HOLMES, LARRY-LEROY JONES & ALEXIS ARGUELLO-GERALD HAYS ON SITE POSTER (1980)
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Regular price $425.00
HISTORY: On March 31, 1980 at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas world heavyweight champion Larry Holmes fought LeRoy Jones in the main event with his title on the line. Holmes dominated and stopped Jones in the 8th round. Holmes was a 12 to 1 favorite. Holmes got $1.3 million, while Jones made $150,000. Holmes dominated the fight and had both of Jones' eyes badly swollen. Holmes was battering Jones in the challenger's corner when the referee stopped the fight. Once again Holmes was accused of using the "Thumb in the eye" punch. On the undercard lightweight Alexis Arguello won a 10 round decision over Gerald Hays. Offered here is an original, on site poster for this event.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, cardboard, on site poster which pictures Holmes, Jones and others on the show. Bold color and print. Bold, clear images. No tack holes. Clean front and back. Not creased or torn. Minor edge wear. 22" x 28."
Size: 22 x 28
Condition: excellent