The Rumble in the Jungle fought in 1974, that was a long time ago. After 1981 we became the best of friends. By 1984, we loved each other. I am not closer to anyone else in this life than I am to Muhammad Ali." Foreman also stated: "Then, in 1981, a reporter came to my ranch and asked me: 'What happened in Africa, George?' I had to look him in the eye and say, "I lost. He beat me." Before that I had nothing but revenge and hate on my mind, but from then on it was clear. I'll never be able to win that
Sport in Africa Ali and George Foreman fought for a heavyweight title in Zaire which became known as Rumble in the Jungle. Africa has produced many world champions, with Azumah Nelson the most well known. Africa has yet to produce a winner in world judo. African Judo Championships is the most important judo event in Africa. Karate was first introduced in Africa in the 1960s. The Union of African Karate Federation is charge of karate in Africa. South Africa hosts Extreme Fighting Championship Worldwide (formerly known as EFC Africa). It is the number one mixed martial arts organisation in the African continent. EFC