CLAY, CASSIUS-SONNY LISTON I ORIGINAL NEWSPAPER (1964-NEW YORK WORLD TELEGRAM)

On February 25, 1964 Cassius Clay fought Sonny Liston for the World Heavyweight Title. Clay won the title from Liston after Liston retired in the 7th round citing an injured shoulder. After this fight Clay changed his name to Muhammad X and then Muhammad Ali. It was the Ring Magazine 1964 Fight of the Year. Offered here is an original New York World Telegram newspaper for February 26, 1964 with complete coverage on the fight and a story on why Clay might retire.
This is a complete, original newspaper consisting of 48 pages with complete fight coverage and photos. has the original center fold. Edge and corner wear. Clean inside and out. Some tears on end pages. 15" x 21."