Ali's Greatest Fights

In October of 1980, Muhammad Ali was preparing to fight for an unprecedented fourth heavyweight title against his friend and former sparring partner Larry Holmes. To say that the great Ali was in the twilight of his career would be generous.

The Thrilla in Manila will always be remembered as one of the greatest boxing matches ever to take place. Ali vs. Frazier III, would be bigger and more significant than their previous two bouts. This one was for supremacy. This one was winner take all.

Muhammad Ali defended his title against challenger Chuck Wepner. The first four rounds were close as Ali apparently didn't take this fight seriously but the champion would finally score a 15th round knockout to silence his critics.

Muhammad Ali fought Zora Folley in 1967 at Madison Square Garden.

Muhammad Ali showed why he is regarded as the greatest boxer of all time in this brutal bout against Ron Lyle. Behind on points and heading for defeat, Ali unleashed a devastating flurry of punches that floored his opponent and won the fight.

Muhammad Ali was the greatest boxer to ever live and when he spoke his mind it made for some of the best theater in American sports. Here is some memorable interviews and exclamations that made Ali - The King of Trash Talk.