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Jul 7, 2024 · Leon Spinks (born July 11, 1953, St. Louis, Missouri, U.S.—died February 5, 2021, Henderson, Nevada) was an American boxer who won an Olympic gold medal in 1976 and was the world heavyweight champion in 1978.
3 days ago · Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier III, billed as the Thrilla in Manila, was the third and final boxing match between undisputed champion Muhammad Ali, and former champion Joe Frazier, for the heavyweight championship of the world.
4 days ago · Muhammad Ali (2) 30 Oct 1974 – 15 Feb 1978 10 20 Leon Spinks: 15 Feb – 15 Sep 1978 0 21 Muhammad Ali (3) 15 Sep 1978 – 4 Jul 1979 0 Ali retired. 22 Larry Holmes (Conferred The Ring lineal title upon Mike Weaver's def. of John Tate, as Holmes had previously successfully defended title against Weaver) 31 Mar 1980 – 21 Sep 1985 14 23
Jul 10, 2024 · Leon Spinks W15 Muhammad Ali, Feb. 15, 1978 — While it was obvious Ali was nearing the end, few thought Spinks — who had only seven pro fights to his credit — had any chance of defeating the old champion.
Jul 19, 2024 · On March 6, 1964, he took the name Muhammad Ali, which was given to him by his spiritual mentor, Elijah Muhammad. Sonny Liston and Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali) Sonny Liston on the canvas while Cassius Clay (later Muhammad Ali) raises his arms in triumph after his first-round defeat of Liston in 1965.
5 days ago · In this video, we delve into the early career of Muhammad Ali, one of the greatest boxers of all time. We explore his iconic fights against some formidable o...
Jul 16, 2024 · Welcome back to Boxing After Dark! Tonight, we take you back to 1975. Muhammad Ali is fresh off his victory against George Foreman, and every heavyweight is ...
