Breaking: At 57, Evander Holyfield stages boxing comeback

Boxing legend Evander Holyfield is stepping back into the ring aged 57 – hot on the heels of 53-year-old fierce rival Mike Tyson announcing his return.

Fromer undisputed cruiserweight and heavyweight king Holyfield will contest exhibition fights for a “great cause”.

He told TMZ Sports: “The Champ is back, I’d like to announce that I will be making a comeback to the ring.

“I will be fighting in exhibition matches for a great cause.”

In particular the Yank will support the #Unite4OurFight campaign, which “aims to provide students the resources they need for emotional development and education”.

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