The 1974 "Rumble in the Jungle" between Muhammad Ali and George Foreman is probably the best known and most notably heavyweight title fights are shown. One reason may be that this fascination was heavy all-time in one of the worst battles. The characteristics of the two opponents were more couldnt otherwise - on the one hand, the patriotic Foreman, The Star Spangled Banner waving after winning the Olympics was in 1968. On the other hand, the black hero uncomfortable Ali,the anger of the white establishment had its application for recognition as a conscientious objector and his conversion to Islam. The fight in Zaire and surrounding deposits have also been developed a novel ("The Fight" by Norman Mailer, published in 1975). Foreman was the favorite of the experts'. He had his last eight fights always won by knockout in the first two rounds (among his enemies had regrettable Joe Frazier and Ken Norton, who was unable Ali, the knock-out or down in six games)and 37 of his 40 professional fights. His strength was enormous, and after having punched the heavy bag for a few laps, there was a huge dent in it - once he had even refused affixture! Source: see the whole story: www.float-as-a-butterfly.de
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