America's Best PLAYER Thinks He is GREATER than Goat EFREN REYES

[@jamesdrynan]

Strickland may play pool well but he lacks good sportsmanship. When he lost to Efren in Hong Kong, his attitude was reprehensible. Never a champion in my estimation.

[@24mojoe]

Not even a great player..he cant do 2 or 3 complex rail shots like Effren and no magic wonderous shots like Effren.. another game and he would lose for sure against Effren! Sometimes you are not in your top shape!

[@Downecker]

If only Earl didn't complain and act like a kid! He would have made a great example of a class act. Efren has the goods, Earl carries a crying towel!😂

[@trevorstevenson4038]

@@Downecker I quite enjoy Strickland's behaviour, struggling with the emotions of not playing at his best. It shows his desire to win and his restraint shows his respect for the game and his opponent.

[@poolpassion]

Earl Strickland may be the best 9-ball player but Efren Reyes is the only GOAT. Like this comment if you agree!❤

[@nicholasgranat2999]

I totally agree!

[@justjakewolverine4619]

@@poolpassion There is nothing like the magician. While others are adding and subtracting, he applies advanced calculus.

[@NotTheFakePeterParker]

@@poolpassion earl the best 9 ball? Since when?

[@marcuslarwa9098]

@@poolpassion yea I don’t think there’s any argument about Earl being dominant at 9 ball but he even said it himself that Efren is the best player ever. When someone others call the best states another player is better I don’t think there’s an argument anymore at that point.

[@savinggracechurch4112]

Magician and born-again!

[@BlackKnight_755]

I hate to even watch Earl Strickland. Efren is so humble even if he is winning. He knows that he is the GOAT but never brags or boasts.

[@wallyng3630]

Earl Strickland BAHM

[@Randy-nm2ru]

Exactly

[@ProMace]

I personally found Mike Sigel to be way more annoying with his constant talking.

[@poolpassion]

Efren Reyes GOAT🎉 Watching 🇵🇭

[@RichardsWorld]

Efren and his money man recently said Strickland was the best 9 ball player. But, Efren is the greatest overall pool player ever.

[@joebermuda6452]

Agreed

[@wafrasa]

Efren is the best billiards player in the world. I am from Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

[@V12FZ]

The difference is that the GOAT Efren is fun to watch, but watching Earl isn't enjoyable for me.

[@dibber43]

I asked Earl myself at the Super Billiards Expo who the greatest player of all time is and he told me that the greatest player he ever played was Efren Reyes.

[@dominicwood3451]

Earl is a great 9 ball player who can do what I call a standard range of shots more effectively than 99% of professional players. Efren has far more mastery of the science of pool and and potential for playing unorthodox shots at critical times. Not only that but he is a master across all variants, whether it is 9 ball, straight pool, one-pocket or whatever. Never seen the like, will probably never see the like again in my lifetime.

[@dlucks174]

As an American you would think I would be rooting for Strickland. But I think he is conceited and classless.reyes is a gentleman and a legend .

[@jamesquiroz9720]

Efren Reyes is the Magician and the Goat! and then its the rest !!!

[@bestway6032]

sure that why earl won...

[@louisbuzzi869]

Efren is the GOAT.

[@edison-1103]

Both players are skilful and dangerous. I don't like Earl's behavior at all. On the other hand, Efren's behavior is stunning. Efren is my favorite pool player of all time. He thinks different. In my opinion he's GOAT. Thanks for share. 🇧🇷

[@Brian-gx7yx]

I like watching Efren win, but really like watching Earl Strickland lose even more

[@jamescathcart4762]

Earl was the best nine ball player ever. Would love to watch Earl and Luther Lasiter in their prime play each other. Thanks for the video.

[@tamilselvanpr]

I don't know much about this sports. But i watched so many of his videos, thanks to youtube recommendations. But i kind of started liking him due to his humbleness, kindness and calm personality. I watched many of his videos. He is such a gem of a person who everyone should learn this attitude from him.

[@ronaldalano4748]

Proud pilipino salute the Legend Efren bata Reyes🇵🇭❤️

[@JohnAngeloCamomot]

Kung sa Boxing may rival na Marquez vs Pacquiao Dito sa Billiard may Strickland vs Reyes. Ilang beses na din sila nagkaharap. ❤

[@kadestroud7848]

Earl is the 9 ball GOAT, Efren Reyes is the 8 ball GOAT.Efrens attitude and sportsmanship makes him much more fun to root for but you still have to give Earl his flowers, even though I’d love if I didn’t have to.

[@Brevo77]

These two had so many matches together over the years you couldn't count them all.

[@yngve6640]

Hello from Norway. I like watching Reyes. Such a down to earth Champion pool player. And it's so cool to watch when he does the impossible with magic. Thanks for this video 👍

[@Lagnar]

The only reason I’ve ever watched Earl Strickland is because of Efren Reyes. He should show appreciation, not disdain.

[@imyourpops300]

Stop it.... Earl already acknowledged Efren is the GOAT.

[@RingJando]

Great coverage! Salamat po!

[@allgood6760]

Well done Mr Strickland on your success👍.. 2 great players but Efren Reyes is the greatest 👍🎱

[@wafrasa]

Efren is the best billiards player in the world 🌎. Mohammed from Saudi Arabia 🇸🇦

[@meshacktabane9277]

South Africa here 🇿🇦

[@stevendphoto]

Love Efren....!

[@rrsteamer]

Efren consistently shoots a ‘good stick’. I’m sure has his ‘off’ days, but as long as he still enjoys a game or two, why not continue to play. It is such pleasure to watch him play. He will slow down eventually, but the key that is finding something to fill in the time that will be rewarding (mentally, physically and spiritually). I think, however, he already knows this. It is a challenge to fully get into a retirement state of mind.

[@BGFCurt]

Efren Reyes GOAT!!! 🐐

[@AlfredoCervera-s2p]

en el juego todo puede pasar para ganar no debes cometer muchos errores y tienes que saber jugar por las bandas saber hacer los dobletes finuras y tener un control al cien

[@yunowot]

Earl is always a gentleman when he wins.

[@navchetansingh]

Why all the breaks are done by Strickland?

[@legendefrenreyes]

Efren Reyes did made some breaks here. Some racks are cut for better viewing experience. Thanks for watching and for the comment! Click Like and sub if you think Efren is the greatest pool player of all time!!!

[@marcuslarwa9098]

I think winner brakes so he would be braking more because he won more games.

[@SuperJakoll]

I've seen them all and when Earl, in his prime, is at his best in 9-Ball, there is no one that can touch him

[@ronmann2755]

Reyes isn't in his prime either but he's still the best!

[@stephaniechaffin1154]

Even Earl knows he's not as good as Efron.

[@davidwayne5152]

Earl isn't close to the caliber of player Efren is. Mr.Reyes has class😎

[@satyajeet1930]

Please do not increase the video speed when the balls are travelling on the table

[@Jms3424]

In Earls nightmares he’s playing Efren over & over & over

[@GregBraden-o9j]

Efren Plays at a whole different level. he’s the goat.

[@joebermuda6452]

Ok look, although I agree that Reyes is better than Earl. In earls prime he was the second best player and rival against Efren. I wouldn’t say that Earl deserves to have that thumbnail as if Earl didn’t give Efren a run for the money. To me Earl is the second best player of all time and Efren is 1

[@ghost6500]

I turned the volume down, I don't need an explanation of what the video is showing.

[@coreycallahan7443]

I’d love to attain Strickland’s skill level but I could never have his attitude. As for Efren, he’s the GOAT and watching him is fun. I feel tense when watching Strickland because you never know when his inner bad sportsman is going to bubble to the surface in some embarrassing manner.

[@dreia2405]

I think Earl admitted a long time ago that Efren is the GOAT

[@Gun_N_Roses411]

Watching from India

[@jonahjameson272]

I mean theyre playing in such a tight space you have ppl right next to them and a wall right behind need to give these guys space

[@masaleov]

@@jonahjameson272 and maybe a weight limit for the front row?

[@denniswoo9334]

Earl was right, he was not the greatest, he was the God of 9-Ball.

[@johnbarrientes4807]

Earl has thought this for 40 years. Mean while efren beats earl pretty regularly

[@thomasstephens7293]

I would like to see Earl get in the ring.

[@jamesrayfurr534]

Reyes is the Greatest of all time !!! Strickland has a lot to learn to even be mentioned in the category of "The Best". REYES IS THE GOAT !!!

[@rouman7]

Effron the best by a mile

[@jacobread9650]

As a snooker player it’s laughable some of the shots Strickland misses.

[@victorgaleas6134]

La Perla es muy bueno jugador,no por casualidad ha sido muchas veces campeon en muchos torneos,para mi son los dos mejores de muchos tiempos

[@scottcov1]

Earl beat him in lots of matches probably the 2 best players of all time

[@peterschmidtm.d3089]

Subbed!!

[@jessecumbee6156]

Efren is the best player of all time

[@kustomking101]

Why did Strickland break even when Efren won, I’m confused. Did Efren give him the break?

[@diadem03destiny29]

Earl is a ruthless player that will take all your money at the pool hall. Efren is a humble player who will teach you.

[@Mary-zd8xo]

When was this match?

[@CrownPiece786]

ᴇғʀᴇɴ ʀᴇʏᴇs 👑♥️

[@MB-rl2om]

I lost all respect for Earl Strickland many years ago when watching one of his matches on ESPN. He moved an object ball, but the referee didn't see it because the ref was standing behind Earl. Earl played on as if nothing happened. Even the commentators Mitch Laurence and Eva Mataya Laurence remarked on it, because it was caught on camera. As far as I'm concerned, Earl is a cheat.

[@joedanache7970]

Efren has easily defeated Earl in other matches.

[@daisysuperdog2814]

The special effects used did not do it for me.

[@legendefrenreyes]

Thanks for watching!

[@shaunallen2476]

Chesapeake va USA loves both players

[@UgyenWangchuk-i7h]

Watching from Bhutan🎉🎉🎉

[@jeffreyfoster8413]

Did Reyes have to spot him the break? Seems Strickland is the only one breaking.

[@yep.fishing]

I love the colour of these balls

[@Dumb-fw1ey]

Earl is just not outspoken but is also obnoxious

[@garyfletcher844]

Efren did not get lucky ? Good play is what one is known for;NOT getting lucky

[@nikkonordevil2882]

Got to see them both play live in Manila in 2009. Ear the sh**bag will never overtake Efren . . .

[@danielmbugua1328]

watching from kenya

[@savenatures1259]

First time saw Efren loss the match 😢

[@mr.t30]

But Efran is very liked 😏

[@nickyeow2278]

The winning podium has only got ONE place for the winner and that is eric

[@nocaphen]

Anyone else liked the video when narrator said "pool fans, if you have reached this far, consider a like on this video"

[@dennisschell5543]

Earl "The Girl" Strickland... 🙄

[@MikeTrujillo-fd2fn]

I'm the best player 🎱 I'm the king 👑 of pool. 😁

[@serhan3636ify]

Shane is the best american Player ever

[@usmcmsgt5487]

🇺🇸

[@Jeff-rs1lz]

What make of cues do they use?

[@barboxbrat8826]

Strickland will always be the better player of the two. He has many more titles in pool than efren will ever have.

[@locominyana8916]

That doesn't validate him been the better player.

[@savinggracechurch4112]

The Pearl in this match reminded me of the Tornado 😊

[@waimeaguyz9074]

Win some, lose some.

[@irenescorza9152]

I agree that efren reyes (bata) is the goat !

[@trumpetman70]

Why is Strickland breaking every time Reyes wins the rack?

[@legendefrenreyes]

The match is condensed for better viewing experience!

[@BackSeatHump]

Efren did not play very well.

[@choiegamee6857]

the other player is worst

[@robdickie9215]

I love earls glove and cue it's so ridiculous he should of had a whole suit made out of household goods 😂

[@teeoff7754]

America's best is a stretch.

[@JeffMiller-w7w]

Is it just me but did Earl break almost every rack in this match

[@renzverg119]

True. Earl is terrible, Efren is great.

[@900bnm]

Efren ‘phata’ reyes 😂😂 Busted and bursted 😂😂

[@tjnetworksystemscash]

Efren may need to hang it up. He isnt as sharp as he was when younger. They say he is the greatest player, maybe not. I can say the greatest player to make *amazing shots*

[@ERDG516]

I can tell you re not at all biased to Reyes.

[@seanmcmanus867]

Earl is a bit simple unfortunately

[@Miguel-h2q9o]

Efren s thee greatest

[@MrHootsie]

Would have been better without your running commentary

[@Yukiroedit]

Friends become enimies

[@JohannesIII-XVI]

What has Earl on his hand? Looks like a guide rail for the cue...

[@jonjor-xk7iw]

United States

[@johngrose3361]

Both players missed too many shots.I wouldn't fear playing either

[@antonyshavers5567]

How is Earl breaking when Efren wins?

[@legendefrenreyes]

Condensed match!