (93% win rate).
Evander Holyfield has the experience edge with 69 bouts compared to 41 — that's 28 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Age & Career Stage
Tyson Fury is the younger fighter at 37 compared to Evander Holyfield's 63 — a 26-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Holyfield relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Holyfield's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (69 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Fury's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (93% vs 83%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Evander Holyfield vs Tyson Fury — FAQ
- What are Evander Holyfield's and Tyson Fury's records?
- Evander Holyfield is 57-10-2 (0 KOs). Tyson Fury is 38-2-1 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Evander Holyfield or Tyson Fury?
- Tyson Fury is taller at 206cm vs 189cm — a 17cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.