Fans React as ‘The Greatest Sporting Moment of All Time’ Goes Viral
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Title fights are the most hyped events in boxing. Though they take place each year in different weight divisions, some become so legendary that they define the sport’s reach. Like the Maypac contest between the legendary fighters of the modern generation, Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao. It was probably one of the biggest events in boxing history.
But a fight between legendary heavyweights Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier that took place about four decades earlier still remains unmatchable in many aspects.
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This undisputed clash for the throne of heavyweight was so big that the eyes of the whole world were set on it. The enmity between the duo was so real that its gravity and impact were bigger than any sporting event.
Till that point, it was the most watched event across the globe. The anticipation was so complex and uncertain that the tension witnessed before that event was never seen again. Keeping in mind the hype of the event, boxing experts labeled it as the ‘Fight of the century.’
Though Frazier, who was favored by experts as a favorite, emerged victorious by decision after 15 rounds of back and forth, Ali became bigger than the sport.
The post related to this event recently surfaced on Facebook. A page named Boxing History reported it and wrote, “Joe Frazier sends Muhammad Ali to the canvas in the 15th round of their unforgettable first fight, won by Frazier at Madison Square Garden in 1971.”
This caught fans’ attention. They poured their memories.
How did fans react to this event?
A fan wrote, “The most defining sport moment in my childhood. Still sends shivers down my spine.”
Another fan wrote, “This was the greatest exhibition of mental strength I’ve ever seen in a person. Joe Frazier that is.”
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“Probably the greatest sporting moment of all time …either way two absolute legends may they forever reign”, another fan wrote.
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Another fan wrote, “This is a great History of my black men’s friends always be LOVE FOREVER.”
Another fan wrote, “Frazier was so lethal in those days. A devastating punch.”
Another fan wrote, “The Fight Of The Century.”
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Another fan wrote, “I was actually there. Can still remember the smoked and excitement of the old Garden.”
Edited by:
Ajinkya Aswale