Historical Events tagged with "thrilla"
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Sports & Recreation
Muhammad Ali claims victory over Joe Frazier
October 1st, 1975 49 years ago
Muhammad Ali faced Joe Frazier in a grueling boxing match in Manila. Known as the 'Thrilla in Manila,' this bout was the third and final meeting between the two legendary heavyweights, both vying for dominance in the boxing world. The fight was marked by its intense heat and back-and-forth action, ultimately leading to Frazier's corner halting the match after the 14th round, allowing Ali to retain his heavyweight title.
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