2017 October Legends Closing November 11
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In 1971, Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali met in Madison Square Garden for a boxing match billed as “The Fight of the Century”. This fight, between Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali, is one of the most legendary sporting events of the 20th century. A 15-round heavyweight title fight between two undefeated contenders, this bout was the first of three contested between Ali and Frazier. After 15 bone-crushing round, Frazier was named the unanimous victor by Artie Aidala, Bill Recht, and Art Mercante. Frazier held the heavyweight title for two years after this fight, until he was defeated by the young upstart George Foreman. Ali and Frazier fought again in 1974 and 1975, the latter fight known as “The Thrilla in Manila.” Ali emerged victorious from both battles, bloodied, but a champion.
This poster, which has been mounted to a 31 x 25 inch display, measures 28 x 22 inches. It hung at Madison Square Garden before the fight, advertising the brutal human spectacle that would take place on March 8th, 1971. Pictures of each fighter surround the bold text that announces the presence of the two larger than life figures. This poster is in tremendous condition, and is one of the most sought after keepsakes from a truly iconic moment in American sporting history.