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Ali first won the championship, in February, 1964 by defeating Sonny Liston, at the age of 22. He held the title until April, 1967 (age 25) when he was stripped of the belt for refusing induction into the U.S. military.

His second title reign started at the age of 32 when he defeated George Foreman in October, 1974. He held the title until February, 1978 (age 36) when he lost to Leon Spinks.

His third title reign started at the age of 36 when he defeated Leon Spinks in September, 1978. He retired without defending the title.

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