On February 25, 1964, 22-year-old Muhammad Ali won his first world heavyweight boxing title. Liston was an overwhelming favorite, with the odds being 8-1. However, Ali remained confident, exclaiming ...

1967 — Muhammad Ali is indicted for refusing induction in U.S. Army. 1968 — Jim “Catfish” Hunter of the Oakland A’s pitches a ...

Charlie Robertson of the Chicago White Sox pitches a 2-0 perfect game against the Detroit Tigers.

We break down some of the stunning facts and figures behind Muhammad Ali's career, four years on from his passing, aged 74.

1976 — Muhammad Ali wins a unanimous 15-round decision over Jimmy Young in Landover, Md., to retain his world heavyweight title. 1985 — NFL Draft: Virginia Tech defensive end Bruce Smith first pick by ...