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Charles "Sonny" Liston was born circa 1930 into a sharecropping family that farmed the poor land of Morledge Plantation … See more
Professional careerListon signed a contract in September 1953, proclaiming: "Whatever you tell me to do, I'll do." The only backers willing to put up the necessary money for him to turn professional were close to underworld figures, an… See more
Sonny Liston: The mysterious death that haunts boxing
Jul 15, 2019 · In January 1971, former heavyweight champion of the world Sonny Liston was found dead at his Las Vegas home. A coroner ruled that he died of natural causes - but some say the truth...
Sonny Liston | Biography, Record, & Facts | Britannica
Feb 7, 2025 · Learn about Sonny Liston, the American boxer who was world heavyweight champion from 1962 to 1964 and fought Muhammad Ali. Find out …
Sonny Liston - Death, Muhammad Ali & Children
Apr 2, 2014 · Who Was Sonny Liston? Sonny Liston had a controversial boxing career, winning 54 of 58 bouts from 1953 to 1970. Known for his powerful punch, the majority of his victories were knockouts.
Sonny Liston - BoxRec
Liston retired on his stool citing an injured shoulder; After this fight Cassius Clay changed his name to Cassius X and then to Muhammad Ali; 1964 Ring …
- bouts: 54
- rounds: 265
- division: heavy
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Remembering Sonny Liston: the life, death, and legacy …
Dec 30, 2024 · Learn about the rise and fall of Sonny Liston, one of the most feared heavyweights in history, who fought Muhammad Ali and died under mysterious circumstances. Discover his impact on boxing and popular culture, …
The Most Feared Heavyweight Of An Era – Sonny Liston
Learn about Sonny Liston's life, style, and career in boxing history. He was a powerful and intimidating champion who faced Muhammad Ali in two controversial fights.
Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston: The Controversial …
Sep 18, 2020 · Even before the first punch was thrown, the May 25, 1965 bout between Muhammad Ali and Sonny Liston, during which the photo was snapped, was already shaping up to be the stuff of legends.
Muhammad Ali TKO 6 Sonny Liston 60th anniversary: …
Feb 25, 2024 · Sixty years ago, Cassius Clay, later Muhammad Ali, overcame blindness and Liston's power to win the heavyweight title. Read how he outclassed the invincible champion in six rounds and changed boxing history.
Floyd Patterson vs. Sonny Liston - Wikipedia
A boxing match in 1962 for the undisputed heavyweight championship, where Liston knocked out Patterson in the first round. The fight was a rematch of their previous bout, and Liston became …
