Off The Ropes

"Off the Ropes" delves into the remarkable story of Ron Lyle, a man who went from serving time for second-degree murder to becoming a boxing legend. Despite his tough background, Lyle rose to fame as the boxer who almost beat Muhammad Ali and fought George Foreman in a historic battle. This boxing biography is not only an exploration of the greatest era of heavyweights in boxing history but also a moving tale of personal redemption. It details Lyle's upbringing in the Denver projects, his time in prison where he learned to box, and his meteoric rise to become a professional fighter. The book also tells the story of Lyle's difficult post-boxing years, a captivating love story, and his eventual redemption, which includes a youth center in Denver that is still named after him. Through it all, Lyle's story is one of resilience and perseverance.