charles liston (Meaning)

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charles liston (n)

United States prizefighter who lost his world heavyweight championship to Cassius Clay in 1964 (1932-1970)

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  1. Charles "Sonny" Liston was born on May 8, 1932, in Sand Slough, Arkansas.
  2. Liston rose to prominence in the heavyweight boxing scene in the late 1950s.
  3. Charles Liston's imposing stature and powerful punches earned him the nickname "The Big Bear."
  4. Liston became the World Heavyweight Champion after defeating Floyd Patterson in 1962.
  5. Charles Liston's reign as champion was marked by dominance in the ring and controversy outside of it.
  6. Liston's two fights against Muhammad Ali (then Cassius Clay) in the 1960s are among the most famous in boxing history.
  7. Despite being favored to win, Liston lost both fights to Ali, including the infamous "phantom punch" knockout in their rematch.
  8. Charles Liston's life was shrouded in mystery and controversy, with rumors of connections to organized crime and speculation about his death.
  9. Liston's legacy in boxing is complex, with many considering him one of the most formidable heavyweights of his era.
  10. Charles "Sonny" Liston remains an enduring figure in boxing history, remembered for his raw power and enigmatic persona.

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United States prizefighter who lost his world heavyweight championship to Cassius Clay in 1964 (1932-1970)

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Charles "Sonny" Liston was born on May 8, 1932, in Sand Slough, Arkansas.

Liston rose to prominence in the heavyweight boxing scene in the late 1950s.

Charles Liston's imposing stature and powerful punches earned him the nickname "The Big Bear."

Liston became the World Heavyweight Champion after defeating Floyd Patterson in 1962.