There were few rivalries in the world of sports like that between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. HBO explores that rivalry and their epic third fight in a documentary called, "Thrilla in Manila." It airs on April 11, at 8:00 p.m.
"According to a release, "Thrilla in Manila," tells the previously unknown story of their final fight in the searing heat of the Philippines through the eyes of the “other man” in the ring.
The documentary is part of an incredible night of boxing, which also includes the first installment of Pacquiao-Hatton 24/7 and followed by the 12-round “World Championship Boxing” middleweight bout between Winky Wright and Paul Williams.
Here's the lineup for HBO that night:
8:00 -- Premiere “Thrilla in Manila” documentary.
9:30 -- First installment of "Pacquiao-Hatton 24/7"
10:00 -- Winky Wright vs Paul Williams, middleweight title fight, live from Las Vegas."
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