ST HELENS fighter Martin Murray is auctioning off one of a signed glove of boxing great Muhammad Ali.

The Fingerpost boxer has announced the auction on social media.

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The glove is signed by Ali and framed.

Martin is auctioning the glove in aid of the Steve Prescott Foundation.

Muhammad Ali, born Cassius Clay, had a career record of 56 wins, five losses and 37 knockouts including multiple heavyweight worlds titles in a 21-year boxing career. He was also an Olympic gold medal winner.

Murray announced the sale on his Instagram account.

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The Steve Prescott Foundation raises funds for the Christie Hospital and the RFL Benevolent Fund.

He said: "As you may be aware. I am an ambassador for The Steve Prescott Foundation. To help raise funds and awareness of the charity, I am going to auction off this amazing piece of sporting memorabilia.

"It’s signed, framed and has authenticity. If the winning bidder can pick up from me, then I’ll also supply one of my signed gloves."

"Every pound goes directly to the charity and helps continue the fight against cancer. So please, share this post, tag in your mates, and if you can, dig deep and help fight the fight against that disease!"

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See Martin's Instagram page for more.