The third fight between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier, better known as the “Thrilla in Manila”, took place October 1, 1975. Pictured is Ali after being knocked down by Frazier in their first bout, March 8, 1971. AFP FILE PHOTO
Imee said even her father (a boxer himself although wrestling was really the Marcos patriarch’s sport) was mildly shocked at the pulsatingly electric vibe radiating from all corners of the coliseum.