Zhou Quan was active in the lounge and stared at the TV screen. He didn't see Jordan. Isn't this guy coming to watch his boxing match this time? It seems so. There has been no news about Jordan coming to Las Vegas these days.
After three back-up games, at 10:30, the long-awaited main game ushered in.
When the lights in the entire venue went out, leaving only two bright lights pointing to an exit, host Tom Wrightson shouted in the most passionate voice:
"Ladies and gentlemen, now we invite our challenger, the black boxer, the warrior from Alabama, USA, Evander Holyfield."
With a bang, huge cheers erupted from the scene.
"He is 189 centimeters tall, weighs 99 kilograms, and has a wingspan of 198 centimeters..."
As the host continued to introduce Holyfield's career record, Holyfield, wearing a black cape, walked out of the tunnel and jogged towards the ring.
The TV station that owns the TV broadcast rights of this boxing match is ESPN. In the commentary box, the commentator Hanks Dorrey said excitedly:
"Even though Evander Holyfield is in a trough, his popularity is still very high, and boxing fans have not forgotten him."
Partner Grant Mewes said with a smile: "Among the professional heavyweight boxing champions, the four kings are famous and they are not easy to fall."
Hanks Dorrey laughed: "Tyson is a tiger, Riddick Bowe is a black bear, Lewis is a lion, and Holyfield is a cheetah.
Now the King of Iron Fist faces the challenge of Cheetah. This is his first time fighting the four kings. Who wins and who loses is very exciting! "
Grant Mewes said: "I only hope that tonight's title defense battle can break Tekken's PPV sales record."
"That's not easy. With a sales volume of 3.2 million, it's really difficult to break it!" Hanks Dorrey shook his head.
"After all, it is the greatest crossover player on the planet and the defending champion of the Four Kings. Their box office tonight has proven their appeal. I still believe they will break this record." Grant Mewes Excitedly.
"Hey, Dice, how far is it now? What?"
Hanks Dorrey asked the on-site director through the headset and got the latest PPV sales data. He said excitedly: "Good news. So far, our PPV sales have exceeded 3 million."
"oh!"
Grant Mewes screamed in excitement and shouted: "What did I say? What did I say? I said it would break the record tonight, and even break through 4 million sales."
"This breaks 3 million?"
"Oh my god, is Iron Fist going to set another PPV sales record tonight?"
"Holyfield earned it, and he also earned it by failing the challenge."
"He's making a lot of money! If the challenge fails, he might just be ruined."
After hearing the words of the two commentators, countless boxing fans began to discuss the scene, buzzing like a million flies flying around.
At this time, Evander Holyfield climbed into the ring. He also heard the words of the two commentators and was very excited.
As long as he wins the challenge, he will not only regain the WBC world title and climb out of the trough, but also break the PPV sales record, killing two birds with one stone. He is so excited that he has goosebumps on his body.
The host's impassioned voice continued: "Now let us welcome the defending champion, the WBC world boxing champion, the most famous professional cross-border fighter in the world, and one of the greatest sports athletes on the planet, Iron... Fist!"
boom!
Huge cheers, shouts and applause rang out in the stadium, like countless powder keg exploding. The invisible sound waves continued to impact everyone's eardrums like tangible things.
"Iron Fist is 188 centimeters tall, weighs 92.5 kilograms, and has a wingspan of 202 centimeters..."
Zhou Quan, who was wearing a red cape, appeared on the stage, hugged and high-fived friends such as Zeng Li and Stallone who came to cheer, and then walked to the ring.
It was O'Neal and Isiah Thomas who pressed the rope for him. This seemed to have become a unique part of his boxing match, and the two of them enjoyed it endlessly.
"I bought Iron Fist."
"Iron Fist is invincible in dodge. I bought him to defend the title without any damage."
There are a large number of Hollywood stars who like boxing, such as Stallone, who still support Zhou Quan to successfully defend his title.
"Oh ho!"
At this time, in the ESPN commentary box, Grant Mewes made a strange cry and shouted: "It's broken, it's broken the 3.2 million sales record."
"Congratulations to Iron Fist King Zhou Quan, and congratulations to the old fox Holyfield, you both set a record together." Hanks Dorrey said excitedly.
"Pa bang bang..."
There was a huge round of applause at the MGM Arena.
"Broken again?"
Tyson was itching. He wanted to fight the King of Iron Fist immediately. This previous sales record was his.
"Michael, are you optimistic that Iron Fist will succeed in defending the title?" A reporter squeezed over to interview Tyson.
Tyson looked at Zhou Quan on the ring and said: "That kid's dodge ability is amazing, but Evander has more experience. I think this will be a long-lasting war of attrition."
"Wouldn't that mean Holyfield would be at a disadvantage?" the reporter asked.
"He should use a lot of hugs to solve the problem of lack of physical fitness." Tyson said.
"So who do you think you're more optimistic about in the end?" the reporter asked.
"Iron Fist, I hope he wins. After I win the No. 7 challenge and get the WBA gold belt, I will fight him in a world boxing championship to determine the final winner of the WBA and WBC gold belts. Belong." Tyson said with great fighting spirit.
"3.5 million!"
At this time, Hanks Dorrey shouted excitedly in the ESPN commentary box.
"3.7 million!"
Ten seconds later, Grant Mewes's voice sounded.
"Broken again?"
"Damn it, I want a fight with Iron Fist."
Many world boxing champions are full of envy and jealousy at this time. For them, live box office and PPV sales represent absolute popularity and ability to attract money, and also represent the appearance fees for future boxing matches.
They bet that if the Iron Fist King successfully defends his title tonight, the appearance fee for the next title defense will definitely skyrocket. If not, then Iron Fist King needs to find a new agent and promoter.
Under the bottom pillar, coach Hans is giving his final instructions.
“Remember, he’s characterized by agility in his steps, quick punches, very strong combinations, but also a strong ability to resist punches. Remember, his chin is very strong, which is a weakness of his that is easily overlooked. "
"Also, Iron Fist, be careful with his Iron Head Skill. He likes to use his head to push the injured area on your face when hugging you."
"Finally, after hitting him hard, don't think he will definitely fall, be careful of his counterattacks, he has many unexpected moments."
"Remember, his nickname is Old Fox."
Under the opposite post, Holyfield was also listening to the coach's final instructions.
"Evander, be careful with his attacks. As long as there is a chance, Iron Fist will definitely attack like a storm. At the same time, his punches are fast and accurate, very accurate, even more accurate than your punches. At this time You have to hug him in time to stop his attack wave."
"Also, I have reminded you countless times about his dodge. You must punch quickly and carefully. After hitting the air, you must return to the defensive state as soon as possible."
"In addition, he is very calm. Those tricks that provoke him may not be effective. He will also provoke his opponents, so you have to be calmer."
"3.85 million!"
The boxing match was about to begin, and Hanks Dorrey's voice rang out again, eliciting another burst of exclamations, cheers, and applause.
"Broken! Broken! Broken..."
Then, a huge roar erupted in the MGM Arena.
"Now boxing fans hope that PPV sales can break through the 4 million mark, which will be a historical record. If it can break 4 million, Iron Fist will become the hottest and most popular professional heavyweight boxing champion on the planet." Grant ·Mewes was extremely excited.
As soon as he finished speaking, Hanks Dole's voice sounded again with great passion: "Congratulations to the Iron Fist Champion, 4 million!"
boom!
At this moment, the entire MGM Arena burst into overwhelming cheers.
"Really broken?"
"Is this broken?"
Tyson and other kings looked confused.
"yeah!"
Roger Philippe, Bob Arum, Lou Duva and others raised their fists in excitement.
Although Zeng Li was happy, she was more nervous as the boxing match was about to begin.
At this time, the referee ordered that the time for the first round was up, the coaches and assistants of both sides stepped down, and the boxers stood up to make final preparations.
"when!"
The bell rings for the first round.
"Box!"
The referee gave the order and the first round began.
"Come on Iron Fist King!"
"Fox, kill the Iron Fist King!"
Both men have a lot of celebrity fans. A large group of celebrity fans and rich fans crowded under the ring and shouted.
Zeng Li and Zhou Quan's boxing team were together. Although they had already experienced two boxing matches, they were still very nervous.
Zhou Jun didn't come this time, because his homework was important. Zeng Yu wanted to come, but didn't let her come. She had the opportunity to study in the United States, and she didn't want her sister to waste the opportunity to study.
After the referee gave the order, Zhou Quan immediately slid back to create a little distance. Then after sliding in front of Holyfield, he immediately followed up with a left circle step to circle the opponent's flank and suppress the opponent's backhand.
The 34-year-old Holyfield has so much experience. He entered the professional boxing world in 1984 and had fought 174 amateur boxing matches before. How could he let Zhou Quan suppress his backhand and immediately start to circle around.
The two circled around for several seconds without throwing any punches. Seeing that there was no chance to circle the opponent's flank, the two immediately began to try to contact each other head-on.
Zhou Quan punched first and landed a jab. Holyfield's upper body dodged to the right, but the punch was too fast and he didn't fully dodge and hit the frame.
"King of Iron Fist Dodge!"
In the ESPN commentary box, Grant Mewes suddenly shouted.
"So fast!"
Holyfield took advantage of the situation and stepped around with his right hand. He responded with a jab that hit Zhou Quan's face, and then followed up with a right hook that hit Zhou Quan's left lower rib space.
The double combo of straight left and right hooks connects very quickly. In his mind, if the jab hits, it may cause the opponent to not retreat in time, and the right hook will have a chance to continue to hit.
If the jab misses, but attracts the opponent's defense, the gap below will be even larger. Once the right hook hits, he will continue a wave of combination punches and directly defeat the Iron Fist King.
The idea was good, but he underestimated Zhou Quan's dodge ability. Zhou Quan's nerve reaction speed was so fast. As soon as Holyfield's jab came out, he reacted instantly.
The first time he lowered his arms, he actually gave up on guarding his head.
At the same time, step around right.
The next moment, Holyfield's jab, which was his left fist, hit the air from the side of his left ear, only 0.5 centimeters away from his left ear.
At this time, his right circle stepped into place and slid to Holyfield's left front.
At the same time, because of his timely right circle step, Holyfield, who hit left and right combos, hit the air again, and hit the air continuously with the right diagonal hook.
"Hit the air!"
"Hit the air!"
In the ESPN commentary box, commentators Hanks Dorrey and Grant Mewes shouted excitedly at the same time.
But before they finished speaking, Zhou Quan's reaction had already occurred.
"not good!"
Holyfield, who had hit consecutive misses, immediately slid back. At the same time, the left arm that had just been recovered from the miss quickly sank down, forming a hug to protect the left rib space.
"Bang!"
But he was still a little slow, and Zhou Quan hit him with a right hook under his left rib. Fortunately, his sinking left elbow bumped into Zhou Quan's right fist, which prevented it from hitting him completely.
"pity!"
Zhou Quan secretly said.
The next moment, he twisted his waist and swung his arms, and struck his opponent in the face with a fierce left straight punch.
Holyfield took a step back and while blocking with his right arm, he slid back again.
Blocking is to block Zhou Quan's left straight punch, and then sliding is to get away from Zhou Quan and create distance to prevent Zhou Quan from attacking with a combination of punches.
"Bang!"
But Zhou Quan's punch was fast and accurate and was not blocked. He punched Holyfield on the left cheek, making him groan.
But this blow was nothing to Holyfield. He took advantage of the situation to accelerate his retreat, and then slid to the left to get rid of Zhou Quan.
"Buzz buzz..."
From the beginning, the two sides played a very exciting offensive and defensive game. The atmosphere in the MGM Arena was very fiery, and the cheers and cheers never stopped.
"Beautiful! Although the Iron Fist King has only fought in a few professional boxing matches, he is very powerful. His combination of dodge and attack is getting better and better." Hanks Dorrey said excitedly.
Grant Mewes: "The fox suffered a little loss and allowed the Iron Fist King to get two effective strikes. The Iron Fist King's punches were too accurate and fast!"
"Be careful of his dodge!"
Holyfield's coach yelled from below.
At this time, after the two circled again for a few seconds, Zhou Quan took the lead in trying to make contact, while Holyfield kept moving around.
The old fox now has the most direct experience of King of Iron Fist's dodge and precise strikes, and at the same time he has some concerns about King of Iron Fist's ability to seize offensive opportunities.
Just now, the King of Iron Fist grabbed the gap in his left rib. It was exactly the same style as before when he used a right circle step to grab the gap in the left rib of the King of Iron Fist. They both switched from defense to offense very quickly. This is the ability to seize offensive opportunities. .
Zhou Quan continued to attack with precise and fast jabs, making Holyfield somewhat passive.
(End of chapter)
