1974 George Foreman v Muhammad Ali Rumble in the Jungle Fight Programme 30th Oct
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"The programme has no writing or creasing remains in Excellent condition for its age. Please see pictures as it provides part of the description.This programme is for the fight in ZAIRE - 30/10/1974. This is the gold produced by John Daly, Henry A Schwartz and Don King for closed Circuit in the USA and printed in Milwaukee, USA."
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Description
Item Specifics
Options: Muhammad Ali v George Foreman
Sport: Boxing
Type: Programmes
Autographed: No
Match Worn: Match Worn
Period: 1970s
Country of Origin: United States
Modified Item: No
Seller note: The programme has no writing or creasing remains in Excellent condition for its age. Please see pictures as it provides part of the description.This programme is for the fight in ZAIRE - 30/10/1974. This is the gold produced by John Daly, Henry A Schwartz and Don King for closed Circuit in the USA and printed in Milwaukee, USA.
Item description
Item Size & Specifications
- Item Type: Official Souvenir Closed-Circuit Theatre Exhibition Programme
- Event: Heavyweight Championship of the World (Rumble in the Jungle)
- Main Event Fighters: George Foreman & Muhammad Ali
- Original Publication Date: October 1974
- Country of Manufacture: United States (USA)
- Printing Location: Printed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
- Publishers & Presenters: Hemdale Leisure Corporation, Video Techniques Inc, & Don King Productions
- Executive Producers: Produced by John Daly, Henry A. Schwartz, and Don King
- Distribution Edition: Official Gold Closed-Circuit USA Theatre Broadcast Edition
- Print House Brand: Pro-Form, Inc.
Description
This is a highly important, authentic original vintage 1974 official souvenir programme booklet for the legendary World Heavyweight Championship clash between reigning champion George Foreman and challenger Muhammad Ali. This is the rare gold edition produced by John Daly, Henry A. Schwartz, and Don King specifically for the official closed-circuit theater broadcast network across the USA. This authentic piece of boxing history was printed in Milwaukee, USA by Pro-Form, Inc. The front cover showcases a striking, minimalist black-and-gold geometric graphic design reading “FIGHT,” creatively framing action photographs of both combatants. An absolute crown jewel for collectors of golden-era boxing memorabilia, historic sports ephemera, and Muhammad Ali items.
This is a highly important, authentic original vintage 1974 official souvenir programme booklet for the legendary World Heavyweight Championship clash between reigning champion George Foreman and challenger Muhammad Ali. This is the rare gold edition produced by John Daly, Henry A. Schwartz, and Don King specifically for the official closed-circuit theater broadcast network across the USA. This authentic piece of boxing history was printed in Milwaukee, USA by Pro-Form, Inc. The front cover showcases a striking, minimalist black-and-gold geometric graphic design reading “FIGHT,” creatively framing action photographs of both combatants. An absolute crown jewel for collectors of golden-era boxing memorabilia, historic sports ephemera, and Muhammad Ali items.
Condition
The item is in excellent vintage condition. The main cover displays beautiful color contrast, strong gold tones, and crisp black typography. The spine edge is solid with minimal handling wear, and the iconic Pro-Form emblem at the base is clear and perfectly intact. There are no deep horizontal folding creases, internal fluid stains, or heavily torn edges. All interior binding seams are firm and stable. Please review the high-resolution photograph to inspect the close-up cover and corner status before purchasing.
The item is in excellent vintage condition. The main cover displays beautiful color contrast, strong gold tones, and crisp black typography. The spine edge is solid with minimal handling wear, and the iconic Pro-Form emblem at the base is clear and perfectly intact. There are no deep horizontal folding creases, internal fluid stains, or heavily torn edges. All interior binding seams are firm and stable. Please review the high-resolution photograph to inspect the close-up cover and corner status before purchasing.
Item History
Commonly known as the “Rumble in the Jungle,” the October 30, 1974 match in Kinshasa, Zaire stands as one of the most legendary cultural and sporting events in human history. George Foreman entered the ring as an undefeated, heavily favored powerhouse, but Muhammad Ali famously utilized his innovative “rope-a-dope” strategy to tire out the champion and secure a dramatic 8th-round knockout. Because American fans primarily watched the event live via closed-circuit theater broadcasts rather than traveling to central Africa, theater programmes like this Milwaukee-printed edition are highly prized historical records from the fight night.
Commonly known as the “Rumble in the Jungle,” the October 30, 1974 match in Kinshasa, Zaire stands as one of the most legendary cultural and sporting events in human history. George Foreman entered the ring as an undefeated, heavily favored powerhouse, but Muhammad Ali famously utilized his innovative “rope-a-dope” strategy to tire out the champion and secure a dramatic 8th-round knockout. Because American fans primarily watched the event live via closed-circuit theater broadcasts rather than traveling to central Africa, theater programmes like this Milwaukee-printed edition are highly prized historical records from the fight night.
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