James “Buster” Douglas etched his name into boxing history on February 11, 1990, when he defeated the seemingly unbeatable Mike Tyson at the Tokyo Dome in one of the greatest upsets in the history of professional sports.
Entering the fight as a 42-to-1 underdog, Douglas showed extraordinary composure and determination from the opening bell. Using his long jab, intelligent movement, and precise combinations, he controlled the distance and repeatedly frustrated Tyson, who had entered the fight as the undefeated undisputed heavyweight champion.
The fight took a dramatic turn in the eighth round when Tyson landed a powerful uppercut that sent Douglas to the canvas. Douglas recovered and returned to dominating the action.
In the tenth round, Douglas unleashed a devastating combination that sent Tyson to the canvas for the first time in his professional career. Tyson attempted to recover, but he was unable to beat the referee’s count.
James “Buster” Douglas became the undisputed heavyweight champion of the world, producing one of the most shocking victories ever witnessed in boxing.
This right Everlast boxing glove is signed by James “Buster” Douglas and inscribed “TYSON KO 2-11-90,” directly commemorating the knockout that changed the course of heavyweight boxing history.
The inscription makes the glove particularly compelling for collectors because it identifies both the opponent and the exact date of Douglas’ defining victory.
Certified by Schwartz, this signed Everlast glove represents a remarkable piece of boxing memorabilia connected to one of the most iconic upsets in the history of the sport.
For collectors, a Douglas-signed glove bearing the “TYSON KO 2-11-90” inscription captures the exact moment when a 42-to-1 underdog defeated one of the most dominant heavyweight champions of all time.