One of the most fearsome light heavyweight bangers in the annals of the division, the great Bob Foster became world champion on this day back in 1968.
During his long and distinguished ring career, Muhammad Ali was only ever cut once. It was 50 years ago today when Ali, having notched up eight wins since losing “The Fight of the Century” with Joe Frazier, met devastating light-heavyweight king Bob Foster in Tahoe, Stateline, Nevada.
Light-heavyweight king Bob Foster, a man known for delivering highlight reel KO’s, defended his crown against an unbeaten Mike Quarry 50 years ago.