Austrian Open: Ma Long-Zhang Jike

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Austrian Open - ITTF Pro Tour,21 Sep 2011 - 25 Sep 2011, Schwechat, AUT. Men's Singles Final.

[@abinesh98]

It's April-1-2020. Locked down in home. Watched this with my entire family and none of them played the game. Explained as many rallies as possible. To my shock they not only understood but re-watched it again and again for another hour with lot of discussions and arguments. Best time I ever had ☺️

[@nishanbhattarai007]

Wow. Kudos. Kindly Keep promoting this sport.

[@tabletennisforfans7868]

👍

[@liamcannon9617]

That woulda made my year

[@maozhongzhou9795]

👍

[@Zergosss]

Can you make a video explaining it to other ping pong amateurs as well, like me? Just talk over the video and explain.

[@JaviTyler]

If someone don't fall in love with Table Tennis after watching this, that person is not meant to love sport in any form. Probably the best match ever.

[@shrupal7077]

Insane

[@spaceinvader384]

How did I miss this match before? Both are so powerful, precise, tactical, fast and agile. In all, you have to be serious to really understand the reasons behind it. Footwork and angles are unreal. One of the best matches ever seen. Doesn't matter who wins....they are both great legends.

[@AlkanPaganini]

It's 2018 now, and you can still smell their desire for winning. Look at their agility! Look at the crazy speed of the ball! Look at the lightening speed forehand counter drive of Ma Long! Look at the gross chiquita of Zhang Jike! Like chess, the greatest match in table tennis history will only be created by two legends "at their prime". We are so lucky to witness this miracle match, It's like we are watching 90 Michael Jordan vs.06 Kobe Bryant or 12 LeBron James. THE BEST TT MATCH, no question about it!

[@cj7ification]

Everyone knows Ma Long prime was 2015-2016. This was ZJK's prime against Ma Long 4 years before his prime.

[@ninorattaa7514]

if u look closely, u can see this is the greatest match in history

[@ziraudin1697]

zhang jike backhand is absolutely brilliant

[@MrVoland999]

two masters of their realm giving absolutely everything they got...a real pleasure to watch. Too bad it can only be appreciated by people who play the sport....

[@yunimaulidini7900]

y y ujhu

[@uckhanhvu2020]

MrVoland999 cvvv

[@llawliet7945]

Yup

[@TpolTime]

As someone who’s never played seriously I can honestly say I found it mesmerising

[@petritdragidella2648]

Best comment for this video 👌 its its a great game to watch only if u play it u understand the masterpiece of this points and rallys und high quality on this game👌👌👌

[@BladeRunner-td8be]

What these top players do is almost unbelievable. Without seeing them in action, I wouldn't believe it possible.

[@jstgivdam]

zhang jike and ma long simply superb no words to explain

[@ritwikmamidi9855]

Best match i have ever seen

[@PhuongVo-bi3xt]

bong ban

[@強メ墮天]

ma long vs joo saehyuk

[@強メ墮天]

fanzhendong vs harimoto

[@強メ墮天]

are the best match

[@fzulram]

Xu xin vs wang hao

[@phamster18]

i come back to this match every time i need a boost! simply the best match of all time i think !

[@samlinder307]

The greatest match of the greatest rivalry in table tennis history. I watch this match every time I need reminding that these two are the best.

[@스트라이커-m7v]

The Best Match in the History of Table Tennis By the two greatest players at the time when this game was played. (The fact that Ma long still one of the best and Jike went to the Finals AGAIN is just crazy) The reason i started playing this amazing sport Thank you Ma And Jike

[@LakshyaJain]

Arguably the greatest match of all time

[@noureldeenbassamabdelaal7775]

true

[@goodscent9097]

I agree

[@dickn.ormous1064]

Can't be the greatest match of all time for the simple reason it took place at the ''Austrian Open''.Nothing was at stake,it was quite similar to a practice match actually.

[@yeagerist977]

@@dickn.ormous1064 practice match? Are we watching the same thing? Those guys are putting 120% in every shot. Pretty sure that doesn’t happen in practice. Also yes it is one of the greatest matches of all time regarding technique those guys are basically perfect. Other contenders are MLvFZD 2017 WTTC or 2020 WC. Or 2014 Asian games Ma long vs Joo se Hyuk (if you like attacker vs chopper this is the greatest match of all time)

[@dickn.ormous1064]

​@@yeagerist977The ''Austrian Open'' holds little value for the Chinese.Took place in September 2011 well after the 2011 WTTC,during the off season. In terms of shot making there are certainly some more dynamic duos like the Xu Xin - Wang Hao rivalry which comprises of more contrasting styles,better use of angles and touch shots.Joo se Hyuk was far past his prime in 2014 suffering from autoimmune disorder. Obviously the best game of defense versus offense would be the 2003 WTTC final simply because of the significance of the match.In terms of actuall shotmaking Waldner's return in 2003 after a 9 month hiatus to demolish Joo se Hyuk takes the cake.

[@terencedavid4188]

Unquestionably !! .. the greatest game in the history of the sport of table tennis. Period !! no arguments please..🙏🙏 2 masters ..2 legends. 2 prophets of the game. Keep knockin. T.👊✌

[@msk8902]

ZJK's touch/receives were insane. Not many players can consistently block or receive ma longs full swing forehand topspins like that

[@ManuelPersona24]

He is an arrogant player

[@onimaxiis1]

@@ManuelPersona24 and?

[@kawln12]

@@ManuelPersona24and he got skills to back for it.

[@khiem111189]

The greatest match of all time ever.

[@jkcookie8841]

Without a doubt still the best Table Tennis match EVER

[@kawln12]

Agreed, the greatest match ever play.

[@fahrinilham-pd1mf]

This is it,excellence match here,

[@АлександрЯлалетдинов-э3г]

Супер игра, можно пересматривать десятки раз!!!

[@gdounito]

This match slovenian open 2012, world cup 2014, german open 2015 and the pro tour grand finals semi final 2009 (ttcountenance again) are probably the greatest matches. I believe most people relate to this match cause it was the first nail bitting final with comebacks from both sides that would show what was about to follow between these two players. Some trials matches on 2010, 2013,2014 and 2016 are also fantastic

[@ajitkumarbehera4965]

This is what TT should be! Two legends in one legendary match. A match combined everything - raw power, pure technique, inhumane agility n flexibility. What else one could ask for a TT match!

[@pursuitofcat]

Their powerful grunts after winning the points though. Shows the immense intensity in the air and simultaneous confidence of them both.

[@ad19932]

6:46 and 11:04 !!! and what a thrilling experience to see the full match. Full on smashes and top spins.

[@borisgraell]

I love how zhang jike use his whole body to block that super op topspin

[@rukiakuchiki847]

@@borisgraell and then ma long does the sime when zhang jike counter with forehand topspin

[@nqmaznachenieimetomi5909]

Since this video was uploaded, I've watched it over 100 times and it's always like the first time. Both of them are unique

[@MagicalGalaxies112]

I LOVE IT when Zhang and Ma are competitive for certain matches,they put up a extremely entertaining and exciting match.I was hoping that Ma Long would win cos he seems so wanting to win this match.

[@davidchoi4563]

Spoiler Alert.

[@MagicalGalaxies112]

lol I'm not really a spoiler cos I point out that Zhang won even tho he lost.

[@davidchoi4563]

MaskedGuy112 Spoiler Alert.

[@MagicalGalaxies112]

alright ok

[@rituelbhargav4609]

Spoiler alert!!!

[@smokie_777]

best match...even the music and slomos are on point

[@eduardolodato8932]

Its Posible that Zhang Jike was the most natural talent table tennis player, and Ma long the stronger yours matchs are legendarys and It will be remembered as the best in the history of this sport

[@sameenraut1099]

Best table tennis singles match in the history of table tennis!!

[@thomaslequesne5475]

1:08 so disapointing to see the crowd empty for one of the best matches ever

[@Pixel-jp1qo]

Best table tennis match I've every watched! Both Zhang Zike and Ma long did insane perfomance!

[@sourabhlatkar5077]

Best match I've ever seen. zjk fan forever..

[@anonymousdude6579]

Incredible match what an amazing show

[@debashishmitra]

One of the greatest matches of all time. Both players are Grand Slam winners (World Cup Winner + Olympic Champion + World Champion). There have only been 5 Grand Slam winners in the history of table tennis and here you have two of them playing against each other in this match. Two of the greatest players of all time, one of the greatest matches of all time

[@hyultracolor]

Best of the Best! Undisputed!Both had put on the greatest match. view it over many times yet still find it very exciting!

[@ricky155]

Oh my goodness, this is the best match that I have ever seen.

[@ncky2431]

Best match i have ever seen!

[@Geno_Whirl]

Final round was breathtaking

[@Renat1985]

the BEST ML and ZJK game what i have ever seen !!!!!!

[@batman4784]

This is the best match ever !!!

[@rspradeep72]

Amazing. want a wonderful game. See the rallies..and esp the 7 Match points. Really amazing.

[@cj7ification]

Highest quality match in the history of table tennis.

[@LeaLMartin]

MA LONG has an aggressive style and Zhang Jike STYLE SOLID SIMILAR TO FIRE VS ICE. They remind me of Kasparov vs Karpov MATCHES.

[@KK-ej4si]

Lol you play chess and table tennis too!? Nice! me too

[@LeaLMartin]

hehehe yes sir!! Timo Boll vs Gata Kamsky hehehe

[@Daud72]

Martin lEAL same. I also played pingpong and chess.

[@donovanvandenheever7558]

Same here, also chess + tt

[@葉建麟-p7p]

They are so nice player. They are my idol. This table tennis is so great!

[@HillTeen]

August 2019 it's still the best match i've been watching❤

[@uleyzano6178]

I watch this match again and again. The tennis was so beautiful, dynamic, powerful with long, open exchanges.

[@laibawali_]

A great pleasure to watch this match❤🏓

[@usaamahhussain7120]

The quality these 2 athletes showed in this match was incredible. It's like they were playing a training match back home in China with no fear.

[@BollForte94]

this match represents the prime of the sport

[@sctm81]

7 sets, spectacular high speed rallies, and down to the wire drama to the end with matchballs on either side. This game had it all.

[@TheKarstrasse]

It's 2021. We are watching a replay of two grand slammers playing.

[@karthikmanjunath1013]

Masters of perfection! Bravo

[@utpalkumar2770]

One of the best match ever, I have seen.

[@kovrcek]

14:00 OMG nerve wrecking rally !

[@JWMaximum]

Also in a match point. WOW

[@hanifbahari6606]

One of the best match I’ve ever seen

[@pham1020]

Right now, people consider Fzd to be the only player that stand a chance against ML. But, Fzd vs ML is no where near the rivalry between Zjk and ML back then.

[@Magnanimous_]

Q Pham That is because FZD never beats ML, while ZJK did beat ML several times.

[@Magnanimous_]

You could never forget Wang Hao when discussing the rivalry of Ma Long & Zhang Jike.

[@FrankGixx99Motovlog]

You are correct

[@HarryWizard]

John Cena: are you sure about that

[@ПетрСмирнов-о9ф]

WH got such a bad luck, it hurts. IMO Zjk changet tt while ML just played it from text book)

[@dvylyslukas]

The most amazing game I have ever seen.

[@fengjimin]

The best of all things

[@thehumanflute]

I cannot believe what I have seen !!! Table tennis of the highest quality

[@divinexzhiruka2406]

What a strong backhand by ZJK, I can't even see the ball. weww

[@tocode5434]

This is definitely another level of TT. Shots, accuracy, everything is perfect. Thank you, 2 living legends of TT

[@cwang1985]

I prefer this one to their 2014 Men' s World Cup final in which the stupid new ball has been used. Here we can see more powerful shots and longer rallies.

[@scottwarren4998]

new balls? anyhow zhang has beaten ma long in a simliar match b4 this match :) (Slovenian open 2012)

[@rachelloong7547]

@@scottwarren4998 yep new balls, the balls were changed to a slightly larger size (to make them slower). Many would argue that it was a way to stop the chinese because the way the chinese played was too fast for most others

[@scottwarren4998]

@@rachelloong7547 Were there new balls in slovenian open 2012, where zhang beat ma long?

[@rachelloong7547]

@@scottwarren4998 nope, but nothing in this comment thread (other than your comments) are related to zhang ji ke beating ma long or ma long beating zhang ji ke

[@scottwarren4998]

@@rachelloong7547 I know, i just wanted to know if zhang beat ma long with the old balls in slovenian open 2012, and ur answer seems to be yes.

[@-shubham_kumar_]

How do they keep themselves calm ,fast and so focused​ during these kind of tense moments 😓..

[@victoryandrew8136]

It is the best performance among Malong vs Zhang jike matches.

[@yansonliu1094]

Omg,what a game! I bet it will never be any TT as brilliant as this !

[@joshuarowe8410]

the plastic ball change really lowered the quality of the game for the average spectator.

[@itzuroo69]

Amazing, both deserved to win

[@smokie_777]

if only every match could be exciting like this. instead of every rally ending in 2-3 shots

[@tt4life74]

kata A rally doesn‘t have to be long, to be exciting. I can really enjoy short rallies as well, since they show the decision-making of each player.

[@kevinxin1545]

Every time I watch this match, I always feel like ZJK and ML had some sort of agreement beforehand - no looping down the line. If you see them playing with other players they always change the direction of the ball from diagonal to straight line (which is super powerful and always comes unexpected), but not those two people. It feels like a dare contest, I dare you to never loop down the line, and I'll do the same. Let's do the exact same thing as we always do when we train together and let the person with most stability/precision win. Damn

[@Kevin-zl3ci]

Kevin Xin lol no. They put enough pressure on eachother that its hard to just switch. Same with ML and FZD.

[@patrickwu7346]

Zhang Jike `s power is insane.But Ma Long win his for his perfect continuous skill.

[@zulfadhihjabdrahman5411]

One of the best match ever,best of the beast & of course miss the old camera angle..

[@ehsanbitarafan1199]

ma long = win he is "THE BEST" in all time

[@ericye9762]

They are both olympic champions , Zhang Jike in 2012, Ma Long in 2016. And they are both Gand-slam players. This match is so Unblievable !

[@PraisePrayPeace]

NO DOUBT, THE BEST TALBE TENNIS MATCH IN HISTORY OF TT

[@haiel0326]

What a match! Both are fantastic!!!!

[@LeaLMartin]

THIS IS THE ONLY PARTY TO OBSERVE THAT LONG MA placed it on her personal Facebook page. It must have been very important to him. AND NOW I UNDERSTAND WHY THIS PARTY I thought was the best ever I've seen so far.

[@amarish864]

The real game comes when the two greatest players play the game. This game is at a different level.

[@andreisaklakof2564]

2023. Is still classics and modern at the same time. And Ma is still playing...

[@pijahpadil]

a very high quality match ..agility power precision all here in this match

[@ranmanolov6832]

One and only - MA LONG!

[@junior81291]

Ran Manolov Jike is the best

[@cocochocko3783]

Jose Luiz Junior well he nothing compare him to ma long Ma Long won 30 time vs jike Jike won 10 time vs Ma long Now who is better tell me ha I know that sometimes the Fakt Hurt hahah

[@kishorshrestha2207]

Ma long is best

[@yootwan10]

ZJK= Beauty of violence in TT(this was commented by Chinese in China)

[@yootwan10]

JZK has more powerful balls and better skills

[@haquangtung9591]

Trận đấu cống hiến quá hay và đẳng cấp

[@rajatgarg6859]

Welcome to the one of greatest TT match available on internet !

[@DannyKap]

Great match! Loved it!

[@KeithHo168]

They are top players in this planet

[@katu9153]

Best much I have ever seen!

[@speedlimitkyahai]

THE BEST MATCH I HAVE WATCHED.

[@TGPapadopoulos]

06:46 Are they even human?

[@GyL-oo4sv]

I also amazed with this... Forhand & backhand battle from of them...

[@nishanbhattarai007]

Yes They are humans with a prefix "Super"

[@suchit9157]

Can anybody tell me , from which planets these 2 aliens are? just a college project.

[@irwankrisnawan905]

It called China I suppose

[@可樂77]

@@irwankrisnawan905 lol

[@ngocphuongnam4201]

Best match of all time.. I saw it forever not bored

[@fujitofusan]

ma long forehand is no doubt the greatest and zhang jike back hand is second to none! those two have mastered of their crafts. Sad that none can live up to these two these days.

[@Surtur87]

Still watching this, august '24 ♥️

[@skipadaflippa686]

Ma is on another level

[@LaZanzaraReturn]

INCREDIBLE AND MARVELOUS !!!

[@aerotus888]

That's got to be one of the best TT games in all of history!!!

[@calvinlam5817]

still one of the best production of a tt match, and it's pretty said that this is almost 11yrs ago

[@debornxom3839]

Amazing....

[@ジャス-k8o]

I like both of them

[@navinwithin1838]

Yes malong you r great

[@yagodavi7269]

THE BEST MATCH AND THE BEST VIDEO

[@paulm6481]

Ma Long is the best ever period.

[@Contrarian124]

Wow! Bravo, what a match!

[@navm4n]

phenomenal match