1964 Muhammad Ali vs 1974 Muhammad Ali

The one that beat Liston to me is the best version. Much better stamina, faster, defense (punch stats prove it). That Ali is the best HW boxer to walk this earth imo.

 

64 Ali won't have an easy night, but his better speed would win decisively IMO.

 

The older Ali might possibly have knocked the younger down. But the younger would have found him way too slow. Young Ali by unanimous decision, and even with a possible knockdown it's average six points ahead on the cards. Young Ali would have kept away, faster and more accurate than even Shavers I Holmes.

Had older Ali tried the rope-a-dope, this would have been a monumental snooze-fest imo.

 

I like the Ali from a year or two later a little better than the '64 model. I agree, thought that '64 trumps '74.

 

Can’t argue with that. Right before his ban.

 

Absolutely, still at his physical peak, but more experience & methods for excelling in '66-'67.
The younger ali was only a little faster of hand, but much faster on his feet.
And had better endurance, coul throw a lot & dance for 15 rounds.

It would be enough to beat a '74 Ali.

 

I think that the 1964 edition of Muhammad Ali would have out boxed and outpointed a post prime edition of Muhammad Ali from 1974. The footwork and speed would have been too much. This one would go to the judges cards, as veteran Ali was durable, and had more experience. 1964 version by unanimous decision in an early chess match.

 

The older Ali wins. He'd know exactly what young Ali was going to throw before he's even thought it..

 

It could be Jake, it's how you view it!