This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 12/31/2020
This lot features an incredibly rare "Fight of the Champions" program for the fight between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier on Match 8th, 1971 at Madison Square Garden. Signed by both Ali and Frazier in bold, black marker. This memorable duel was billed as "The Fight of the Century" between WBC/WBA heavyweight champion Joe Frazier (26–0, 23 KOs) and The Ring/lineal heavyweight champion Muhammad Ali (31–0, 25 KOs). It was the first time that two undefeated boxers fought each other for the heavyweight title. It is widely regarded as the biggest fight in history and as arguably the most anticipated and hyped sporting event ever. Frazier won in 15 rounds via unanimous decision. It was the first of a trilogy, followed by the rematch fights Super Fight II (1974) and Thrilla in Manila (1975), both won by Ali. This program is an extremely rare item by itself, let alone signed by both boxing legends. Great investment opportunity.
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