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May 27
George Foreman Boxing Legend signed 8x10 auto
Here are the career boxing highlights of George Foreman, one of the most iconic heavyweight champions in boxing history
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Early Career & Rise to Stardom (1969–1973)
1968 Olympic Gold Medalist (Mexico City): Foreman won the gold in heavyweight boxing at age 19.
Pro Debut: Turned professional in 1969 and quickly became known for his devastating punching power.
26–0 Record by the end of 1970, with most wins by knockout.
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Becoming Heavyweight Champion (1973)
January 22, 1973 – Foreman vs. Joe Frazier:
Location: Kingston, Jamaica
Outcome: Foreman won by TKO in the 2nd round.
Highlight: Knocked Frazier down six times in two rounds to win the WBA, WBC, and The Ring heavyweight titles.
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Title Defenses & First Loss (1973–1974)
Defeated José Roman (1st round KO) and Ken Norton (2nd round KO), both in 1973–74.
October 30, 1974 – The Rumble in the Jungle vs. Muhammad Ali:
Location: Kinshasa, Zaire
Outcome: Lost via 8th-round KO.
Highlight: Ali’s “rope-a-dope” strategy led to Foreman’s first professional loss.
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Retirement and Return (1977–1987)
After a loss to Jimmy Young in 1977, Foreman claimed a religious experience and retired to become a preacher.
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Comeback & Second Career (1987–1997)
Returned to boxing in 1987 at age 38 after a 10-year layoff.
Fought younger contenders and top-ranked fighters like Evander Holyfield, Gerry Cooney, and Tommy Morrison.
November 5, 1994 – Foreman vs. Michael Moorer:
Outcome: Foreman, at age 45, knocked out Moorer in the 10th round.
Highlight: Became the oldest heavyweight champion in history.
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Final Fights & Retirement
Lost controversial decision to Shannon Briggs in 1997.
Retired with a record of 76 wins (68 by KO), 5 losses.
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Legacy
Incredible punching power (one of the hardest hitters in history)
Longevity and comeback story
Charisma outside the ring, especially in his second career as a grill entrepreneur and commentator