George Foreman’s Former Opponent Remembers Boxer as ‘Light Large,’ ‘Nice Individual’

Michael Moorer — one of many few males who stood toe-to-toe in a boxing ring with George Foreman — tells TMZ Sports activities he is heartbroken over the boxing legend’s loss of life … making it clear the pugilist can be sorely missed.

We sat down with Moorer on Monday — simply three days after Foreman’s household revealed the ex-heavyweight champ handed away at 76 years previous — and it wasn’t exhausting to inform he was crushed to be taught of the information.

Moorer referred to as Foreman “a gentle giant” … and added that he’ll at all times keep in mind him as “a great person.”

Moorer and Foreman fought manner again in 1994 — and Moorer was thought of an enormous favourite on the time. And, for a lot of the matchup, he dominated … however within the tenth spherical, Foreman knocked him out with an enormous proper hand and took his championship belt.

Moorer — who mentioned he wanted 32 stitches in his lip to repair the injury the KO punch induced — held no ill-will towards Foreman in wake of the defeat … actually, he mentioned the 2 remained phone associates over time.

He obtained the prospect to meet up with Foreman at a 2023 screening of the “Big George Foreman” biopic … and advised us he was thrilled his son obtained the prospect to snap a photograph with the legend whereas on the occasion.

Foreman’s household acknowledged he died “peacefully” whereas “surrounded by loved ones.” A explanation for loss of life has not but been revealed.