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  • Boxer who fought Muhammad Ali dies.
  • Earnie Shavers has died at the age of 78.
  • “Earnie Shavers was one of the deadliest KO punchers in the ‘70s & early ‘80s.”

Boxer Earnie Shavers dies. The world of boxing is in mourning after the death of a legendary boxer who faced the greatest boxer in history, Muhammad Ali, in the 70s. The news of his death hit social media and many could not believe the sad news.

Legendary American boxer, Earnie Shavers, the Alabama heavyweight has died at the age of 78. So far neither family nor friends have released the possible cause of death of the boxer who made history in the 70’s when he faced the greatest, Muhammad Ali.

Boxer Earnie Shavers dies

Famous boxer Earnie Shavers dies
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Shavers was one of the best boxers in history and his incredible record of 74 wins out of 89 fights is impressive. Obviously the most remembered of his fights was the one against Ali, despite the fact that he lost the fight, according to The Sun.

According to his statistics, Shavers concluded his boxing career with 68 victories by way of knockout.  In 23 of those fights, he defeated his opponents during the first round. The man known as ‘The Acorn’ was a contender for two world titles.

Earnie Shavers fights Muhammad Ali

Boxer Earnie Shavers dies: His fight against Muhammad Ali
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His great opportunity came in 1977 when he faced the champion Muhammad Ali and both boxers offered a great show. In that fight Earnie Shavers lost a unanimous points decision after 15 rounds at Madison Square Garden.

The WBA, WBC and The Ring belts were at stake and, despite having lost, many remember how ‘The Acorn’ sent Muhammad to the canvas after a strong blow to the face. However, in the end he was not the winner. Filed Under: Boxer Earnie Shavers Dies. CLICK TO SEE THE FIGHT WITH ALI

“One of the hardest punchers in boxing history”

"One of the hardest punchers in boxing history"
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In the second opportunity he had to win the title, he also lost by technical knockout against Larry Holmes two years after the loss against Ali. However, many admire him for the power he had in his hands when striking with impressive brute force.

After the boxer’s death was announced, many took to social media to mourn his loss: “One of the hardest hitters in boxing history. Earnie Shavers has sadly passed away at the age of 78. RIP Champ,” DAZN Boxing wrote. Filed Under: Boxer Earnie Shavers Dies

“He had heavy hands”

"He had heavy hands"
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Earnie Shavers had ten children — nine are daughters and only one boy. He had five daughters —  Tamara, Cynthia, Catherine, Carla and Amy — from his marriage to Laverne Payne. «Generally considered one of the hardest punchers, if not THE hardest puncher of all time,» he was remembered on social media.

“This is heartbreaking news! EARNIE SHAVERS was one of the deadliest KO punchers in the 70’s and early 80’s! He had heavy hands and was a nonstop Bomber who fought ‘em all in a Golden Era Of Heavyweight Boxing! R.I.P. KO King – EARNIE SHAVERS – with Love & Respect,” was another comment. Filed Under: Boxer Earnie Shavers Dies

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