Conversation so far:
When did Larry Holmes become champion?
Larry Holmes first won the WBC heavyweight title in 1978.
What can you tell me about the 1978 WBC heavyweight fight?
Larry Holmes and Norton's fight was a tough, competitive fight. Holmes rallied late in the fifteenth to win the round and take the title by a split decision.

Question: Who was the favorite fighter?
Self-contained rewrite: Between Larry Holmes and Ken Norton, who was the favorite in the Vegas WBC fight on June 9, 1978?