This lot is closed. Bidding ended on 12/10/2001.
This rare fight poster from the Ali-Frazier "Thrilla in Manila" is made not from cardboard but soft rice paper, signifying a gentility that wasn't a part of the classic fight on October 1, 1975, won by Ali when Smokin' Joe couldn't come out for round 15. The 8-3/4" x 12" poster billboards the fight card at the Philippine Coliseum, printed in green and red lettering against a light brown background. Head shots of Ali and Frazier are screened in red by their names at the top of the page and beneath the words "Super Fight III." Considering its fragile nature, this poster is remarkably pristine in near mint condition with nary a scratch.