CLAY, CASSIUS-SONNY LISTON I ORIGINAL "THE BIG FIGHT" MAGAZINE (1964)

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 magazine entitled "The Big Fight" by Frank Butler, published in 1964 prior to the fight, which offered coverage of the upcoming event.
This is an original magazine picturing both fighters on the cover and profusely illustrated throughout. 28 pages complete. Tight binding. Clean inside and out. Not creased. Edge and corner wear. 10" x 13 1/2." Scarce and difficult to find in any kind of suitable condition.