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Thousands gather for Muhammad Ali’s funeral service

Thousands of people of all races and creeds gathered for a Muslim funeral service in Muhammad Ali’s hometown in Kentucky to pay their respects to a man who fought in the ring and sought peace outside it.

Fri, 10 Jun, 2016

Muhammad Ali to be mourned with traditional Muslim prayer service

Muslims have travelled from all over the world to stand shoulder-to-shoulder in a Kentucky arena for a final tribute to Muhammad Ali.

Thu, 09 Jun, 2016

Actor Will Smith to be a Muhammad Ali pallbearer

Actor Will Smith and former world heavyweight boxing champion, Lennox Lewis, will be pallbearers at legendary boxer Muhammad Ali’s funeral.

Wed, 08 Jun, 2016

Muhammad Ali funeral service will be open to the public

Muhammad Ali’s funeral is to be held in his hometown of Louisville at 2pm local time (7pm Irish) on Friday.

Tue, 07 Jun, 2016

Tyson eyes title

Mike Tyson is looking beyond Friday’s fight with Danny Williams and towards reclaiming the world heavyweight title.

Wed, 28 Jul, 2004