Searching for the Muhammad Ali mug shot photograph from 1971? This image by Chris Smith shows Ali at Miami’s 5th Street Gym while he was training for his fight with Joe Frazier. It is the photograph offered in our Mug Shot print edition.
A photograph from Ali’s training years
The close-up portrait is part of Chris Smith’s wider photographic record of Muhammad Ali, alongside images of training, public appearances and quieter moments away from the ring. Explore the photograph on its individual print page to listen to Chris’s account and see the available editions.
Editorial correction: an earlier version of this article included an unsupported account of an arrest involving Ali and Joe Frazier. That account has been removed. This page now focuses on Chris Smith’s photograph and the print available from this collection.
Enquire about a signed Muhammad Ali print
Our Muhammad Ali limited editions start from £2,200. They are signed by photographer Chris Smith, not autographed by Muhammad Ali. View the Mug Shot photograph and enquire about availability, or browse the complete Muhammad Ali print collection.
For another side of Ali’s personality, discover Muhammad Ali with The Beatles at the 5th Street Gym in 1964.