On July 30, 2004, at Freedom Hall, Louisville, Kentucky, the legendary former undisputed heavyweight champion “Iron” Mike Tyson (50-4, 44 KOs) stepped into the ring once again. Tyson, still one of boxing’s most feared punchers, was determined to launch another comeback. Across from him stood Danny “Brixton Bomber” Williams (31-3, 26 KOs) from England — a tough, determined challenger looking to shock the world and prove himself on the biggest stage. What followed was one of the most unexpected an

52 years ago today, a young Roberto Durán reminded the boxing world why they called him “Manos de Piedra.” In a grueling battle against Japan’s Guts Ishimatsu, Durán’s relentless pressure and ferocious combinations wore his opponent down until the referee waved it off in the 10th round of a scheduled 15. With the TKO, Durán retained the WBA, The Ring, and lineal lightweight titles, further cementing his legacy as one of the most feared champions of his era. #Boxing #History #RobertoDuran #Reels