Phantom Punch

Prepare to step into the ring with returning guest ez from the EZ Sports Podcast as we uncork a few and exchange swings over one of boxing's greatest puzzles—the "Phantom Punch." With a glass in hand, we revisit the legendary Ali vs. Liston bout, scrutinizing the knockout that left the sports world in a daze. Was Ali's punch really that phantom-like? ez isn't pulling any punches with his take on the fight's spectacle and the ensuing legacy that continues to shadow both Ali and Liston.But there's more to a fighter than the blows he delivers or absorbs, and Sonny Liston's life story is as complex as the conspiracies that follow his name. From a childhood marred by abuse to a career intertwined with the mob, Liston's journey from the canvas to the grave is a tale of power, fear, and suspicion. Our conversation walks you through the dark alleys of Liston's past, exposing the societal battles that shadowed his every step and the enigmatic circumstances surrounding his untimely demise.As we pour one out for the unanswered questions left in the wake of Liston's mysterious end, we'll navigate through the theories that refuse to rest. The credibility of the official heroin overdose narrative; the unexplained delay in reporting his death; the whispers of mafia involvement—all get tabled as ez shares insights that might just leave you questioning the stories we've been told. Join us for a toast to the unknown and a hearty debate on one of the sport's most enduring conspiracies.