Muhammad Ali Signed Oversized Photograph. ...

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Muhammad Ali Signed Oversized Photograph. The rivalry between Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston is one of the most famous in boxing history, marked by two iconic fights in the 1960s. In their first encounter on February 25, 1964, the young and brash Ali, then known as Cassius Clay, shocked the world by defeating the heavily favored Liston to win the heavyweight title. Ali's taunting and psychological tactics, combined with his superior speed and agility, led to Liston quitting before the seventh round?.

The rematch, held on May 25, 1965, was even more controversial. Ali knocked out Liston in the first round with a punch that many observers, including Liston himself, claimed they didn't see, leading to the term "phantom punch" becoming part of boxing lore??. The image of Ali standing over Liston, taunting him to get up, became one of the most famous sports photographs in history. This rivalry not only cemented Ali's status as a boxing legend but also symbolized a significant cultural shift in America during the 1960s??.

Offered is perhaps Ali's most famous image - standing over a knocked down Liston. Sitting inside a 21x26" frame, the photograph sports a superb silver Sharpie signature from Ali. Light wear on the frame.


Pre-certified by PSA/DNA.

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