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Henry Durand Tillman (born
August 1,
1960) is a former American boxer.
Pro career
Tillman turned pro in 1984 as a cruiserweight and had a disappointing professional career, primarily due to a weak chin. In 1986, he was knocked down twice and upset by
Bert Cooper via a decision. However, in 1987 he was able to secure a shot at WBA Cruiserweight Title holder
Evander Holyfield. Holyfield dropped Tillman three times en route to a 7th round TKO, according to
WBA rules. Tillman later lost to
Willie DeWitt in a rematch of their 1984 Heavyweight Olympic Final bout. In 1990, he took on
Mike Tyson in Tyson's comeback bout after his loss to
James "Buster" Douglas. Tyson knocked him out in the first round, despite Tillman having beaten Tyson twice as an amateur.