Lennox Lewis enters Hall of Fame

British former heavyweight world champion Lennox Lewis is to be inducted into the International Hall of Fame in his first year of eligibility.

Lewis, 43, retired from boxing in 2003 with a record of 41 wins, 2 defeats and one controversial draw to Evander Holyfield in 1999. He was heavyweight champion of the world on three different occasions and is widely regarded as one of Britain’s greatest fighters.

The heavyweight division has struggled in his absence leading to rumours of a comeback following the return of Vitali Klitschko earlier this year. Although Lewis has laughed off the rumours, claiming there isn’t anybody worth fighting. And who can blame him.

Speaking after the announcement of his Hall of Fame entry, Lewis said: “To be put in the Hall of Fame is an accomplishment that seals my legacy. It will be there forever.”

Watch some higlights of Lennox in action below...