India, Sept. 1 -- Joe Bugner, a former heavyweight champion from the United Kingdom, Europe, and the Commonwealth, passed away at the age of 75.

Bugner wrestled with some of the biggest names in his heavyweight period and twice faced Muhammad Ali, losing both bouts on points.

In his earlier career, he became the British, European, and Commonwealth champion in 1971 after defeating Henry Cooper on points.

"It is with great sadness that the former British, European, Commonwealth heavyweight champion and world championship contender Joe Bugner passed away at his care home in Brisbane, Australia," the British Boxing Board of Control said in a statement confirming Bugner's passing.

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