ALLI, MUHAMMAD ORIGINAL PHOTO BY RALPH MERLINO (1973-TRAINING FOR 2ND NORTON FIGHT)

Muhammad Ali fought Ken Norton for the second time on September 10, 1973 at the Forum in Inglewood, California. In their first meeting Ali had his jaw broken resulting in a loss to Norton. Ali won this fight by decision after 12 rounds to successfully reclaim his NABF Heavyweight Title. Presented here is an original, first generation photo by noted photographer Ralph Merlino depicting Muhammad Ali in training for this second fight with Ken Norton.
This is an original, first generation photograph with photographer label for Ralph Merlino on back. Bold, clear image. Clean. Tiny fold on white border at upper left corner. No tears. 8" x 10."