Ali went on to make a successful run of world title defences following his over Foreman, which included wins against Joe Frazier and Ken Norton. Ali lost five times in a glittering career that ended after he began to suffer ill-health in the early 80’s.
Of all the fights that could have happened that were close to happening, the one that serves to be absolutely the most tantalizing and causes the most regret
Shavers knocked out the likes of Ken Norton, Jimmy Ellis and Jimmy Young during his career which began in 1969 and ended over a quarter-century later in 1995. He sadly passed away in 2022 at the age of 78 following a short illness.
George Foreman, the legendary boxer known for his knockout power and iconic grilling empire, isn't just a man of many talents – he also has a taste for style (and maybe a little speed!). One of his favorite rides?
The NBA awards expansion franchises to Milwaukee and Phoenix. 1973 — George Foreman knocks out Joe Frazier in the second round in Kingston, Jamaica, to win the world heavyweight title. 1983 — Houston becomes the first NBA team not to score a point in overtime.
Coming off a tough loss to the Clippers, the Lakers have little trouble defeating the NBA's worst team, the Washington Wizards.
The late Muhammad Ali’s wife is set to honor his legacy with a new audio series, featuring a lineup of special guests that includes popular figures from Will Smith to Mike Tyson.
Kenesaw Mountain Landis takes office as baseball’s commissioner. 1947 — Carl Hubbell, Frank Frisch, Mickey Cochrane, and Lefty Grove are elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame.