Matthew Saad Muhammad

1954–2014 (age 60)

Boxer

Biography

Matthew Saad Muhammad (1954-2014) electrified the boxing world with his courageous spirit and relentless will, becoming the WBC light heavyweight champion and winning admiration for his thrilling comebacks.

He inspired countless fans with his resilience both in and out of the ring, and his memory is honored at Ivy Hill Cemetery.

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