T-Shirt
Object number2010.100.1
Datec. 1980
Mediumcotton
Credit LineGift of Mike Murray
DescriptionBlack cotton short sleeved t-shirt. White vinyl text on front has sponsor name and on back is wearer's last name.Dimensions28 x 21.5 x 8 in. (71.1 x 54.6 x 20.3 cm)InscriptionsWhite vinyl text on front, "ALFIE / MCDUFFS" and on back, "MURRAY".
Historical NotesPart of a collection related to the founding of Mixed Martial Arts (MMA). Donor Mike Murray participated in the first MMA bout, held in New Kensington, Pennsylvania. Though billed as a "Battle of the Tough Guys," the March 1980 event featured the mix of boxing, wrestling, and martial arts fighting that is today considered mixed martial arts. Murray, a car salesman from Arnold, Pennsylvania, competed in the first bout of the lightweight division. The bigger fighter, Dave Jones, a kickboxing student, battered Murray and the fight ended in the third round.
Related person
David Jones
Related institution
Alfie McDuff's
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