Muhammad Ali: Seven Years Gone, Never To Be Forgotten
Was it really seven years ago when the one and only, the truly incomparable Muhammad Ali passed away? It was … read more “Muhammad Ali: Seven Years Gone, Never To Be Forgotten”
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50 Years Ago Today: Ken Norton Scores Huge Upset Over Muhammad Ali
The boxing world was still getting over the momentous shock a young, raw, and savagely powerful George Foreman unleashed in … read more “50 Years Ago Today: Ken Norton Scores Huge Upset Over Muhammad Ali”
Which Heavyweight Super Fight Do You Prefer – Ali-Frazier I or Ali-Frazier III?
Muhammad Ali’s first titanic battle with his fiercest rival, Joe Frazier, is an old fight now. A very old fight. … read more “Which Heavyweight Super Fight Do You Prefer – Ali-Frazier I or Ali-Frazier III?”
Ali, Foreman, Dundee, and Goodman – And The “Loosened Ropes” Myth
If any fight fan of a certain age or education hears talk of how purposely loosened ropes played a huge … read more “Ali, Foreman, Dundee, and Goodman – And The “Loosened Ropes” Myth”
On This Day: “Super Fight II” And Ali Gets Revenge Over Frazier To Earn A Shot At Foreman
Often referred to as a let-down of a fight, certainly compared to the sensational warfare Ali and Frazier engaged in … read more “On This Day: “Super Fight II” And Ali Gets Revenge Over Frazier To Earn A Shot At Foreman”
On This Day: Absolute Legends Muhammad Ali and Cus D’Amato Were Born
Muhammad Ali and Cus D’Amato: two absolute, there-is-zero-room-for-debate legends, each making an indelible impact on the sport of boxing. Both … read more “On This Day: Absolute Legends Muhammad Ali and Cus D’Amato Were Born”
The Mount Rushmore Of Sportsmen: The Four Greatest Athletes Of All-Time
Maybe it is due to the sad passing of football legend Pele, but numerous sports writers have, over the New … read more “The Mount Rushmore Of Sportsmen: The Four Greatest Athletes Of All-Time”
On This Day: Ali Vs. Foster – When The Greatest Stopped “The Sheriff”
During his long and distinguished ring career, Muhammad Ali was only ever cut once. It was 50 years ago today … read more “On This Day: Ali Vs. Foster – When The Greatest Stopped “The Sheriff””