Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier I – "Fight of the Century" (1971) At Madison Square Garden, undefeated champions Ali (31–0) and Frazier (26–0) clashed in a bout billed as the “Fight of the Century.” Ali, returning from exile, sought to reclaim his throne; Frazier aimed to prove he was the true king. For 14 rounds, they traded fury—Ali with speed and taunts, Frazier with body shots and relentless aggression. In Round 15, Frazier unleashed his left hook, sending Ali crashing to the canvas. Ali rose, but lost by unanimous decision. The fight drew global attention, pitting cultural icons: Ali the counterculture hero, Frazier the working-class warrior. Though Ali lost, he gained moral victory—his comeback was complete. The bout redefined heavyweight drama, merging politics, race, and sport into one seismic night that changed boxing forever.
Add Comment + Vote ( 1 )...
There are currently no comments!