The Thrilla Archive preserves 242 original Lowell K. Riley (also credited as Lowell Riley) 35mm color transparencies and negatives documenting Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier III.

Previously unpublished ringside photographs from one of the most complete surviving photographic records of the fight, brought to light fifty years later.

Founded, preserved, and stewarded by Justin Pestana.

Selections from the archive appeared in “The Ring” magazine in a feature by Thomas Hauser.

View “The Ring” feature.

“Thrilla in Manila”—October 1, 1975

Araneta Coliseum, Quezon City, Philippines

Presented during the 50th anniversary of the historic bout.

Muhammad Ali lands a right hand on Joe Frazier during the “Thrilla in Manila,” October 1, 1975—photograph by Lowell Riley.

Courtesy of Thrilla Archive