If 'Smokin Joe' Frazier Retired In 1972

[Bill Paxtom]

'Smokin Joe'

Reached his physical peak in 1969.

Broke right ankle in 1970, while performing in Las Vegas.

Experienced high-blood pressure problems in 1970.

Suffering from vision problems.

Bouts with the following fell though.
* Buster Mathis II {1969}
* Jerry Quarry II {1969}
* Sonny Liston {1969}
* Leotis Martin {1970}
* Jose L. Urtain {1971}
* Floyd Patterson {1971}
* Jimmy Ellis II {1971/1972}