What year did Holyfield defeat Mike Tyson and reclaim the WBA title?
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Evander Holyfield defeated Mike Tyson and reclaimed the WBA title in 1996. This was a rematch of their 1997 fight, which ended in a controversial disqualification after Tyson bit Holyfield's ear. The second fight was much more one-sided, with Holyfield winning by a unanimous decision. This victory helped Holyfield to cement his legacy as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time.
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