Boxing fans and media flock to Manila to honor a legendary rivalry from October 1975.
The city hosted Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier in the brutal “Thrilla in Manila.”
Ali declared the fight “the closest thing I know to dying” after Frazier’s corner stopped him in round 14.
Celebrating 50 Years
October 1, 2025, marks the 50th anniversary of the iconic bout.
Philippine media report organizers are planning a major fight card to commemorate the event.
Manny Pacquiao helps coordinate the festivities, though his participation in the ring remains uncertain.
Confirmed fighters include Filipino stars Mark Magsayo and Eumir Marcial.
Special Guests and Legacy
Ferdinand Marcos Jr., son of the president who hosted the 1975 fight, plans to attend.
Organizers hope the celebration recalls the intensity and drama of those unforgettable 14 rounds.
Boxing enthusiasts will honor Ali and Frazier’s enduring legacy in a night full of action and nostalgia.
