Ali Stops Ellis In 12th Round To Push Frazier Clash
Muhammad Ali brutally dispatched Jimmy Ellis with a second half assault in the Astrodome, winning by technical knockout at 2:10 of the 12th round. Ali, weighing 220 12, set up Ellis with jabs then finished with a crushing overhand right to claim momentum toward a Frazier showdown.
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Jimmy Ellis Faces Uncertain Career After Loss
In Houston, Jimmy Ellis' title fight chances against Joe Frazier appeared almost nil after Muhammad Ali knocked Ellis down with a right cross in the 12th round. Ellis, once a sparring partner of Ali, faced a career with heavy questions following the setback.
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Ali Beats Ellis in Astrodome Showdown for Frazier Bout Prep
Muhammad Ali outweighed at 220 1 2 pounds controlled Jimmy Ellis through the final rounds in Houston. Ali said Ellis was in trouble and that he could have finished the fight earlier while eyeing a rematch with Joe Frazier. Ellis admitted Ali's right hand was the punch that worried him most as the former champion declared plans to regain the title.
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Beckley-Sophia Legion Heads to Logan for Playoff Series
The Beckley-Sophia American Legion baseball team travels to Logan Tuesday for a best of three series with a 4 p.m. game. If needed, the second game is at Harry Lewin Field Wednesday at 6 p.m. The games were moved from their original Logan Wednesday and Beckley Thursday slots.
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