After marching to the final four, Holyfield seemed on the verge of securing a place in the final when he knocked out his New Zealand opponent Kevin Barry with a perfect left hook.

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"We will miss Barry and Kevin, but it's something you expect and you are bound to get a booking or two, " said Smith.

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With Barry Ferguson leaving, Kevin Thompson will be be the player to watch if he can stay fit.

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