Muhammad Ali feared death in the ring during his "Thrilla in Manila" fight

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Muhammad Ali feared dying in the ring during his "Thrilla in Manila" fight against Joe Frazier. Ali requested his trainer cut off his gloves in the 14th round, believing he couldn't continue, just before Frazier's corner stopped the fight. The iconic bout, which Ali won by corner stoppage, was the third and final fight in their legendary rivalry.


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