What did Larry Holmes do better than Muhammad Ali?

Ali's chef wrote a book about what she fed him. At least, you'll find the recipes he ate in theory.

 

& his quality of opposition, rare.

 

Depends on what source you use. Hearns had substantially more reach at any rate and Leonard's reach wasn't what got him home. The points still stand.

 

One of the greatest moments captured - Ricky 'The Dragon' Steamboat would be mega proud!

 

Dare I say “well done” on the word play?

 

His jab and cross were IMO better than Ali's. He also parried shots defensively waaaaaaaaaaay better than Ali. I think that's really about it, I'd argue Ali did everything else better in his prime

 

Holmes had a better uppercut and was a better inside fighter. Besides those 2 skills I think Ali was a better boxer in every other aspect.

 

Hi-yo! All due credit to Larry, for dodging his number one contenders like it was a bodily function. His other favourite foods were tomato cans & ham & eggers.

 

LOL even I have to begrudgingly admit that whole scene was funny as all hell. Berbick’s mania contributed to the comedy too though

 

Miles better jab and a serious uppercut especially against a shorter man. His right hand was just as quick with better pop. A better counter puncher too and could go to the body with his right.

Ali was more durable, stronger, took a better headshot and to the body, and was a better defensive fighter.

Also had a very unique style whereas Holmes was straight out the book.

Probably a similar level of fighter though I’m sure many round here would scoff at that.

 

Ali was more open to left hooks than Holmes.