He lost 5
Frazier, Norton, Leon Spinks, Holmes and Trevor Berbick
5 times
Yes, Ip Man, a renowned martial artist, did lose a few fights during his career, but he is most famous for his impressive skills and victories.
Although Rocky Marciano was undefeated in 49 fights in the pro's he did lose four fights during his amateur career.
Rocky is American, and he fights a Russian. Rocky then beats the Russian in a boxing match. That's pretty much it.
Gladiator fights could be loosely compared to our boxing or full contact karate. Chariot racing could be compared to our harness racing, and loosely compared to auto racing.
Dog fights
Muhammad Ali's most notable manager was Herbert Muhammad, who managed him during much of his boxing career. Herbert was the son of the famous boxing promoter and manager, Don King, and he played a significant role in promoting Ali's fights and ensuring his financial success. Ali also had a close relationship with trainer Angelo Dundee, who was instrumental in shaping his boxing style and strategy.
Muhammad Ali did not participate in armature fights; he was primarily known for his professional boxing career. Before turning professional, he had an impressive amateur record, winning 100 matches, including a gold medal in the light heavyweight division at the 1960 Rome Olympics. His transition to professional boxing marked the beginning of his legendary status in the sport.
61 in his professional career (Of which he won 56)
By 1981, Muhammad Ali had fought a total of 61 professional bouts. His record stood at 56 wins, 5 losses, with 37 of those victories coming by knockout. Ali was a prominent figure in boxing and had notable fights against opponents such as Sonny Liston, Joe Frazier, and George Foreman during this period. His career spanned from 1960 to 1981, culminating in his retirement from boxing.
Ali's boxing record is:Total fights : 61Wins: 56Wins by KO: 37Losses :5Draws : 0
Yes, Cassius Clay, better known as Muhammad Ali, lived in Massachusetts for a brief period. He spent time in the state during his early boxing career and was involved in various events there. Notably, he trained at the Boston Garden and participated in fights in the region. However, his primary residences were in other states, such as Kentucky and later in Michigan.
A pugilist.
Muhammad Ali's total earnings from his boxing career are estimated to be around $80 million to $100 million. This figure includes not only his fight purses but also endorsements and other business ventures. His most lucrative fights, such as those against Joe Frazier and George Foreman, contributed significantly to his overall earnings. Adjusted for inflation, his total earnings could be even higher today.
He won 56 with 37 by ko and he lost 5. of those 5 he avenged three (two of them twice) and the last two defeats were his last two fight.
Dwight Muhammad Qawi has: Played himself in "ESPN Top Rank Boxing" in 1980. Played himself in "Showtime Championship Boxing" in 1987. Played himself in "Once a Champion" in 1991. Played himself in "ESPN Friday Night Fights" in 1998. Played Himself - Audience Member in "ESPN Friday Night Fights" in 1998. Played himself in "ESPN SportsCentury" in 1999.
Muhammad Ali did not play for a sports team in the traditional sense, as he was a professional boxer rather than a team athlete. He is best known for his boxing career and was a three-time world heavyweight champion. Ali's notable fights were against opponents like Sonny Liston, Joe Frazier, and George Foreman, rather than as part of a team.
Muhammad Ali was 31-0 before losing his first pro fight to Joe Frazier on March 8, 1971