Evan Holyfield was knocked out by unheralded opponent Jurmain McDonald
Boxing prospect Evan Holyfield, son of the iconic former heavyweight champion Evander, has lost his undefeated record after suffering a stunning second round knockout loss to journeyman opponent Jurmain McDonald – a part-time fighter who also works as an electrician.
The 24-year-old Holyfield was heavily favored to make easy work of McDonald, who came into the bout with a record of just 6-5 but Holyfield, who entered the ring with an unbeaten 9-0 career ledger, caught the up and coming fighter with a flush overhand right in the second round which sent Holyfield tumbling face-first to the canvas.
He appeared badly dazed and attempted to rise to his feet on the referee’s eight-count but the official called off the fight when he determined that Holyfield was unable to continue.
Jurmain McDonald knocked out Evan Holyfield 😳 (via @trillerfight)
