Coverage dated April 4, 2024

‘Thrilla in Manila’ Auction: Muhammad Ali’s Boxing Trunks Will Sell for Millions

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The global market for sports memorabilia has boomed since the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Time
‘Thrilla in Manila’ Auction: Muhammad Ali’s Boxing Trunks Will Sell for Millions (opens Time)
Published Apr 4, 2024
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The global market for sports memorabilia has boomed since the COVID-19 pandemic.
The Daily Caller
Muhammad Ali’s ‘Thrilla In Manila’ Trunks Expected To Sell For An Incredible $6 Million (opens The Daily Caller)
Published Apr 4, 2024
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The white satin boxing trunks that Muhammad Ali wore for "Thrilla in Manila" are being auctioned, and get this: they're expected to sell for $6 million.
France 24
Muhammad Ali's 'Thrilla in Manila' shorts up for auction (opens France 24)
Published Apr 4, 2024
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The shorts worn by Muhammad Ali in his legendary "Thrilla in Manila" boxing match are up for grabs at Sotheby's in New York, part of a growing sports memorabilia market eyed by auction houses.
Deutsche Welle
Muhammad Ali's 'Thrilla in Manila' trunks up for auction (opens Deutsche Welle)
Published Apr 4, 2024
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The shorts that were worn by boxing champion Muhammad Ali during his historic fight with Joe Frazier are poised to sell for $6 million.
CNN
Muhammad Ali’s ‘Thrilla in Manila’ trunks poised to sell for $6 million at auction (opens CNN)
Published Apr 4, 2024
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The satin boxing trunks Muhammad Ali wore during his epic bout with Joe Frazier are expected to sell for upwards of $6 million, according to auction house Sotheby’s.