American professional boxer, Muhammad Ali, widely regarded as the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time, is set to inducted into the WWE Hall of Fame Class of 2024. The three-time world heavyweight boxing champion is already in numerous halls of fame, most notably as an inaugural member of the International Boxing Hall of Fame. With his inclusion in the WWE Hall of Fame, Muhammad Ali will now be recognized for his involvement in pro wrestling during his lifetime.
Nicknamed "The Greatest", Muhammad Ali whose real name was Cassius Marcellus Clay Jr., Is regarded as one of the most significant sports figures of the 20th century. In 1976, Ali fought Japanese legend Antonio Inoki in the "War of the Worlds" exhibition match in Tokyo, a semi-final event that is still celebrated today. The mixed-rules match, ruled a 15-round draw, was broadcasted to approximately 33,000 people at Shea Stadium, home to the New York Mets at the time. Muhammad Ali who entered the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 1990, will finally join his rival Inoki in the WWE Hall of Fame decades after their legendary battle.
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