Canadian boxer George Chuvalo, who faced Muhammad Ali in his prime, dead at 89
George Chuvalo, the iron-chinned Canadian heavyweight who took the best punches from the giants of boxing without ever falling, has died. He was 89.
George Chuvalo, a Canadian heavyweight boxer known for his ability to withstand punches without being knocked down, has died at the age of 89. According to CBC News, Chuvalo was famous for taking the best punches from the giants of boxing without ever falling.
The Toronto Sun reported that Chuvalo had battled dementia and was bedridden in his later years, and that his passing was announced by a family friend on social media on his 89th birthday.
Chuvalo was known for facing top boxers during his prime, including Muhammad Ali.
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