Ali. Frazier. Manila. Forever.
The Thrilla in Manila. Fifty years later, this jacket brings it back to life. The Fight is the stuff of legends and the jacket is our tribute. Don’t miss your chance to wear this history.
Fifty years ago, on Oct. 1 1975, they clashed one last time. Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier. The most celebrated rivalry sports has ever known, signing off on the final chapter of the most beautiful war in boxing history. The name alone lives on through the ages — The “Thrilla in Manila.” Ali and Smokin' Joe met in the middle of the ring in the Philippines, at the Araneta Coliseum, and it might as well have been the center of the universe. It wasn't merely a rubber match, it was a thing of human lore. Of literature. Of art and brutality, and the interplay between tragedy and triumph. They traded blows for 14 grueling rounds, and within that struggle the full contents of the human heart showed. They were of courage. Of perseverance. Of greatness.
And by the end, the gold standard for classic fights was forever out of reach.
We are celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the greatest boxing event in history with this special edition Thrilla in Manila varsity jacket! Pre-order now to secure your piece - expected to ship in late November.
Key Features
- Heavyweight melton wool body
- Fully lined for warmth
- Inside left chest pocket
- Chain stitched details
- Various badges (chenille/felt/satin)
- Sublimated nylon lining in body
- Logo snap button closure
- Vegan leather sleeves
- Heavyweight rib cuffs
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