+ High Res Muhammad Ali / Sonny Liston II Limited Edition Photo Autographed by Ali and Liefer 20 x 24
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Muhammad Ali / Sonny Liston II Limited Edition Photo Autographed by Ali and Liefer 20 x 24"

Item # PH-3910


$7,500.00


Photographer Neil Liefer captured an aerial view of Muhammad Ali's second title bout between Ali and Sonny Liston on May 25,1965 in Lewiston, Maine. It was Ali's first title defense after taking the heavyweight crown from Liston just a little more than a year earlier. Much controversy surrounded the outcome, as observers watched Ali land a "Phantom Punch" that many believe never connected. To add to the controversy, referee Jersey Joe Walcott lost track of the count! Many believed the fight was thrown by Liston because of his well-known mob ties, though Ali insisted that the punch really landed. Film footage of the fight showing the right hand landing with a rippling effect in Liston's back muscles helped to support Ali's position. However, the controversy continues 'til this day. Original, limited edition 20" x 24" photo, # 74/350, signed on the border by Neil Liefer and Muhammad Ali. Authenticated by Steve Jackson Authentications, Online Authentics and Ali biographer Thomas Hauser (authenticating Ali's autograph). Also includes a Letter of Authenticity from Neil Liefer, authenticating the photo.



Authenticated by Steve Jackson Authentications and Online Authentics


Fight History

Sonny Liston SONNY LISTON/CASSIUS CLAY I

Miami Beach Convention Hall, Florida
February 25, 1964
Clay won a 7th round TKO


The son of a sharecropper, Liston was born into abject poverty, believed to be one of 25 children sired by his abusive father. His trouble with the law began at an early age: he was sentenced to eight years in ... Read More


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