Much ado about nothing-nothing, Real Deal drops Iron Mike, and Cranky Crampton wins - This DiSH for Nov. 9

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In 1946, the 'Greatest Offensive Battle in the History of College Football' finished in a 0-0 tie.

In 1996, Real Deal Evander Holyfield beat Mike Tyson. There were several headbutts but no bites.

In 2014, Bubba Watson lost his final round lead, got it back and then won in a playoff.

In 1969, cranky Bruce Crampton beat Jack Nicklaus and the rest of the field to win the Hawaiian Open.

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Relive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to do it to the last time it happened, the unbelievable to the strange, This Day in Sports History is a 365-day journey remembering those significant events that made a lasting impact.

Takeaways:

• On November 9th, 1946, Notre Dame and Army played to a scoreless tie, defying expectations.
• The game featured four Heisman Trophy winners, a unique occurrence in college football history.
• Despite high hopes for an offensive showdown, both teams' defenses dominated the match.
• Bubba Watson's incredible eagle on the final hole led to a playoff victory in 2014.
• Bruce Crampton, known for his surly demeanor, finally beat Jack Nicklaus in 1969.
• Evander Holyfield shocked the boxing world by defeating Mike Tyson in their first encounter.

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