The Greatest Fight of All Time

The Thrilla in Manila nearly killed Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. By Vann R. Newkirk II From the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠October 2025 issue⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Get more from your favorite Atlantic voices when you subscribe. You’ll enjoy unlimited access to Pulitzer-winning journalism, from clear-eyed analysis and insight on breaking news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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