Yep, it was illegal. I agree that Ali is vastly overrated too. I could go on and on about this, I already have a few times, hard to get to a typical hype swallower though.
I agree with you here, that is why I don't argue with this type of people, I just state my opinion, which is the idea of an internet forum. It doesn't stop these types from getting upset anyway. It's always enjoyable to read posts from level headed, rational folk like yourself.
here's my thread on ali from a while ago.......... http://www.eastsideboxing.com/forum/showthread.php?t=242899