Chris Byrd, 55, the latest to succumb in an ill-advised comeback
Chris Byrd's desire to return to the ring is understood but why was he allowed anywhere near the ring, asks Matt Christie
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Former US Olympics coach Joe Byrd dies at 89
Joe W Byrd, the former coach of the US Olympic boxing team and the father of Chris Byrd, has died at the age of 89
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The Top 10 heavyweights of the 21st century (so far)
Kieran Mulvaney rates and reviews the best heavyweights of the current century
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Oleksandr Usyk’s Plan to Drop Down to Cruiserweight Might Be Unwise
Undisputed heavyweight champion Oleksandr Usyk claims he's considering moving back to cruiserweight following his Dec. 21 rematch with Tyson Fury, but history dictates that such a move would be unwise.
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Chris Byrd Back in Training, Down To Middleweight, Eyes Return
Two-time World Heavyweight Champion Chris Byrd is back in the ring after a prolonged series of health challenges. Following his Hall of Fame worthy career at heavyweight, which included wins over Vitali Klitschko, Evander Holyfield, and David Tua, Byrd (47-5, 22 KOs) suffered from severe neuropathy and chronic pain from fighting far above his natural weight.
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