History Channel doc revisits boxing’s most politically charged rivalry
A documentary about a famous boxing rivalry is set to air on the History Channel. It explores the significance of two heavyweight matches between boxers from different backgrounds. One boxer was from Germany and the other was an African American from the United States.
The documentary is produced with the help of a well-known NBA player and will be available for streaming after its premiere. It tells the story of a boxer who rose to fame from humble beginnings in a major US city. Further details about the documentary and the boxers' stories are available from the History Channel.
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