The fight took place at Queen Elizabeth Sports Centre, Nassau, Bahamas. At 236 1/4 lbs., Ali fought at the heaviest of his professional career. He did well for the first three rounds, and Berbick appeared to be tiring. Ali saved his strength by leaning on the ropes and conserving his energy during the middle rounds, and tried to come on in the last few rounds. Berbick's frequent combinations had Ali on the defensive more often than not, and won Berbick the fight.
Trevor Berbick vs. Muhammad Ali
Referee: Zach Clayton
Judge: Alonzo Butler 97-94
Judge: Jay Edson 99-94
Judge: Clyde Gray 99-94
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Ali's last fight was December 11, 1981 against Trevor Berbick in the Bahamas. By this time, Ali was well past his prime and he had little to offer. Berbick won a unanimous 10 round decision.