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“A boxing match is like a cowboy movie. There's got to be good guys and there's got to be bad guys. And that's what people pay for - to see the bad guys get beat.”

Quote by Sonny Liston

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Sonny Liston, born Charles Ray Whitman, was an American professional boxer widely regarded as one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of the 20th century. He became the world heavyweight champion in 1962 and successfully defended his title in 1964. His career was marked by controversy, especially his famous match against Muhammad Ali, known as the 'Fight of the Century.' Liston passed away unexpectedly in 1970. more

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