Oliver McCall, a 59-year-old former heavyweight champion, made history on November 19 by becoming the oldest boxer to win a professional bout. Following his technical knockout victory over Stacy Frazier at the Texas Troubadour Theater in Nashville, Tennessee, McCall expressed his willingness to face YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul, aiming to avenge Mike Tyson’s controversial defeat.
McCall’s Historic Victory
In the first round, Frazier, 54, started strong, landing several body shots on McCall. However, McCall countered with precise jabs and delivered a powerful right hook, sending his opponent to the canvas.
The second round saw McCall continue his offensive dominance. Another right hook floored Frazier for the second time. Though Frazier managed to get up, he was cornered and overwhelmed by McCall’s relentless attacks. Unable to recover, Frazier was counted out by the referee, awarding McCall a technical knockout victory.
This win surpassed the record set by Mike Tyson, who at 58 had recently become the oldest boxer to secure a professional win. Reflecting on his achievement, McCall stated, “I was the first to knock out the youngest heavyweight champion, Tyson. Now, I’m the oldest to win a professional boxing match.”
It’s worth noting that McCall never officially fought Tyson in a professional bout, though they once sparred as training partners.
Challenge to Jake Paul
Despite his age, McCall is not ready to hang up his gloves. He announced plans to cut weight and sharpen his skills, aiming to challenge Jake Paul, who recently defeated Mike Tyson in a highly controversial decision on November 15 at AT&T Stadium in Texas.
“I’m ready to take on Jake Paul and knock him out to avenge Tyson,” McCall declared. “If I drop 5 kilograms, I’ll be in even better shape. I still pack a punch and have strong defense. Knocking Paul out would be incredible.”
A Storied Career
McCall’s career highlights include a technical knockout victory over Lennox Lewis to claim the WBC heavyweight title in September 1994. He successfully defended the belt against Larry Holmes before losing it to Frank Bruno in 1995. Over his career, McCall accumulated 60 wins, including 39 by knockout, and 14 losses.
Meanwhile, Tyson remains a boxing legend, holding the record as the youngest heavyweight champion in history. At just 20, he captured the WBC title in 1986. Tyson’s professional record includes 50 wins (44 by knockout) and six losses.
As McCall eyes a potential fight with Jake Paul, boxing fans are eager to see if the veteran can achieve another milestone in his storied career
