In the aftermath of the Malcolm X assassination and the revelation that Clay himelf was now a possible target of assassins, the Clay-Liston rematch "had a stink about it," as Izenberg phrased it.

The end came on the stool. Liston’s corner said he could not continue because of a shoulder injury, and the fight was awarded to Clay by retirement after six rounds. The finish was questioned ...

A lot of people think so, including boxing insiders. Many others don't believe it. Some think Liston may have thrown the second fight in Lewiston, Maine, but not the first one. In any case, ...