BOXER JOE FRAZIER DIES AT 67

Joe Frazier, the first man to beat Mohammed Ali has died of liver cancer at the age of 67 in Philadelphia. Joe aka Smokin' Joe,   beat Mohammed Ali in 1971, although he famously lost his next
two bouts to his great rival, including the epic Thriller in Manila in 1975. In his 37 professional fights, Frazier won 32 times — 27 by knockout — and lost only four, with one draw. But he never really accepted his 1-2 record against Ali.When Frazier knocked Ali down in the 15th and final round and won on points in 1971, both received rave reviews for their performances. Both also went immediately to the hospital.

Joe Frazier beating up Mohammed Ali