Best fights of Chuck Wepner

Over 14 years as a professional, Chuck Wepner has compiled a 36-14-2 (17) record, including eight title fights. Here are his best fights.

1. 1. Chuck Wepner loses to Muhammad Ali via KO

   On March 24, 1975 Chuck Wepner fought Muhammad Ali for the undisputed heavyweight title. Wepner was 36 years old with a record of 31-9-2, and Ali was 33 with a record of 45-2. Wepner was on a 8-fight winning streak and Ali was on a 4-fight winning streak. Ali stopped Wepner via TKO in the 15th round. Failed to capture the title. Lasted into the 15th round.

2. 2. Chuck Wepner defeats Ernie Terrell

   On June 23, 1973 Chuck Wepner fought Ernie Terrell for the vacant National Americas heavyweight title. Wepner was 34 years old with a record of 26-9-2, and Terrell was 34 with a record of 46-7. Wepner was on a 3-fight winning streak and Terrell was on a 7-fight winning streak. Wepner won via points decision. Won the vacant title.

3. 3. Chuck Wepner loses to Sonny Liston via KO

   On June 29, 1970 Chuck Wepner faced Sonny Liston in a heavyweight bout. Wepner was 31 years old with a record of 21-5-2, and Liston was 38 with a record of 49-4. Wepner was on a 2-fight winning streak, while Liston was coming off a loss. Liston stopped Wepner via retirement in the 9th round. Lasted into the 9th round.