Muhammad Ali's last professional boxing match took place on December 11, 1981.
The Final Bout: Ali vs. Berbick
Ali's illustrious career concluded with a fight against Trevor Berbick. This match was held in Nassau, Bahamas, where Ali ultimately lost a ten-round decision. This final appearance came despite widespread pleas for the boxing legend to definitively retire from the sport.
Key Details of Ali's Final Bout
| Aspect | Detail |
|---|---|
| Date | December 11, 1981 |
| Opponent | Trevor Berbick |
| Location | Nassau, Bahamas |
| Outcome | Loss (ten-round decision) |
This final fight followed a grueling bout against Larry Holmes, which some sources suggest contributed to Ali's Parkinson's syndrome. After the Holmes fight, it's reported that Holmes himself was emotional, crying in his dressing room. Despite this, Ali chose to step into the ring one last time against Berbick before finally retiring from boxing.
