Uploaded March 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago

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Get in the ring with one of the most powerful forces in boxing history: "Smokin'" Joe Frazier. In this legendary episode of Greatest Sports Legends, host Reggie Jackson sits down with the man known for his incredible durability and that devastating, world-class left hook.

Joe Frazier’s career was defined by relentless pressure and a warrior’s spirit. From winning Olympic gold in 1964 to becoming the undisputed heavyweight champion, Frazier’s legacy was cemented in 1971 when he became the first person to ever defeat Muhammad Ali in the "Fight of the Century."

Watch as Frazier discusses his journey from an amateur standout to the peak of the heavyweight division during boxing’s golden era. The episode was produced in 1977 for Season 4.

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