When its all said and done.
Boxing is 12 rounds.
Thats what all boxers prepare for.

Lennox lewis against vitali in las vegas for the rematch with both fighters being in the shape of their lives would have been a superb fight!

Regardless of who would have won the rematch i honestly believe that even though vitali lost the fight he had with lewis, he can take alot of recognition and respect in saying he was the reason that lewis retired.

Lewis woke up after the fight and just thought he doesnt need to do this anymore. If he had just beat another heavyweight easy he would have continued...but being 8 years older and being hurt and tired at various points of the fight..he called it a day.

Cant be mad at lewis for that.
But vitali does deserve some kudos.