Cassius Clay, Sonny Liston, Lewiston, 1965

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Referee Jersey Joe Walcott tries to restrain an eager Cassius Clay as the heavyweight champion was ready to resume action against a downed Sonny Liston in a heavyweight title fight in Lewiston, May 25, 1965.

Clay kept his title with a one-round knockout.

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  • Title: Cassius Clay, Sonny Liston, Lewiston, 1965
  • Creator: Associated Press Wirephoto
  • Creation Date: 1965-05-25
  • Subject Date: 1965-05-25
  • Location: Lewiston, Androscoggin County, ME
  • Media: Photographic print
  • Dimensions: 20.5 cm x 25.4 cm
  • Local Code: Photograps--People--A
  • Object Type: Image

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