Every Time Boxing Legend Muhammad Ali Lost a Match

Losing is a vital part of boxing akin to any combat sport. Even the heavyweight legend Muhammad Ali has lost five times in his professional career. Here, we take a look at how and against whom the GOAT lost.

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Joe Frazier 1 -
March 8, 1971

Ali suffered his first-ever professional loss in his first fight against Joe Frazier via unanimous decision in what would be one of the biggest upsets in boxing history. However, the heavyweight GOAT avenged his loss against Frazier twice.

Ken Norton 1 -
March 31, 1973

Ali lost the NABF heavyweight title in his first fight against Ken Norton via a split decision. However, the boxing legend avenged his loss in the rematch and reclaimed the title.

Leon Spinks 1 -
February 15, 1978

Ali lost the WBA, WBC, and The Ring heavyweight titles in his first fight against Leon Spinks via a split decision. He then avenged his loss in the rematch and reclaimed the WBA and The Ring heavyweight titles.

Larry Holmes -
October 2, 1980

Ali suffered his fourth professional loss against Larry Holmes via RTD (corner's stoppage) after the tenth round. 

Trevor Berbick -
December 11, 1981

Ali suffered two consecutive losses for the first time in his career. After Larry Holmes, he lost against Trevor Berbick via unanimous decision. Furthermore, it was the legend's last boxing match.

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