@@chrismichaels6928 yeah, and even throughout his career his toughest fights in his prime (besides Douglas) always came from tall lanky boxer types like quick tillis and Mitch Green, those guys would make it the distance and win rounds, and we all know that Ali was the best at using his jab, reach and height to his advantage. The mind games would’ve been fun from both though, I wonder who it would’ve gotten to more…
@@aidenbrooks7529 great point .. wasn’t Mitch Greene on meth or something during that fight? I don’t know much about boxing but he actually looked really impressive in that fight - great jabs and movement. What a character 🤣
@@chrismichaels6928 I do recall Mike saying about Mitch being on angel dust at one point, but then again even the champions of the 80’s were on all kinds of drugs, pinklon Thomas, Michael Dokes etc etc, the 80’s were one hell of a time and the two dominant champs being Holmes and Mike truly was a spectacle, and the fact Mike got Holmes out like he did does slightly throw a wrench in my idea of Ali beating Mike because of how similar there styles are, although you can chalk up a big amount of that loss to Larry’s years out of the ring I guess
I had the pleasure of meeting Ali, although very briefly, in a Vegas restaurant during his prime, and remember him as being a soft-spoken, polite man, much unlike his professional persona. I'll never forget that brief meeting. May he rest in eternal peace.
I met him in the 80's , told him he didn't look that tough he put up his dukes and laughed. What a really nice guy, though he was starting to fade away. Wish we had cell phones back then.
The magic of TH-cam is, at 65 years old, I finally get to look back and watch the historical fights. I was in elementary school when “Ali” was the the greatest. Then, when Tyson was the greatest, I was working 15 or so hours a day, with no time for the fight game.
Good work capturing the battles that I watched.. I no longer marvel to watch the brutality of prize fighting... life with their loved ones would have been better without the brutal sport of beating the hell out of somebody. Google deaths in the ring or injuries caused by.
Getting the shit beat out of you for seven rounds by George Foreman and asking “is that all you got?” Is the most gangster shit I’ve ever heard in my life. No wonder Tyson idolizes Ali.
Ali didn't just say that. In that interview, Foreman said how Ali started saying "you got tired, sucker, and you still have eight rounds", the next round "You still have half of the fight, sucker". Foreman started panicking when he realized Ali was right. Ali completely got into his head.
Muhammed Ali is the greatest ever, i am born 1963 in Germany and i never saw a sportsman like him. Thank you for all sleepless nights in my childhood. I will never forget you. Your life was an inspiration for me.
He cant be the greatest since he only competed in America that's a contradiction. There are plant of American athletes who said they are the greatest and yet loose to other athletes outside of America.
For example Fedor Emelianenko he competed all around the world and won 98% of all his fights other fighters Alexander Karelin or Buvaisar Saitiev, Vitali Klitschko.
@@tlouishail4141 Ali leads the official list of the worlds top 10 boxers. He was the greatest in my book. First fighter to ever win the world title on three separate occasions.
@@JamieJones-f2s, Ali was supposed to win. I'm a lifelong fan of his and my aunt went to HS with him. I knew Ron and his 18 siblings personally and still proud of what he accomplished in life and how he gave back to the community.
"I'm so fast I can turn off the light and jump under the covers before the room gets dark." /// After NUMEROUS corrections (Bruce Lee), I looked it up. Billy Crystal did a hilarious tribute to Ali and used it in his tribute, that's where I saw it originally. He also used, "I'm so fast I can play ping-pong by myself." Billy does amazing impersonations in the performance, "Billy Crystal's Muhammad Ali tribute - 15 Rounds (1979)" in TH-cam.
Me too, I had no interest in boxing until the then Cassius Clay came along and I haven’t had much interest since his departure as Mohamed Ali. The only boxer that gets my interest now is Anthony Joshua probably because he’s a Brit and we don’t get many to shout about in boxing.
My father took me to a parade in Louisville when they turned Broadway into Casssious Clay, again when he converted and changed his name. My dad was totally about historical stuff. I will never forget
I don't think many appreciate the power that Ali packed ... he did more than sting, he had tremendous force in both hands. Incredible that he kept on fight so long.
@@nekodirgeare you fucking slow? Tyson is incredibly intelligent and aware of philosophy. His growth from being a young thug in the hood is incredibly impressive.
Same here, sadly only the debacle vs Holmes I was old enough to remember and knew what was going on . Also the period of Sugar Ray ,Hearns ,Hagler, Duran etc ! That's when I really turned pro ! Those were the days. RIP Dad..
My mother met him in Vegas. She said his hand was like a gentle baseball mitt when she shook it, and said he seemed like one of the kindest, gentlest people she ever met. Mom didn't watch his fights.
I grew up watching Ali even as Cassius Clay. I'm 64 back then we had heroes he was one of my. I always like to hear him and Howard Cosell. Kid's don't have anyone to like up to. We need to be a hero to young kid's.
He was poetry in motion and a kind gentleman. I love when he gestured to the referee to stop a fight because he didn’t want to hurt his opponent. It left me gaping and teary eyed. I remember that I had posters of him in my room when I was 10. Now I truly know how great he was inside too!
A reliable friend told me, Ali was at a diner eating one evening, and a fan asked him for his autograph. Ali stopped eating, and gave the fan an autograph. NO QUESTIONS ASKED.
For many of us who watched it happen all those years ago, the banter between Ali and Cosell is just as memorable as Ali's unmatched greatness in the ring.
Ron Lyle was my coach for some years every single day after school i would train with him at the Denver gym. He loved us like his own, taught us everything he knew which i will never forget, very great coach you are missed 🫡🫡
Ali was a brilliant, strong, decent Man... His career as a Boxer and Human being is unparalleled... Not to mention his sense of humor! What a great Guy!!! ❤❤❤❤
You have to work awfully hard at ignoring his "gorilla" BS in Manila before the fight with Frazier. Some of the most despicable behavior in a public figure ever.
@@jg300ascout1 Would you please elaborate, give a link to read, or at least let me know what terms to search for? I don’t know about the incident. Due to my age (40-ish), I can learn about Ali mostly on what I watch and read. I would really like to know more about the incident you are referring to. Although I am an ESL, I think my English is quite good; nevertheless, in case I may have misunderstood, the incident you are referring to is something Ali being disrespectful to his opponent; which is why I am very intrigued. Thank you if you do answer, my apologies if I bothered.
@@EZLawUSA-TR I would refer you to an excellent documentary on Frazier. Long story short, Ali made it, of all things, a "racial" fight, he being the pretty & light-skinned, Frazier being something barely on the human tree branch. They handed out toy gorillas to represent Frazier and the trash talk went on and on, all of it about Frazier being, in effect, a gorilla. Frazier was deeply hurt, til the end. Apologists for Ali say it was all his managers, etc. To claim that would be to claim Ali was not astute enough to know what he was doing. He knew exactly what he was doing. Search for Ali Frazier Gorilla here on YT.
He was a true artist in the ring. He gave two decades of unrivalled entertainment. The footwork, the combinations, bobbing and weaving, no one could match his grace. For me, he was the greatest! RIP MA!
Being from KY Ali always has a place place in my heart.Entertaining smart in the ring . He was the greatest and PRETTY! .Next to Elvis , he was the prettiest man I've ever seen .😂
@@russiasvechenaya58 Only because of the number of times Tyson didn’t punch or stepped back without a follow up. It was disgusting but Jake Paul had it coming.
Maaaaaannnn, what you saying...YES! I was in my mid-teens and my dad was a HUGE boxing fan. I remember we had this huge monstrosity of a tv, a flat screen that was housed in this huge cabinet. Had these little wheels under it so it could roll around. maybe like a 36" or 40" back in the late 70's early 80's. LOL. That tv was only turned on to watch boxing and we would have a house full of people! Those were some wonderful times as a kid. The fight game was never better, even to this day.
Bless him, he was the greatest. What a man he was. Nothing but love for this unbelievable man of principles & poetry who stood up for his beliefs. RIP Champ🥊🥊🥊
So well put. Ali stood for what he believed and paid dearly but never faltered. I don’t think it’s about whether one follows the Muslim faith but rather Ali’s adherence to his beliefs in the face of enormous pressure.
I loved Ali. One of the bravest and hardest things he did was to struggle with everything he had to light the torch at the Olympics shaking horribly from Parkison's disease. It was an incredibly patriotic and emotional moment in time. Ali grew up over time, and out of the ring, he was kind and generous.
My friends and I would all gather in the early 70s and watch it for free. They’ll never be an era of boxing like that. Plus, I also have to add this. Actually, Tyson‘s fights were free on Wide World of Sports when he first turned professional on Sundays.
Tyson would’ve Brokehim in two ! Ali never took punches like Tyson threw ! Tyson was a heavy hitter and had Good Stamina ! Ali couldn’t rope a dope Mike without Ali getting broken not bruised Ribs !
Ali beat Liston, Foreman and Lyle. That’s good enough for me to call him the greatest. But he also beat Frazier, Norton and Shavers, so that’s the icing on the cake.
I am an Ali fan but he DID NOT beat Ken Norton even Ali admitted he lost but the judges gave him the fight(s) . Ali said" Kenny had a style I couldn't beat". I watch all their fights and I seen CLEARLY that Ali lost as well
There "NEVER" will be another Ali,in this Era of Boxing,he has defined what a" G.O.A.T" is The Greatest Of All Time!!!! He was not only in the Arena of Sports,he was a champion of Civil Rights as well!!!!!
I remember watching Ali back in his Olympic days and thinking he was the most exciting heavyweight that I ever saw. I consider myself lucky to have been around to see his rise to fame, his struggles and his triumphs. I'll never forget his surprise run with the torch as he struggled with Parkinson's to light the Olympic Flame at the 1996 games in Atlanta. Ali inspired a lot of young people of all colors with his life and his legend will live on for a very long time. We are lucky as a species to have such men and women come along to show us the way and to raise the bar for us to aspire to.
I met Ali sbout 20 years before he died. His hands trembled so bad, he could not feed himself. I felt really bad for him and did not believe he would live another year. He went on to live another 20 years. He was the greatest.
Those were the best days for boxing. Ali brought back boxing into prime time sports. Him Frazier, Sugar Ray, all the good ones. It’s gone now, I guess it’s all UFC. I miss good artful boxing, all weights too.
One of Ali 's best qualities was his resilience. He could pull all the energy out of your body and at the same time make you believe that you are winning. Suddenly, you're the spectator of a knockout and there's nothing you can do about it.
@@liltonydeAngelo my father, who is a year shy from 80 years old, doesn’t like boxing either. Additionally, after Ali’s return in 74, my father was working about 14 hours a day, for 6 days a week. So you can guess his tiredness. Furthermore, when Ali had a match, those matches were usually made around 03:00 am to 05:00 am due to time zone difference. Even in that tired situation, and at that light time of the night, apparently (as I was yet to be born), he would wake up an watch the matches of Ali. He had a different effect on people, which made people who weren’t liked boxing to watch Ali’s matches. If your question wasn’t a rhetorical one, I hope I could have explained one of the several possible perspectives; which is “not liking the game but liking the player”, somewhat the opposite of the saying “don’t hate the player, hate the game”.
They should've replaced da Ernie Terrell fight in "Ali" with the Cleavland Williams fight because that was post-$#@@* !^&...sumthin' like diss 🎮 video is trying to protray (they could've used Miguel😅)
Lyle gave him pretty solid competition and challenge there! Played to a gameplan and didn't gas out, as he was expected too, and matched a more pugilist approach that Ali was known for! Pretty impressive! And ran it to the 11th with a lead in the scorecards! Great fight.
Magnificent, stunning and yet somehow incredible timing and sizing up of his opponents. Ali is still the best I've ever seen, and I was never a boxing fan until him. RIP Ali.
I met him once and chatted to him privately - nothing like the bragging showman from the ring or in interviews. Just a very thoughtful, kind, and decent guy who always stopped to talk to his fans and sign autographs. Years after I met him I saw an interview where he said that he never declined a request for an autograph because he always tried to remain cognizant of how much the moment might mean to someone. That was him alright - gave me a lovely personalized autograph that I still treasure - I have it framed below the classic photograph of him standing over Sonny Liston.
As a kid growing up in the 60s, I really hated him. His arrogance really irritated me. It wasn't until I got much older and learned much more about him I realised just how great he was. I was deeply upset when his health started to decline. He was certainly something very special.
I’m somewhat envious but I got to live through the Tyson era so that makes up for it 😁. I almost feel bad for modern folks though as the hvwt division in boxing has sucked for a long time
@@brianmeen2158 That is sad. That you think that Tyson is comparable to Ali.. Ali was bigger than boxing. He was a leader and a man of conscience. Early in his career, he did something I NEVER saw any boxer do. He was beating up an opponent, and he asked the ref to end the fight. He didn't want to hurt the man. He opposed the Vietnam War -- ending his career at the time. Ali was a man of character, to be admired for much more than his boxing.
@@italianwaterice9594 So? But he did have KO power and he KO'd a lot of people. I think people say that because he allowed himself to get hit too much in the 70's.
@italianwaterice9594 , Ali finished Frazier, same Frazier who was taking punches from 243 lbs Buster Mathis like its nothing, Mathis was an undefeated boxer before fighting Frazier.
I feel BLESSED to have watched all his fights and rooted for him in every contest. Sometimes you just know when you're not only watching epic greatness, you're witnessin epic boxing history as it unfolded! I got the same respect and admiration for Tyson! What gladiator's they were, among other's, and all a joy and privilege to witness at work!👍🙏🥰💕💯
Love the clip with Ali and Cosell with Cosell saying the champion is going into the fight with his confidence shaken 😅 Those two had the greatest rapport.
The Greatest!! Rest In Power G.O.A.T 🐐 Seeing this honorable clip today made me cry, thanks for creating it. I’ve been a huge fan since I was a little girl in the 70’s 🕊️♥️🕯️and met his daughter at my Los Angeles clothing salon in 2004, whom gave me a signed copy of one of his books, The Soul Of A Butterfly ❤ Such an honor, to have crossed starry paths with her at that time in my life, as I was at the height of my martial arts, kick boxing and jujitsu practices.
I was never one for fighting as a sport. But even as a little white girl, Muhammed Ali was a hero, not only to the civil rights movement, but to standing up to the false power that tries it's best to dominate. He proved himself indomitable, honorable, ethical, seemingly fearless beautiful, intelligent and witty. He was a hero, those who believe they should fight, if called to do so by the leaders of their country, without question, will never comprehend. Some of us were born with a conscience and question everything. He was an exemplar of living with conviction , love, bravery & to the end had a sense of humanity and humor, no matter how serious the gov't tried to paint him in a bad light and deeply punish him as an example to others who dare. An example of strength , living clear in his convictions. I know there's no one who's perfect, but this man was and is an inspiration, his life a beacon. Thank you sir for shining a light. I'm grateful for having been touched by it.
Ron lyle started boxing when he was 30 in prison and started taking pro fights that same year, outboxed ali for 14 rounds then got clipped, had a slug fest with George Foreman and they dropped each other multiple times (3-4 in foreman's favour) with last knockdown being ko in Foreman's favour
@@izmirurla35 what in the world does that have to do with Ali hitting harder than people expected? As for your comment it was round 11 of 15, Lyle was well ahead on 1 card 2 ahead on another card and a draw on the last card, seeing how Ali usually fought he would take Lyle to deep waters and drown him if he didn't TKO him in the 11th. With 4 rounds to go after Ali clearly won round 11 had the ref not intervened then this fight was still up for a majority decision win for Ali. As for Lyle, I'll give him credit he did good until things fell apart for him in round 11.
@@jk_46you are right speed, timing and full extension gave Ali his power not brute strength like Lyle, Foreman, Frazier. He also had the he best chin in the business
And he trash-talked daily. I mean, I don't really mind that, but I wouldn't have minded if he swore either... I don't get the logic that swearing is bad but belittling your opponents isn't. I guess it's an American thing, the fascination with trash-talking and the repulsion at swearing.
Ali could be cruel,mean and egotistical. He was horrible to frazier and the racist garbage he spewed on chat shows once elijah Muhammad got into his ear was despicable. He was a truly flawed man....there's a lot I like about him but there's a lot I don't. He is hero worshipped to the point that not many can be objective about him at all.
@@shojaejlali1290 he was a human being and he had faults. As a little girl I despised Cassius Clay and his big mouth but after five fights I had fallen in love with Muhammad Ali and his predictions, his confidence, his self-value, his self-love. All praises are due to ALLAH for The Honorable Elijah Muhammad. Like it or not, from this flock came Muhammad Ali, Malcolm X, Wallace Muhammed and Louis Farrakhan.
@@BreaMiller-j8l LOLOL he would have KILLED johnson.....why? because jack was slow, and stupid....While Ali had it all, a rock solid chin, the Intellect to be able to change strategy at any second, tremendous power, and excellent movement ....one of the biggest assets he had was the power to take you out with either hand....no other heavyweight has had all that, PERIOD.....OnWard.......
I was fortunate to meet George Foreman at the Kansas City airport, August 17, 1999. Myself and some recruits were headed to Marine boot camp. He was very kind, gave us some words of encouragement, gave us each an autograph and shook our hands. I’ll never forget his gigantic hands and warm heart. Great video!
And do not forget Irish Jerry Quarry defeated Ron L. One of my fav fights. Jerry outslicked Ron at every turn. And yes, RL tagged him several times, JQ's iron chin saved him from going down. It just goes to show you just how good JQ was. George said there were 3 guys hit him like no other, Ron Lyle, Gerry Cooney, and Cleveland Williams.
When I was a boy, my mom picked me up from cub scouts, On the way home we listened to Ali/ Frazier fight on the radio in the car. it's just one of those memories that stick with you.
I followed this man from the beginning and by that I mean from the Olympics . When Ali fought Sonny Liston I was working second shift and I snuck out of work to listen to the fight on my radio in the parking lot. I could have lost my job and I didn't even care my attitude was I'll get another one . Muhammad Ali was the smartest fighter that I ever seen in my life by far .
Ron Lyle should always be remembered, excellent video , Ron Lyle was a monster truck that knocked down George Foreman too, R.I.P RON LYLE 😎🦋🐝🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
@@kevinquinn3763 I still love Ron Lyle and tear up when watching old interviews and fights, ALMIGHTY LORD stopped making Goliaths like these after 70’s😎🦋🐝🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Easily the most amazing boxer to watch and be entertained by. A true master of the sport and great man that will be talked about infinitely. Great video 👏
Good stuff. Couple of fun facts: 1. I got to hang out in the Ali camp at the Rumble in the Jungle in 1974 (we were living in Kinshasa for a couple of years), and my dad tells me I got to hang out with and box with Archie Moore a little bit. I was 4 years old. 2. I got to see George Foreman give a talk at the Rotary Club in Carson City Nevada, where my dad was a member, in the late 1980's, when Foreman was making his comeback and had a fight in Reno. I also got to shake his hand. I was a little taller than he was :)
@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse lol ok then. Why the hell would I lie about this? You think people haven’t experienced interesting things? My dad was an Orthopedist at Mama Yemo Hospital in Kinshasa at the time. Do you know where the Rumble happened? Kinshasa, Congo. It was called Zaire back then. My mom wrote a novel about the AIDS epidemic In Africa as well. We lived there at the beginning of the initial outbreak. It’s called Slim. Her name is Ruth Whitney. You ready to place a bet? I’m sure my old man has pictures from the training camp. I even have an old yearbook with my picture in it from when I was 5. I went to a Belgian k-12 elementary school there.
@@scienz lol. You ppl are funny, but sad. Well your stories don’t count either then big man. I just thought it was interesting. And apparently it was, since you clowns are talkin about it. Remember I was probably 16 when I met Big George at the Rotary Club meeting. But I’ve got one better for you: Around the year 2001 or so, I spent a weekend at Jim Brown’s house in the Hollywood Hills, and got to talk with him about all of this. My sister in law has been friends with Monique, Jim’s then wife, now widow, since college. Yes I got to hang out with the deceased HOF player. We hung out for hours and discussed a lot of things, including this very fight, because he was there too. Does that count? I was in my 30’s. You are the expert. You tell me if it counts ok, can’t wait to hear your judgement call on this.
@@scienz got to talk about it with Jim Brown, yeah, that Jim Brown, when I stayed at his house in the early 2000’s, in the Hollywood Hills. I argued with him a little too actually about social issues. He was at the Rumble, too, like 25 years earlier. My sister in law went to college with Monique, his widow. That’s why we got to stay at the man’s house. I was in my early 30’s when this happened. Does that count tough guy?
Robinson and Ail style of boxing was so unique. No fighter has ever tried to duplicate them! It takes an unbelievable amount of stamina to fight like Ail and he did it for 15 ROUNDS!!!!
The Thrilla in Manila was the greatest fight of all time. Those last rounds in that heat were just BRUTAL ! Nearly Inconceivable !! Relentless. That was only fight I ever saw that I thought " Damn, 1 of these 2 guys is really gonna Die in the ring."
Beautiful memorium you left at the end, never lose that. If Ali were with us he'd be appalled at all the robotic soulless garbage on the internet, but you really love him and that shows through your art
A young journalist asked Ali about Joe Frazier, saying he's very strong and mean. Ali replied: He ain't mean, he's just ugly. I thought he would be in trouble for saying that. And so he was. Ali brings a big smile to my face. Priceless.
@@CathayOcean A coward?? Muhammad Ali was a conscientious objector. He refused to go kill people that did nothing to him, nor threatened his home or homeland!! Imagine what those five years he spent in prison would have done for his boxing records.
@@kevinmcconnell3641 Totalmente de acuerdo con usted señor. Cassius Clay, así lo conocí cuando yo era un adolescente en mi país, España, nunca fue un cobarde, fue un gran hombre y un boxeador extraordinario, muy inteligente, con las ideas muy claras, una fuerte personalidad y sólidas convicciones ideológicas, y también fue una gran persona y un buen hombre. En España y creo que en todo el mundo tuvo muchos admiradores y seguidores. Todavía echamos de menos y recordamos al señor Muhammad Ali con mucho afecto y profundo respeto. Saludos desde España 🇪🇸
@@kevinmcconnell3641. Ali was never in prison. He appealed his conviction and the supreme court eventually overturned it. He couldn’t fight for 3 years because various boxing commissions wouldn’t sanction his fights - not because he was in prison.
Even all these years later you still have to admire Ali’s stamina and accuracy to connect hard if you left an opening. The way he dances around his opponent is awesome to watch. You can really see his iconic “float like a butterfly sting like a bee” quote in action watching this ❤️✌🏽
I stood up and screamed! I remembered that fight. Wow. I'm grateful I got to meet Ali in the 1960s. He came to my High school, Southern Univ Lab School in Baton Rouge LA. He rubbed my head as he was giving a press conference. I respect you. Unless we stand for something, we will fall for anything! Ali fought 'the good' fight! Blessings my brother.
@@scienz did we watch the same video? as much as i like ron, he couldn't even defend himself. it was a good stoppage. it would've ended much worse for him.
Truly, the greatest dot not just in Boxing, but in humanitarianism… I am 63 years old and he is still plastic on my wall… I have a whole area dedicated to him… Such an inspiration to me… But more importantly to the world
The smartest heavyweight to enter the ring. Such speed defensively and attacking. He was brilliant how he could get in the heads of opponents. His rope-a-dope strategy is genius! Thanks for sharing this.
It’s crazy watching fights back in the day. I always try to understand why so many fights weren’t stopped. A lot of deadly knockouts back in the day. A lot brain damaged old school fighters that they put cameras on and it’s sad hearing some speak today. Prayers and respect for anyone who gets in that ring 🙌💙❤️
Im not into boxing but Muhammad Alibwas something specia:l pzazz, skill, humour, sheer determination and swlf belief. What an amazing combination in one man.
It was like Lyle was trying to out-Foreman Foreman. No dancing. No fear. Toe to toe brawlers. I'm no expert on Foreman, but I think after that fight, nobody ever went after him with that strategy again.
Who wins out of prime Ali and prime Mike? This performance alone makes me think Ali, he was a king of IQ in the ring!
I know Tyson was past his prime but watching the Lennox Lewis fight makes me think Ali might’ve out - boxed Tyson but if Tyson connected 😮
@@chrismichaels6928 yeah, and even throughout his career his toughest fights in his prime (besides Douglas) always came from tall lanky boxer types like quick tillis and Mitch Green, those guys would make it the distance and win rounds, and we all know that Ali was the best at using his jab, reach and height to his advantage. The mind games would’ve been fun from both though, I wonder who it would’ve gotten to more…
@@aidenbrooks7529 great point .. wasn’t Mitch Greene on meth or something during that fight? I don’t know much about boxing but he actually looked really impressive in that fight - great jabs and movement. What a character 🤣
@@chrismichaels6928 I do recall Mike saying about Mitch being on angel dust at one point, but then again even the champions of the 80’s were on all kinds of drugs, pinklon Thomas, Michael Dokes etc etc, the 80’s were one hell of a time and the two dominant champs being Holmes and Mike truly was a spectacle, and the fact Mike got Holmes out like he did does slightly throw a wrench in my idea of Ali beating Mike because of how similar there styles are, although you can chalk up a big amount of that loss to Larry’s years out of the ring I guess
As far as brute strength , I would say Tyson.
As far as strategy ,finesse I would say Mohammed
I had the pleasure of meeting Ali, although very briefly, in a Vegas restaurant during his prime, and remember him as being a soft-spoken, polite man, much unlike his professional persona. I'll never forget that brief meeting. May he rest in eternal peace.
I met him in the 80's , told him he didn't look that tough he put up his dukes and laughed. What a really nice guy, though he was starting to fade away. Wish we had cell phones back then.
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He was so foine
I met him at a gas station in Berrien Springs, MI in the early 90's where he was paying for something. He turned around and I nodded and he nodded.
The magic of TH-cam is, at 65 years old, I finally get to look back and watch the historical fights. I was in elementary school when “Ali” was the the greatest. Then, when Tyson was the greatest, I was working 15 or so hours a day, with no time for the fight game.
In high definition also 👌🏾👌🏾
and a soundtrack
Yeah, we can watch best movies, fights, music ...
Good work capturing the battles that I watched.. I no longer marvel to watch the brutality of prize fighting... life with their loved ones would have been better without the brutal sport of beating the hell out of somebody. Google deaths in the ring or injuries caused by.
Isn't this awesome? I also agree one of the greatest things about TH-cam. You can also learn just about anything you want to damn near for free!
Getting the shit beat out of you for seven rounds by George Foreman and asking “is that all you got?” Is the most gangster shit I’ve ever heard in my life. No wonder Tyson idolizes Ali.
If I were Ali I’d have said “is that all you got Georgie boy?” 🤣🤣🤣
@@jasonbourne5941 my god. It’s Jason Bourne.
@@TheAfterglowProject 😁
Ali didn't just say that. In that interview, Foreman said how Ali started saying "you got tired, sucker, and you still have eight rounds", the next round "You still have half of the fight, sucker". Foreman started panicking when he realized Ali was right. Ali completely got into his head.
@@granadosvm fucking savage. He seems like a peaceful man especially compared to Tyson in his prime but the way he can pick a man apart is insane.
Muhammad Ali remains the GOAT of GOATS of boxing 🥊
He's claims tyson was the goat
" Don't count the days.
Make the days count. "
-- Muhammad Ali
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”Me. We.”
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Casious Clay was a better fighter!🫠
@@RoysFineGemsLet me guess. Your favorite social network is Twitter. 🤓
Muhammed Ali is the greatest ever, i am born 1963 in Germany and i never saw a sportsman like him. Thank you for all sleepless nights in my childhood. I will never forget you. Your life was an inspiration for me.
The great ever Muhammad alli, only God is greatest
Tyson Fury would turn him into a puddle of diarrhea.
He cant be the greatest since he only competed in America that's a contradiction. There are plant of American athletes who said they are the greatest and yet loose to other athletes outside of America.
For example Fedor Emelianenko he competed all around the world and won 98% of all his fights other fighters Alexander Karelin or Buvaisar Saitiev, Vitali Klitschko.
@@adisaakorede thats my opinion, it has nothing to do with religion.
Muhammed Ali might have said "I am the greatest" but it was with good reason, he was the greatest. Definitely one of my childhood heroes.
KING OF THE WORLD!!! IM A BAD MAN!!!!
He lost 4 times..NOT THE GREATEST
@@tlouishail4141 Ali leads the official list of the worlds top 10 boxers. He was the greatest in my book. First fighter to ever win the world title on three separate occasions.
I was lucky enough to shake Muhammad Ali by the hand in Scotland 1993
He was a very bright man. He could talk about anything. Great sense of humor. I miss him dearly. RIP my friend.
Grew up with Ron Lyle and his family. We were all proud of him. RIP sir.
He was No match for the Black Muslims ! Poor Ron ! But the money was the bottom line !
But more proud of Ali
@@JamieJones-f2s speak for yourself. I'm proud of Ron. Love Ali too but meant what I said.
@@JamieJones-f2s, Ali was supposed to win. I'm a lifelong fan of his and my aunt went to HS with him. I knew Ron and his 18 siblings personally and still proud of what he accomplished in life and how he gave back to the community.
@@weekendgrl cool
Rest in peace, Ronald Lyle. Rest in peace, Muhammad Ali. All of the great boxers are retired or gone.
if it werent for tyson,the ear MC MUFFIN would have never happened.
Lennox Lewis is still here, one of the best ever
@@stuartcairney7055
And so is Mike Tyson and Evander Holyfield, but are they still boxing?
I agree with you alanmorris I at this time I must say that I could not name who is and who isn't the champians. Gone are the greatest. How sad.
Roberto Duran is still around
"I'm so fast I can turn off the light and jump under the covers before the room gets dark." /// After NUMEROUS corrections (Bruce Lee), I looked it up. Billy Crystal did a hilarious tribute to Ali and used it in his tribute, that's where I saw it originally. He also used, "I'm so fast I can play ping-pong by myself." Billy does amazing impersonations in the performance, "Billy Crystal's Muhammad Ali tribute - 15 Rounds (1979)" in TH-cam.
th-cam.com/video/eB9xvs5LA4M/w-d-xo.htmlsi=wsIcg3Iu22tcmk_C
and i believe it
Did he say that?
Ok Satchel Page
That's how Billy Whizz of The Beano would go to bed
I miss Ali. There will never be another like him.
Me too, I had no interest in boxing until the then Cassius Clay came along and I haven’t had much interest since his departure as Mohamed Ali. The only boxer that gets my interest now is Anthony Joshua probably because he’s a Brit and we don’t get many to shout about in boxing.
And never will be, the greatest ever ❤️
Mike Tyson for just imo
My father took me to a parade in Louisville when they turned Broadway into Casssious Clay, again when he converted and changed his name. My dad was totally about historical stuff. I will never forget
Ali was the champ for all time. The king of the ring & one of the smartest fighters ever.
Ali was all about smarts. He knew how to win a fight regardless if the opponent was bigger and stronger. Indeed, he was the greatest.
draft dodger
@@russiasvechenaya58 That's your belief. No problem. If I had the same courage as Ali, I would be one too for an unjust war.
I don't think many appreciate the power that Ali packed ... he did more than sting, he had tremendous force in both hands. Incredible that he kept on fight so long.
very underrated jab.
When they're coming in at one per second or faster, you better have a plan.
The power he unleashed on Foreman in Zaire was awesome. Foreman said he had never been hit anywhere near as hard as that.
@@RalphTheRhinodefinitely underrated power. Even in the 60s he butchered Liston’s face
Float like a butterfly,
sting like a bee,
his name won’t die,
Muhammad Ali
That's beautiful
I'm crying as I hear Muhammad Ali words of praise. For him and Allah
Too bad he was a disgusting racist.
the black supperman
too bad he won't be in Heaven.
No one will ever replace this showman. It is a very different world now.
and Statesman.
He had class, people like Tyson are thugs with who can fight but have no idea about philosophy so they don't last in real life.
@@nekodirge Everyone's got a plan till they get punched in the face , mike tyson 😊
@@nekodirgeare you fucking slow? Tyson is incredibly intelligent and aware of philosophy. His growth from being a young thug in the hood is incredibly impressive.
@@blackwolfe638 everybody that didn’t show fear kicked Tysons ass Douglas Holyfield Lenox lewis Ali would of kicked his ass
11:03 Love how you can see the flash from that iconic Ali picture being taken...a singular moment -- captured.
There were fighters. Then there was Ali. When you watched him in the ring, you didn't just want him to win. You wanted to be him. An absolute hero.
I was young, but I remember my father watching Ali fights in the 70's.
I feel blessed to have watched the phenomenon that was Muhammad Ali.
RIP champ.
Me too with my Dad in the 1970s.
Same here, sadly only the debacle vs Holmes I was old enough to remember and knew what was going on .
Also the period of Sugar Ray ,Hearns ,Hagler, Duran etc ! That's when I really turned pro !
Those were the days. RIP Dad..
Now when last time we watched it on TV.
My mother met him in Vegas. She said his hand was like a gentle baseball mitt when she shook it, and said he seemed like one of the kindest, gentlest people she ever met. Mom didn't watch his fights.
Nice people are nice...until they're not. Nice gentle people are the ones you should wonder about
Then he jizzed in her face
That's exactly what I'd say about Mike Tyson literally softest caring guy you will meet
@@davidcohen4237 ofc bc he has conciousness, not many do
Yo mom got her guts rearranged by Muhammad Ali 😭props gang
I grew up watching Ali even as Cassius Clay. I'm 64 back then we had heroes he was one of my. I always like to hear him and Howard Cosell. Kid's don't have anyone to like up to. We need to be a hero to young kid's.
He was poetry in motion and a kind gentleman. I love when he gestured to the referee to stop a fight because he didn’t want to hurt his opponent. It left me gaping and teary eyed. I remember that I had posters of him in my room when I was 10. Now I truly know how great he was inside too!
As Ali himself said " i float like a butterfly and sting like a bee there's no one as great as Muhammed Ali"... true that
A reliable friend told me, Ali was at a diner eating one evening, and a fan asked him for his autograph. Ali stopped eating, and gave the fan an autograph. NO QUESTIONS ASKED.
Rocky Marciano would Have killed him ! Same with Joe Louis !
Nah uh @@stevesanzari7294
For many of us who watched it happen all those years ago, the banter between Ali and Cosell is just as memorable as Ali's unmatched greatness in the ring.
Man, no doubt. They loved to mess with each other. Cosell was no match for Ali, but that dry "shaken" comment was great!
They both made Me sick to my stomach !
Ron Lyle was my coach for some years every single day after school i would train with him at the Denver gym. He loved us like his own, taught us everything he knew which i will never forget, very great coach you are missed 🫡🫡
I’m glad they bring him up because he was a famous heavy weight champ like the rest of them but no one talks about Ron Lyle . Respect
What was he like , patient, strict. Those say how real he is
He would always work his neck with the dumbell lol
@@IggyD444 a nice guy?
Ali was a brilliant, strong, decent Man...
His career as a Boxer and Human being is unparalleled...
Not to mention his sense of humor!
What a great Guy!!! ❤❤❤❤
His quickness in humor quotes and answers, were as quick as his hands.
You have to work awfully hard at ignoring his "gorilla" BS in Manila before the fight with Frazier. Some of the most despicable behavior in a public figure ever.
@@jg300ascout1 Would you please elaborate, give a link to read, or at least let me know what terms to search for?
I don’t know about the incident. Due to my age (40-ish), I can learn about Ali mostly on what I watch and read. I would really like to know more about the incident you are referring to.
Although I am an ESL, I think my English is quite good; nevertheless, in case I may have misunderstood, the incident you are referring to is something Ali being disrespectful to his opponent; which is why I am very intrigued.
Thank you if you do answer, my apologies if I bothered.
@@EZLawUSA-TR I would refer you to an excellent documentary on Frazier. Long story short, Ali made it, of all things, a "racial" fight, he being the pretty & light-skinned, Frazier being something barely on the human tree branch. They handed out toy gorillas to represent Frazier and the trash talk went on and on, all of it about Frazier being, in effect, a gorilla. Frazier was deeply hurt, til the end. Apologists for Ali say it was all his managers, etc. To claim that would be to claim Ali was not astute enough to know what he was doing. He knew exactly what he was doing. Search for Ali Frazier Gorilla here on YT.
He was a great pacifist.
He was a true artist in the ring. He gave two decades of unrivalled entertainment. The footwork, the combinations, bobbing and weaving, no one could match his grace. For me, he was the greatest! RIP MA!
Being from KY Ali always has a place place in my heart.Entertaining smart in the ring . He was the greatest and PRETTY! .Next to Elvis , he was the prettiest man I've ever seen .😂
And HE WAS PRETTY!!
My childhood hero, I'm 67 now, and he still is my sporting hero. Unique human being.
68
Why, he changed his name so he didn't have to serve his country. Even elvis served his country, Ali should have been forced to leave this country!!!
@@ezracannon1539 Thank you 1959, go have a drink at your "Whites Only" fountain and shout about the company store.
Mine too!!!❤❤❤
@@corbelius6 Without Whites contribution everybody would be living like savages. So, develop some humility.
Thank God this video popped out on my recommendation. I feel disgusted after watching Mike vs Jake''s fight💀
Lol same here
You know that, that fight was scripted. Paul is an actor and mike take money from him
why cuz yt boi back in the game? Jake Paul is being considered one of the greatest now
@@russiasvechenaya58 lol paid actor
@@russiasvechenaya58
Only because of the number of times Tyson didn’t punch or stepped back without a follow up. It was disgusting but Jake Paul had it coming.
The era of, Ali and, Frazier was incredible. Peace
Maaaaaannnn, what you saying...YES! I was in my mid-teens and my dad was a HUGE boxing fan. I remember we had this huge monstrosity of a tv, a flat screen that was housed in this huge cabinet. Had these little wheels under it so it could roll around. maybe like a 36" or 40" back in the late 70's early 80's. LOL. That tv was only turned on to watch boxing and we would have a house full of people! Those were some wonderful times as a kid. The fight game was never better, even to this day.
@@StatetrooperBillyBill I also traded the TV for the guitar. No regret. Boxing as we knew it is gone. Peace
@@tima.478 Someone's house was going to be that spot. That was OUR era. We lived it . Peace
Your grammar gives me a headache 🤕
@@RandyMorris-wq7tr Real talk! ✌
The greatest quote Ali made before his death. When how do you want people to remember him for and he said. Love each other like you loved me.
Jesus said it first.
@andymoore9892 I didn't know that what verse ? I'm a born again Christian but I loved Muhammad Ali greatest fighter I've ever seen
@@andymoore9892John 13:34
@@JohnPoremski-j2wJohn 13:34
Damn ,that quote I've never heard. But it sure does bring tears to my eyes 👀👀
Bless him, he was the greatest. What a man he was. Nothing but love for this unbelievable man of principles & poetry who stood up for his beliefs. RIP Champ🥊🥊🥊
What beliefs..... that a man was entitled to respect because he chose Islam. Bullshit.
So well put. Ali stood for what he believed and paid dearly but never faltered. I don’t think it’s about whether one follows the Muslim faith but rather Ali’s adherence to his beliefs in the face of enormous pressure.
@@drjimjam1112 Ali used the Islam to get out of serving his country, yet he did not go to a Muslim country to live. He was a selfish coward.
Principles? Spare me
@@timhallas4275 A door, thinking....so nice!
I loved Ali. One of the bravest and hardest things he did was to struggle with everything he had to light the torch at the Olympics shaking horribly from Parkison's disease. It was an incredibly patriotic and emotional moment in time. Ali grew up over time, and out of the ring, he was kind and generous.
My friends and I would all gather in the early 70s and watch it for free. They’ll never be an era of boxing like that. Plus, I also have to add this. Actually, Tyson‘s fights were free on Wide World of Sports when he first turned professional on Sundays.
Wow the early 70's were 50 years ago. Cant imagine living that long and still remembering. Im 28
Yep, Same here. Those were the best of times.
Celebrate 🎉
Yep. That thing called TV.
Tyson would’ve Brokehim in two ! Ali never took punches like Tyson threw ! Tyson was a heavy hitter and had Good Stamina ! Ali couldn’t rope a dope Mike without Ali getting broken not bruised Ribs !
Ali beat Liston, Foreman and Lyle. That’s good enough for me to call him the greatest. But he also beat Frazier, Norton and Shavers, so that’s the icing on the cake.
Liston ,Patterson,Chuvalo
You ever hear of a guy named Rocky Marciano? He retired and was never beat! Probably the best fighters to ever live.
I am an Ali fan but he DID NOT beat Ken Norton even Ali admitted he lost but the judges gave him the fight(s) . Ali said" Kenny had a style I couldn't beat". I watch all their fights and I seen CLEARLY that Ali lost as well
There "NEVER" will be another Ali,in this Era of Boxing,he has defined what a" G.O.A.T" is
The Greatest Of All Time!!!!
He was not only in the Arena of Sports,he was a champion of Civil
Rights as well!!!!!
I will take mike tyson anyday imo@@alicefountain8456
I remember watching Ali back in his Olympic days and thinking he was the most exciting heavyweight that I ever saw. I consider myself lucky to have been around to see his rise to fame, his struggles and his triumphs. I'll never forget his surprise run with the torch as he struggled with Parkinson's to light the Olympic Flame at the 1996 games in Atlanta. Ali inspired a lot of young people of all colors with his life and his legend will live on for a very long time. We are lucky as a species to have such men and women come along to show us the way and to raise the bar for us to aspire to.
Moron. He was the Olympic champ in the Light Heavyweight division.
Light Heavyweight during his Olympic days.
I met Ali sbout 20 years before he died. His hands trembled so bad, he could not feed himself. I felt really bad for him and did not believe he would live another year. He went on to live another 20 years. He was the greatest.
Those were the best days for boxing. Ali brought back boxing into prime time sports. Him Frazier, Sugar Ray, all the good ones. It’s gone now, I guess it’s all UFC. I miss good artful boxing, all weights too.
You just couldn't mention tyson
Boxing ain’t dead. You’ll see soon 🥊
@@boxingsifu I hope you’re right! You have a fan here!
So much nostalgia makes you miss the present. There's plenty of good boxing happening, wake up and pay attention- so much of it is here on TH-cam
The "sweet science"
Ali wasn't only a tremendous boxer but a entertainer as well. He's called the greatest for a reason
💯
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Greatest loud mouth and arrogant asshole
A clown you mean
My hero
Been watching Ali for decades and he never fails to make me smile. What an extraordinary human being he was.
Ok Putin meat rider
.??? Never made me laugh !
@@stevesanzari7294 Probably your autism.
The battlefield 1 music in the background is a great choice for boxing now that I hear it haha
One of Ali 's best qualities was his resilience. He could pull all the energy out of your body and at the same time make you believe that you are winning. Suddenly, you're the spectator of a knockout and there's nothing you can do about it.
Absolutely
Soon
He played scientific mind games with em 🦾
Rope-a-dope
Exactly...You just described the G.O.A.T
I dont like boxing, but watching Muhammad Ali and his adversaries fight is something special
Then why don't you like it
@@liltonydeAngelo my father, who is a year shy from 80 years old, doesn’t like boxing either.
Additionally, after Ali’s return in 74, my father was working about 14 hours a day, for 6 days a week. So you can guess his tiredness.
Furthermore, when Ali had a match, those matches were usually made around 03:00 am to 05:00 am due to time zone difference.
Even in that tired situation, and at that light time of the night, apparently (as I was yet to be born), he would wake up an watch the matches of Ali.
He had a different effect on people, which made people who weren’t liked boxing to watch Ali’s matches.
If your question wasn’t a rhetorical one, I hope I could have explained one of the several possible perspectives; which is “not liking the game but liking the player”, somewhat the opposite of the saying “don’t hate the player, hate the game”.
They should've replaced da Ernie Terrell fight in "Ali" with the Cleavland Williams fight because that was post-$#@@* !^&...sumthin' like diss 🎮 video is trying to protray (they could've used Miguel😅)
Lyle gave him pretty solid competition and challenge there!
Played to a gameplan and didn't gas out, as he was expected too, and matched a more pugilist approach that Ali was known for! Pretty impressive! And ran it to the 11th with a lead in the scorecards! Great fight.
A True Legend With The Jab Wop Wop Wop 🥊😊
Wow what a beautiful commentary thank you for shaping the words that describes what so many of us felt about such a man Muhammad Ali
Magnificent, stunning and yet somehow incredible timing and sizing up of his opponents. Ali is still the best I've ever seen, and I was never a boxing fan until him. RIP Ali.
Ali was the greatest! What a great boxer, what a great showman, and what a great human being! I miss you, champ!
I met him once and chatted to him privately - nothing like the bragging showman from the ring or in interviews. Just a very thoughtful, kind, and decent guy who always stopped to talk to his fans and sign autographs. Years after I met him I saw an interview where he said that he never declined a request for an autograph because he always tried to remain cognizant of how much the moment might mean to someone. That was him alright - gave me a lovely personalized autograph that I still treasure - I have it framed below the classic photograph of him standing over Sonny Liston.
He took on the criminal USA government over Vietnam and WON as well. Absolute legend.
I feel fortunate to have lived through the Muhammed Ali era.
As a kid growing up in the 60s, I really hated him. His arrogance really irritated me. It wasn't until I got much older and learned much more about him I realised just how great he was. I was deeply upset when his health started to decline. He was certainly something very special.
Me too
I’m somewhat envious but I got to live through the Tyson era so that makes up for it 😁. I almost feel bad for modern folks though as the hvwt division in boxing has sucked for a long time
@@brianmeen2158 That is sad.
That you think that Tyson is comparable to Ali..
Ali was bigger than boxing. He was a leader and a man of conscience.
Early in his career, he did something I NEVER saw any boxer do.
He was beating up an opponent, and he asked the ref to end the fight. He didn't want to hurt the man.
He opposed the Vietnam War -- ending his career at the time.
Ali was a man of character, to be admired for much more than his boxing.
I was born in 73, so I only heard about Ali.
Ali- there was none other like him!! The class, the finesse, the artist!! Move over people!!!
The Draft Dodging coward.
When you think of all the greats that Ali defeated, you have to give it to him.
no KO power
@@italianwaterice9594 So? But he did have KO power and he KO'd a lot of people. I think people say that because he allowed himself to get hit too much in the 70's.
3 out of how many he fought?
Don't need it
A win is a win@@italianwaterice9594
@italianwaterice9594 , Ali finished Frazier, same Frazier who was taking punches from 243 lbs Buster Mathis like its nothing, Mathis was an undefeated boxer before fighting Frazier.
The quality of the videos are awesome!
I feel BLESSED to have watched all his fights and rooted for him in every contest. Sometimes you just know when you're not only watching epic greatness, you're witnessin epic boxing history as it unfolded! I got the same respect and admiration for Tyson! What gladiator's they were, among other's, and all a joy and privilege to witness at work!👍🙏🥰💕💯
Love the clip with Ali and Cosell with Cosell saying the champion is going into the fight with his confidence shaken 😅
Those two had the greatest rapport.
The Greatest!!
Rest In Power G.O.A.T 🐐 Seeing this honorable clip today made me cry, thanks for creating it. I’ve been a huge fan since I was a little girl in the 70’s 🕊️♥️🕯️and met his daughter at my Los Angeles clothing salon in 2004, whom gave me a signed copy of one of his books, The Soul Of A Butterfly ❤ Such an honor, to have crossed starry paths with her at that time in my life, as I was at the height of my martial arts, kick boxing and jujitsu practices.
What more can you say, the Greatest.
I was never one for fighting as a sport. But even as a little white girl, Muhammed Ali was a hero, not only to the civil rights movement, but to standing up to the false power that tries it's best to dominate. He proved himself indomitable, honorable, ethical, seemingly fearless beautiful, intelligent and witty. He was a hero, those who believe they should fight, if called to do so by the leaders of their country, without question, will never comprehend. Some of us were born with a conscience and question everything. He was an exemplar of living with conviction , love, bravery & to the end had a sense of humanity and humor, no matter how serious the gov't tried to paint him in a bad light and deeply punish him as an example to others who dare. An example of strength , living clear in his convictions. I know there's no one who's perfect, but this man was and is an inspiration, his life a beacon. Thank you sir for shining a light. I'm grateful for having been touched by it.
Your comment reminds me of his quote; " no one can be perfect, except in intention" !
Oh Yes..no Boxer could compare to Ali intelligence!
That was a beautiful comment.
Beautifully put he was an inspiration to many for so many reasons, a rare treasure, a hero, activist, philosopher exemplar and boy could he entertain!
legit
Alis left was lightning , his right was thunder
👍👍
I know Ali wasn't the hardest puncher in heavy weight, but I personally think Ali's right hand hit way harder than people expected it to!
Ron lyle started boxing when he was 30 in prison and started taking pro fights that same year, outboxed ali for 14 rounds then got clipped, had a slug fest with George Foreman and they dropped each other multiple times (3-4 in foreman's favour) with last knockdown being ko in Foreman's favour
@@izmirurla35 what in the world does that have to do with Ali hitting harder than people expected?
As for your comment it was round 11 of 15, Lyle was well ahead on 1 card 2 ahead on another card and a draw on the last card, seeing how Ali usually fought he would take Lyle to deep waters and drown him if he didn't TKO him in the 11th. With 4 rounds to go after Ali clearly won round 11 had the ref not intervened then this fight was still up for a majority decision win for Ali. As for Lyle, I'll give him credit he did good until things fell apart for him in round 11.
@@jk_46you are right speed, timing and full extension gave Ali his power not brute strength like Lyle, Foreman, Frazier. He also had the he best chin in the business
What was people's expectation of his right hand?
@@jk_46 Fighters always say they should not have stopped the fight he wasn't protecting himself just a punching bag.
What a beautiful thing to say in the end "We wish him well, where ever he resides in paradise"...
One of the most beautiful men ever. Used his words well, never swore, questioned gracefully, and without rancor.
And he trash-talked daily. I mean, I don't really mind that, but I wouldn't have minded if he swore either... I don't get the logic that swearing is bad but belittling your opponents isn't. I guess it's an American thing, the fascination with trash-talking and the repulsion at swearing.
Ali could be cruel,mean and egotistical. He was horrible to frazier and the racist garbage he spewed on chat shows once elijah Muhammad got into his ear was despicable. He was a truly flawed man....there's a lot I like about him but there's a lot I don't. He is hero worshipped to the point that not many can be objective about him at all.
Lovely comment❤
@@shojaejlali1290 he was a human being and he had faults. As a little girl I despised Cassius Clay and his big mouth but after five fights I had fallen in love with Muhammad Ali and his predictions, his confidence, his self-value, his self-love. All praises are due to ALLAH for The Honorable Elijah Muhammad. Like it or not, from this flock came Muhammad Ali, Malcolm X, Wallace Muhammed and Louis Farrakhan.
1290: flawed man???
Don’t talk nonsense please 😡😡😡
No one comes close to the GREATEST! Thanks for the beautiful memories Muhammad Ali 🙏
Rocky Marciano died undefeated unlike this bozo
I'm 77 years old now, and I've seen them all, from Rocky Marciano on up, and Ali was the best I ever saw, BAR NONE !.......OnWard......
JACK JOHNSON WAS THE GREATEST FIGHTER.
@@BreaMiller-j8l Because if it's in capitals, it must be so. :)
Here Here l totally agree. Ali was by far the best of all time
He did beat Joe Lewis's ass
@@BreaMiller-j8l LOLOL he would have KILLED johnson.....why? because jack was slow, and stupid....While Ali had it all, a rock solid chin, the Intellect to be able to change strategy at any second, tremendous power, and excellent movement ....one of the biggest assets he had was the power to take you out with either hand....no other heavyweight has had all that, PERIOD.....OnWard.......
I was fortunate to meet George Foreman at the Kansas City airport, August 17, 1999. Myself and some recruits were headed to Marine boot camp. He was very kind, gave us some words of encouragement, gave us each an autograph and shook our hands. I’ll never forget his gigantic hands and warm heart. Great video!
Fire video as always! Some of the more interesting aspects of Lyle were put on show here undoubtably!
Thank you! I've wanted to make a video about Ron Lyle for quite some time now. What a monster of a fighter!
And do not forget Irish Jerry Quarry defeated Ron L. One of my fav fights. Jerry outslicked Ron at every turn. And yes, RL tagged him several times, JQ's iron chin saved him from going down. It just goes to show you just how good JQ was. George said there were 3 guys hit him like no other, Ron Lyle, Gerry Cooney, and Cleveland Williams.
When I was a boy, my mom picked me up from cub scouts, On the way home we listened to Ali/ Frazier fight on the radio in the car. it's just one of those memories that stick with you.
I remember I was in 6th grade & the entire school was taking sides & fighting about who would win the fight between Ali vs Frazier.
Don't talk rubbish. What time was cubs on midnight? Bullshit Barry talking waffle
@@leonardhpls6 Hahahaha! Exactly. Fights were on LATE. Or just getting updates was LATE.
I followed this man from the beginning and by that I mean from the Olympics . When Ali fought Sonny Liston I was working second shift and I snuck out of work to listen to the fight on my radio in the parking lot. I could have lost my job and I didn't even care my attitude was I'll get another one .
Muhammad Ali was the smartest fighter that I ever seen in my life by far .
Man was as fast with his fist as he was with his words.
Ron Lyle should always be remembered, excellent video , Ron Lyle was a monster truck that knocked down George Foreman too, R.I.P RON LYLE 😎🦋🐝🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
I really liked Ron Lyle. He was one of the better boxers during that time.
@@kevinquinn3763 I still love Ron Lyle and tear up when watching old interviews and fights, ALMIGHTY LORD stopped making Goliaths like these after 70’s😎🦋🐝🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
A great fight by two monarchs. just fantastic s.
Ali getting to comb his hair after a victorious fight. A huge flex and a way to celebrate victory 10:01
Dude spoilers, although, I doubt anyone is suprised
Easily the most amazing boxer to watch and be entertained by.
A true master of the sport and great man that will be talked about infinitely.
Great video 👏
well said!
Ali was the only boxer i've ever enjoyed watching who showboated during a fight.
Same - funny I cant hardly stand it from anyone else lol.
He never showboated distastefully. Peace
@@RandyMorris-wq7tr right... The opposite of Conor McGregor
It’s crazy..never thought about it like that🤯I think you’re right🥊it’s probably because of who he was not just in the ring...
He had the greatest charisma, humor, of any athlete i've ever seen full stop! He and Howard Cosell was the greatest 2 man show in sports ever!
Good stuff. Couple of fun facts:
1. I got to hang out in the Ali camp at the Rumble in the Jungle in 1974 (we were living in Kinshasa for a couple of years), and my dad tells me I got to hang out with and box with Archie Moore a little bit. I was 4 years old.
2. I got to see George Foreman give a talk at the Rotary Club in Carson City Nevada, where my dad was a member, in the late 1980's, when Foreman was making his comeback and had a fight in Reno. I also got to shake his hand. I was a little taller than he was :)
@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse...you are a hater ...go away
@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypsehe was 4 years old. Doesn't even really count tbh
@4th_Lensman_of_the_apocalypse lol ok then. Why the hell would I lie about this? You think people haven’t experienced interesting things? My dad was an Orthopedist at Mama Yemo Hospital in Kinshasa at the time. Do you know where the Rumble happened? Kinshasa, Congo. It was called Zaire back then. My mom wrote a novel about the AIDS epidemic In Africa as well. We lived there at the beginning of the initial outbreak. It’s called Slim. Her name is Ruth Whitney. You ready to place a bet? I’m sure my old man has pictures from the training camp. I even have an old yearbook with my picture in it from when I was 5. I went to a Belgian k-12 elementary school there.
@@scienz lol. You ppl are funny, but sad. Well your stories don’t count either then big man. I just thought it was interesting. And apparently it was, since you clowns are talkin about it. Remember I was probably 16 when I met Big George at the Rotary Club meeting. But I’ve got one better for you: Around the year 2001 or so, I spent a weekend at Jim Brown’s house in the Hollywood Hills, and got to talk with him about all of this. My sister in law has been friends with Monique, Jim’s then wife, now widow, since college. Yes I got to hang out with the deceased HOF player. We hung out for hours and discussed a lot of things, including this very fight, because he was there too. Does that count? I was in my 30’s. You are the expert. You tell me if it counts ok, can’t wait to hear your judgement call on this.
@@scienz got to talk about it with Jim Brown, yeah, that Jim Brown, when I stayed at his house in the early 2000’s, in the Hollywood Hills. I argued with him a little too actually about social issues. He was at the Rumble, too, like 25 years earlier. My sister in law went to college with Monique, his widow. That’s why we got to stay at the man’s house. I was in my early 30’s when this happened. Does that count tough guy?
Someone said
"If an alien ask me to produce a specimen from mankind, I will present Ali to him"
I was alive to Watch Mohammad, he truely was Amazing
Robinson and Ail style of boxing was so unique. No fighter has ever tried to duplicate them! It takes an unbelievable amount of stamina to fight like Ail and he did it for 15 ROUNDS!!!!
and as a Heavyweight
You are absolutely correct.
Leonard
Larry Holmes did. Check your books again
Hated him as a kid. Was a Frazier kid. But man, over the years watching these old films. No doubt the greatest of all time
I was the same way with Michael Jordan 😂😂😂
The Thrilla in Manila was the greatest fight of all time. Those last rounds in that heat were just BRUTAL ! Nearly Inconceivable !! Relentless. That was only fight I ever saw that I thought " Damn, 1 of these 2 guys is really gonna Die in the ring."
Beautiful memorium you left at the end, never lose that. If Ali were with us he'd be appalled at all the robotic soulless garbage on the internet, but you really love him and that shows through your art
A young journalist asked Ali about Joe Frazier, saying he's very strong and mean.
Ali replied:
He ain't mean, he's just ugly.
I thought he would be in trouble for saying that. And so he was.
Ali brings a big smile to my face. Priceless.
Ali was not only a legendary boxer, but also an honourable and good person.
@JackClayton123 . . . . A coward who dodged the draft while the rest of us were shipped off to Vietnam.
No... he was a manic egomaniac ..a bragging obnoxious mess on many fronts
@@CathayOcean
A coward?? Muhammad Ali was a conscientious objector. He refused to go kill people that did nothing to him, nor threatened his home or homeland!!
Imagine what those five years he spent in prison would have done for his boxing records.
@@kevinmcconnell3641
Totalmente de acuerdo con usted señor. Cassius Clay, así lo conocí cuando yo era un adolescente en mi país, España, nunca fue un cobarde, fue un gran hombre y un boxeador extraordinario, muy inteligente, con las ideas muy claras, una fuerte personalidad y sólidas convicciones ideológicas, y también fue una gran persona y un buen hombre.
En España y creo que en todo el mundo tuvo muchos admiradores y seguidores. Todavía echamos de menos y recordamos al señor
Muhammad Ali con mucho afecto y profundo respeto.
Saludos desde España 🇪🇸
@@kevinmcconnell3641. Ali was never in prison. He appealed his conviction and the supreme court eventually overturned it. He couldn’t fight for 3 years because various boxing commissions wouldn’t sanction his fights - not because he was in prison.
AS long as their is Boxing, Ali's name will Always reign Supreme, he truly was the greatest of all time's.
"there" !!!
I'm not sure about that.
Iron Mike was/is better !
ALWAYS and I say as person born and raised from the same hood that TYSON is from and even Tyson would agree.
And he lost 5 years at his prime. Just imagine what his record would have been.
It was great growing up in the 60s and 70s watching Ali fights.
We were privileged. He was an inspiration.
Yeah, it was just great having it on regular TV, so everyone could watch. I hated it when when suddenly it was a special pay video event.
80's too, with all the legendary middleweights battling each other
He was so fast!
2003 to now is the best era to live and witness because VYBZ KARTEL is the greatest human being.
Even all these years later you still have to admire Ali’s stamina and accuracy to connect hard if you left an opening. The way he dances around his opponent is awesome to watch. You can really see his iconic “float like a butterfly sting like a bee” quote in action watching this ❤️✌🏽
I stood up and screamed! I remembered that fight. Wow.
I'm grateful I got to meet Ali in the 1960s. He came to my High school, Southern Univ Lab School in Baton Rouge LA. He rubbed my head as he was giving a press conference. I respect you. Unless we stand for something, we will fall for anything! Ali fought 'the good' fight! Blessings my brother.
Ron Lyle was the 70’s version of Kimbo Slice 🥊
RIP Kimbo 🙏
It's True!!
lol But Kimbo didnt even had the 20% of cardio that Lyle had.
What Kimbo died😮
@@hawaiiankingdom41868 years ago
who the heck is kimbo?
People, this is REAL boxing, Ali, Sugar Ray Leonard, Durant - todays boxing is just a total fix
a total fix? This fight was stopped while Lyle still had fight in him
Durant? Do you mean Roberto Duran?
The best was Jack Johnson who not only had to battle WT in the ring he had to battle against racism in life as well.
But he wasn't really defending himself, which left the ref no choice but to stop it.
@@scienz did we watch the same video? as much as i like ron, he couldn't even defend himself. it was a good stoppage. it would've ended much worse for him.
Here I am, 2024 at 53yrs old watching this lol I was only around 4 during this fight. I cannot believe how fast time has gone.
Truly, the greatest dot not just in Boxing, but in humanitarianism… I am 63 years old and he is still plastic on my wall… I have a whole area dedicated to him… Such an inspiration to me… But more importantly to the world
The smartest heavyweight to enter the ring. Such speed defensively and attacking. He was brilliant how he could get in the heads of opponents. His rope-a-dope strategy is genius! Thanks for sharing this.
It’s crazy watching fights back in the day. I always try to understand why so many fights weren’t stopped. A lot of deadly knockouts back in the day. A lot brain damaged old school fighters that they put cameras on and it’s sad hearing some speak today. Prayers and respect for anyone who gets in that ring 🙌💙❤️
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Ali’s walk in round one 5:07 😂
He’s walking like he’s just got up after being sat down for 3 hours and he’s still waiting for his legs to wake up properly
Im not into boxing but Muhammad Alibwas something specia:l pzazz, skill, humour, sheer determination and swlf belief. What an amazing combination in one man.
Ron had a lot of heart but ali hammered hims at the end and still looked like he just got back from dinner combing his hair
A great and proud man! A Skillful boxer who won with his mind.
One of the best videos I've seen on TH-cam. What a great story and fight. Big Respek & Love to the GREATEST.
The way Ali starts floating is beautiful to watch. His punching speed is ridiculous. Truly the heavy weight goat
The Lyle-Foreman fight was an absolutely insane slugfest! This one was good too but not as exciting.
Lyle vs. Foreman is legendary!
It was like Lyle was trying to out-Foreman Foreman. No dancing. No fear. Toe to toe brawlers. I'm no expert on Foreman, but I think after that fight, nobody ever went after him with that strategy again.
Was that the fight on the naval carrier
I loved Muhammid Ali. I watched this video to hear Howard Cossel one more time. Those were great times.
Even greater than his skill in the ring was his stance against conscription and for black rights.
A great man.