Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier (Boxing)
The rivalry between Ali and Frazer has been etched into the sports folklore, from the “Fight Of Century” to the “Thrilla In Manila.” The two were exact opposites, but when they entered the ring, magic was created. They faced each other three times (1971,1974,1975). In the last fight, Frazer had been badly hurt by the onslaught of Ali, leading to Frazer’s team’s refusal for continuing the fight. Their entire rivalry can be summed up by the hatred, they had for each other.
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The rivalry between Ali and Frazer has been etched into the sports folklore, from the “Fight Of Century” to the “Thrilla In Manila.” The two were exact opposites, but when they entered the ring, magic was created. They faced each other three times (1971,1974,1975). In the last fight, Frazer had been badly hurt by the onslaught of Ali, leading to Frazer’s team’s refusal for continuing the fight. Their entire rivalry can be summed up by the hatred, they had for each other.