The Thrilla In Manila: Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier 1975 (Video)

November 8, 2011

Arguably considered one of the greatest fights in boxing history, “The Thrilla In Manila” with Muhammad Ali Vs. Joe Frazier was the third and final fight between two of the greatest boxers in the history of the sport. This Heavyweight Championship bout took place at the Araneta Coliseum in Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines on October 1, 1975. Rest in peace to North Philly’s finest…..Smokin’ Joe Frazier!

Joe Frazier Vs. Muhammad Ali II (January 28, 1974)

“Ali wanted to avenge his loss to Frazier in their first fight, and a world title try at Heavyweight champion George Foreman, who had dethroned Frazier, was at stake. Their first and third fights became part of boxing’s lore, but most viewers considered the second fight to be entertaining as well.”