Riddick Bowe was the former undisputed heavyweight champion. He won the title by outpointing Evander Holyfield but later lost the belt by losing to Holyfield the second time. Bowe kept on fighting on until later challenged by Polish fighter Andrew Golota. Golota who was clearly winning the fight, was disqualified for low punches. Bowe had a rematch with Golota and he was disqualified again for throwing a low blow.