Muhammad Ali stands over Sonny Liston On May 25, 2015May 23, 2015 By Rick McIn photos, sport - pro How Things Break Ali fought Liston 50 years ago. Two legends were born, but another was broken. The real story behind one of the greatest sports photos of all time. Muhammad Ali in action after first round knockout of Sonny Liston at St. Dominic’s Arena, Lewiston, ME May 25, 1965. Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Print (Opens in new window) Print Email a link to a friend (Opens in new window) Email Like Loading...