Joe Bugner: Former world heavyweight title opponent for Muhammad Ali dies aged 75

[ad_1] Former British, European and Commonwealth heavyweight champion Joe Bugner has died aged 75.

Bugner twice shared the ring with Muhammad Ali, dropping each fights on factors, and traded punches with a few of the largest names in his heavyweight period.

Earlier in his profession, he defeated Henry Cooper on factors to develop into British, European and Commonwealth champion in 1971.

Bugner's demise was confirmed in an announcement from The British Boxing Board of Management, which learn: "It's with nice disappointment that the previous British, European, Commonwealth heavyweight champion and world championship contender Joe Bugner has handed away at his care dwelling in Brisbane, Australia.

"The British Boxing Board of Management passes on its condolences to Joe's household."

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