Muhammad Ali vs Joe Frazier III
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Having regained the World Heavyweight Championship in a historic fight in Zaïre against George Foreman, 10 years after having winning it in 1964, Muhammad Ali seemed invincible. His rivalry with Joe Frazier flared up, as Smokin' Joe saw a chance to regain the title himself in a "rubber match". With everything on the line, and nothing to lose, Joe Frazier gives it all in this epic battle often referred to as the "Thrilla in Manila".
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Their records at the time
Muhammad Ali: 48-2
Joe Frazier: 32-2