Joe Frazier vs Muhammad Ali - March 8, 1971 - Round 12 - 15

Joe Frazier vs Muhammad Ali
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Joe Frazier defends the heavyweight championship of the world against Muhammad Ali. The fight was called 'The Fight of the Century' and lived up to the hype. The first of a great trilogy and the beginning of one of the most memorable rivalries in the sport.
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Their records at the time (W-L-D):
Muhammad Ali: 31-0
Joe Frazier: 26-0

[@b14blah]

What a great fight. Frazier was a machine. He earned all the praise ever awarded to him on that night. The world has lost a magnificent warrior.

[@Bluewaave51]

Thank you very much for having posting that match ! First time of my life I could watch it enterely !

[@TheCodedtestament]

I watched it on closed circuit TV at the old Savoy theater on Washington Street in Boston with my dad. The place was packed and going insane!

[@KIWIAZALWAYS]

@primeboxers het man great job getting this vid up,its ine of my favorite fights of all time,but just wondering why does it say in the description in the records section "ernie terrel 26-0" its smoking joe!

[@MozadelPeru]

RIP Smokin Joe! Thank you for this unforgettable fight.

[@LMatters1]

I was in grade 8 when this fight took place. A mate and I wagged school to watch this classic battle and, although I have watched it many times since, the amount of punishment given and taken by both men never ceases to amaze me. Make no mistake, this battle took a heavy toll on them both. It was indeed the Fight of the Century (as it was promoted). RIP Joe Frazier, fight fans all over the world owe you CHAMP.

[@definity3390]

damn ur old

[@ZEKEDAWG23]

I remember having to go to bed before the fight at age 12 but listened to the whole thing hiding under my covers on a transistor radio with those little one ear Earphones! Next morning at.breakfast Dad looked at me and said great last round wasn’t it son😂🤨. Never could fool him❤️🙏🏽. Miss you Dad❤️

[@GGE47]

This was indeed the fight of the century.R.I.P.JOE FRAZIER.

[@LeviJohansen]

@Tresix I agree, a fight doesn't get any better by being more brutal. I enjoy watching this one much more!

[@jrpilipinas]

I understand now why this fight is the most Epic Ever!

[@gutierrezmiguel13]

These two were warriors...ruthless competitors who loved the thrill of combat... R.I.P. Joe.... These guys will meet and fight again in heaven

[@MDangler14]

Joe's finest hour. Rest in Peace champ.

[@ToastSaito]

One of the greatest champions in the world has gone... R.I.P.

[@EAU2007]

Love you Joe. Rest in Peace.

[@BumbleBrook]

Love that Left Hook.

[@justinbgaga]

Just check out these two reminders of what it was like: 1) Cassius had to defend his "Heavyweight" title more than two times. 2) Whatever Cassius did, Joe Frazier had done much and much better.

[@TheMcGreevy]

Im 18 and the only fight ive ever watched was Hatton v Mayweather so this doesn't mean as much coming from me but the best fight i've ever seen! I wish heavyweight boxing was like the old days. I've heard about all these great boxers and only now am I getting to see them.

[@jake94]

RIP Smokin Joe That left hook of his was the stuff of legend.

[@bikefixer]

The famed round known as the "terrible eleventh" is worth the price of admission to this one. That and round 9, Ali's best. Great fight with two great champions.

[@bluflarp]

What's the title of this video again? who's Joe Frazier fighting?

[@DPaulLeDesma]

he got his clocked cleaned in this one

[@AptitudeTest1]

So so good

[@LeviJohansen]

@KIWIAZALWAYS because I copied the description from that video and changed the info. except for that name of course, thanks for letting me know ;D

[@elogan72]

May God comfort his family and friends. Lord, thank you for Joe Frazier's life and his gift to all of us. Let him find comfort and rest in your presence. Amen.

[@bluemoonomen]

I'm a big-time ali and fraizer fan, though I learn more toward ali. This is the first time I've watched this fight in it's entirety because I'm a big ali fan and don't like seeing him lose so I always took everybody's word that he did. Well, after watching and scoring it myself I had ali ahead by one even after giving fraizer a 10-7 15th round.

[@PFCKufik]

RIP !!

[@michiamobob]

Joe Frazier è stato un grande campione .

[@kenomy66]

Hey man thanks for uploading this great fight, and in such good quality as well!. It is clear to every objective unbiased viewer that Frazier won this fight, the only people that say he lost are Ali worshippers and nuthuggers. And personally I think this was the best fight.

[@brabazon10]

a true warrior.

[@angelo7513]

E' impressionante quanti colpi al volto subisca Frazier e non solo rimanga in piedi, ma replichi con energia. Qui sta la chiave dell'incontro: una straordinaria capacità di incassare di Frazier.Evidentemente era molto preparato atleticamente. Si ricava anche dalla frequenza vertiginosa con cui muove la testa. Tuttavia dopo quest'incontro, che ha pagato caro perchè ha dato il massimo, non è stato più lui. Svuotato psicologicamente fu pronto per essere travolto da Foreman. Angelo Balzano

[@qantutaflor]

grande joe frazier top ten entre los dioses del box Q.E.P.D.

[@StevieDminesapint]

just like watchin Rocky,Obviously where stallone got his inspiration.an amazing fight between two greats from a golden age.RIP smokin Joe.

[@nakamichi680zx]

9:30 is the punch that put Ali down. Thanks Smokin' Joe. R.I.P.

[@ernc1941]

I have watched this fight many times and still Joe’s clobbering of Ali astounds me.Left Hooks to the jaw, some rights too, severe hits to the body... what a battering!

[@az8006]

ДО КОНЦА СМОТРЕЛ? В КОНЦЕ СКАЗАНО И НАПИСАНО КТО ВИНЕР!

[@idIethreat]

I watch this fight like once a year. Frazier is flat out scary. His power obviously, but then his chin, speed, conditioning, and overly agressive fighting style make for quite the terrifying matchup. Ali had no answer for him in this fight. I do credit him for not dying from the knockout however.

[@bk3k]

Frazier has been planting those body blows the whole fight, and here is where you really see what the results of his efforts sprout up.

[@Adalmun]

i'm tired just watching this :D

[@mkl62]

March 12, 1971.

[@LeviJohansen]

@YourMumsADouchebag that's correct in the 10 point system in the 10 point MUST system however, an even round would be 10-10, because somebody MUST get 10 points, unless there is a point deduction. In this system, some judges doesn't take away more points for knockdowns after 7 tough, so after 3 or more knockdowns some still score it 10-7..... those judges are very rare tough.... the 10 point must system is the most widely used today

[@president234]

@JxNeeley Ali had 2 fights before the Fight with Frazier and he was 29 years old that's well within a fighters prime especially for someone as talented as Ali

[@danhantheman]

Joe Frazier is tha little engine that could!!

[@25hus2556j]

both great fighters you dont get heavyweights like these anymore :(

[@danielhkhk7283]

Didn't remember that Ali was so strong in the rounds 12 - 14.

[@hasunited]

WHEN JOE SEEMED TO BE HURT HE WOULD ALSO HOLD TO SAY ILL LET YOU GO THIS TIME BE GOOD AND HE EVEN TOLD LISTON THAT HE WAS HIS DAD

[@GGARBELLI]

The Legends never die, JOE “ smokin’ “ FRAZIER forever. I love you. Riposa in Pace ***Le Leggende non muoiono mai, JOE “ smokin’ “ FRAZIER per sempre. Ti voglio bene. Riposa in Pace *** Las Leyendas no mueren nunca, JOE smokin"' FRAZIER para siempre. Te quiero. Riposa in Pace *** Les Légendes ne meurent jamais, JOE smokin"' FRAZIER pour toujours. Je T’aime. Riposa in Pace

[@12kikidog]

down goes frazier rip man live good ull prbaly see mohamed soon shaking with u.

[@brightandsunny9]

The one I truly respect is Joe Frasier.

[@ak11321]

R.I.P. JOE

[@LeonDelmont]

R.I.P Mister joe!

[@sexton610]

'All I know is, that was one WICKED punch there folks! Did I mention that was a WICKED left hook to the body?'

[@PHELCAN]

@crazyben108 lol, thanks for ruining the ending.

[@rickydfcc77]

Just Watching in 2011, It looked like Ali scored with more punches throughout the fight but Frazier scored the biggest shots in the fight. I was always an Ali fan, but Frazier truly took this one. Ali didn't stagger Frazier or knock him down.

[@AEMoreira81]

RIP Joe Frazier...he passed away earlier tonight.

[@AndrewQuiroz24]

That left hook is so fucking devastating! R.I.P Smokin', Definitely will be missed.

[@ernc1941]

Joe hit Ali with serious body punches in The 13th round. Those must have hurt. In the 15th, I think Ali was unconscious when he hit the canvas and woke up in a daze when he hit the canvas hard.

[@theflawless00]

11-4 rounds for fraizer? That last judge is crazy!!!

[@lukiluic]

great left, R.I.P. Mr. Joe

[@BallHairs1]

2 great fighters no doubt. but in my opinion joe frazier. ali in this fight nexer really squared his feet up with frazier, he knew if he did he would get hurt, another great thing about frazier is HE WOULD ALWAYS KEEP COMING. it means alot when you try to hit a guy with everything you got, and all they do is keep pouring in. FRAZIER HANDS DOWN 2 GREAT BOXERS.

[@rickbed]

A great one is gone...R.I.P. Joe

[@thespiralgoeson]

Okay, a lot of you people need to get your facts straight. Ali never went to prison. He was stripped of his title and banned from fighting yes, but he was never imprisoned.

[@drasticwillb]

@primeboxers right after Ali was announced as the champion he collapsed on the mat. It was all for the better, Frazier was asked would he go out for the 15th if he knew it might kill him, and he said yes. A true professional like that needs to be protected from himself. Eddie Futch did the right thing.

[@CrimsonTide118]

Rest in peace Joe

[@nenad105]

R.I.P .. ur the best boxer in the world for me

[@MasterFatness]

It very much depends on how you score. Punch stats should not decide who wins a fight and who doesn't. Frazier was the clear aggressor during this fight. Landed more power shots, knocked Ali down twice, didn't clinch all the time and generally just got better as the fight went on. Ali won the first 4-5 rounds, no doubt.

[@LeviJohansen]

@YourMumsADouchebag then this is different. back in the day they used to score on a round by round basis.

[@hasunited]

muhammad ali was the most compassionate fighter to ever box next to sugar ray

[@mikeydred11]

Pretty convincing win for Frazier....

[@NThorpyUK]

Frazier dominated this fight!.. Too right!

[@Automatic25]

just how many hooks did Ali take in this fight dang

[@justinbgaga]

How true! These Cassius lovers make me sick.

[@reginaldpeters5142]

Oh well get over it pal Ali is the greatest

[@strictocreed]

Uv got to see Round 8 .. so funny!!!

[@RSR4EVA]

I love the tactic Joe was using against Ali by bein aggressive from Start to Finish. If you saw the fight Ali most of the time was in defensive mode...Most opposing fighters would get tired of Ali's method and would try to take a shot at him openly at some point and thats when Ali took advantage. But in this fight Joe was patient and aggressive and Ali had to change his tactic. So, in the latter parts v saw Ali also bein aggressive but Frazier jus beat him to da punch. Hat off to JOE! R.I.P.

[@LeviJohansen]

@frank47hammer One cannot stage a better left hook, it was perfect! And the most amazing thing about it was that Ali actually got up to finish. I think this was their best fight, the third was of course more brutal, but brutal doesn't allways mean better.

[@messier991102]

@dennbb plus ali had more fights in the recent months than frazier did leading up to this.

[@examinfo]

ALI=Heart How he was not KO`d I can not explain.

[@MasterFatness]

It's too bad that Frazier didn't emphasize on his jab more than he did. He had a good one. Opponents rarely saw it coming, I guess they worried too much about that left hook.

[@brixtonmystery]

His chin is sick. Either that or his will is just unreal.

[@brightandsunny9]

Wasn't his name Cassius? It's like as if I just decided to call myself Caligula instead of Justin, isn't it? Where is the disrespect?

[@ernc1941]

Frazier hit Ali with some wicked body punches.

[@Steve915]

Frazier was definitely the winner of the fight, but the judge that scored it 11-4 was watching something else. Referee Mercante had it about right, 8-6-1. I watched this fight live when it happened and I believed then, as I do now, that what cost Ali this fight was that he simply gave away too many rounds to Joe by laying on the ropes and letting Joe pound away. I also believe that had Ali not been banned from boxing for 3 1/2 years, Joe would NEVER have beaten him.

[@justinbgaga]

No, I am not changing the topic. The topic is what was this guy's real name and real accomplishments, And it was Cassius.

[@gkj1992]

I have it 8-6-1 Frazier, to me he controlled the fight throughout, landed more effective shots (he staggered Ali 3-4 times in the fight), and made Ali miss around half of his punches. I also have to say that Ali did alot of holding, and did most of the cliching. He had his moments in the early rounds, and in round 14, but it wasn't enough to win.

[@jeryd2003]

@messier991102 look at the last 30 seconds of round 15 and tell me what you see. it was joe frazier holding desperately to the ropes so they cant fight anymore. joe quit in round 15. he had the same look going back to his stool in round 14 of the thriller in manila, he had enought and wanted to quit.

[@dennbb]

The ring rust thing is overstated. Ali beat Quarry and Bonavena to get tuned up for Frazier. Both tough top contenders.Ali was a sucker for a hook. If the saved by the bell rule was not in effect Cooper would have a KO win against Ali.

[@Pilky01Alright]

personally i would score that fight 8-6-1 Frazier. It was close, but frazier was aggressive and hit with some big punches.

[@dennbb]

I had it even after 12 was a close fight. Frazier earned it Ali went around for a while trying to convince people he was robbed. I was at this fight rooting for Smokin' Joe. The only black mark on his career is Big george had his number. He was one badass fighter.

[@justinbgaga]

Joe wasn't "ducking" anybody. He lost fair and square to George Foreman (2x) but won all the other fights. Except the 2 he lost to Cassius. 2nd fight on a disputed decision, and 3rd one in Manilla on a TKO, because his eyes (NOT his spirit) were shut.

[@nickmatthew1]

@crazyben108 This was 4 year after ali's prime and with a 3 and a half year lay off lol. Joe was prepared to die in the ring that night, he took a tremendous amount of punishment to come through with the win. He layed up in the hospital for a month under intensive care. Nobody was beating joe that night, his heart wouldn't let him be beaten. Ali didn't even fight like Ali in this fight, he was flat footed throughout the entire bout instead of up on his toes and dancing.

[@LeviJohansen]

@kerkoky no extra points for knock downs in this fight, it was to be scored on a roundsbasis. a knockdown simply makes it close to impossible for the other guy to win that round so it's 9-6 however, I disagree; A: 1, 2, 3, 4, 9, 13, 14 F: 5, 6, 7, 8, 10, 11, 12, 15 IMHO: 8-7 Frazier

[@brightandsunny9]

Me too. It was not just about Cassius Clay. It was also about Joe Frasier, who Cassius demeaned to the worst degree .I can't blame Joe Frasier for beating the hell out of him. Joe won this fight on all the cards.

[@vgr112261]

You mean Muhammad Ali?

[@mootle661]

I actually had it 145 | 144 to Ali. I can understand the champ getting the nod though, I had 5 rounds even.

[@75amoeba]

This was great boxing. Not like the rubbish you see in these unfortunate days.

[@jjs499]

@tylersfs OPEN your eyes, Joe won 4 out of the last 5 rounds, Ali was very lucky to escape the 11th, he was hurt , knees buckled, but Joe was too cautious, Joe was the best of the small heavyweights, no doubt about it, with partial blindness in one eye too.

[@angelo7513]

Più di questo Frazier non poteva dare.Poi subì una miriade di colpi devastanti al volto. Cotto a puntino e non disponendo di abilità tecnica, fu pronto per essere travolto da Foreman. Certo che se Frazier non avesse incontrato Alì penso che il suo incontro con Foreman sarebbe stato diverso. Angelo Balzano

[@MasterFatness]

The knockdown in round 11? Arthur Mercante might have been the best in the business, but I think he missed that left hook landing. If you lose your footing immediately after a punch = knockdown. Should be clear to anyone. As for who dominated... if Ali was in "complete" control, would he really have been knocked down twice and equally wobbled a few times? Frazier, on the other hand, was never clearly wobbled througjout the bout. If he was hurt, he didn't show it. Judges take notice of that too.

[@corvidaeclarkenutcracker3330]

Elvis was in the audience

[@wuzcloopin]

9:32 Ali knows this is not going his way. There's no doubt the 15th round decided this fight. Up until then it could've gone both ways but Ali simply couldn't stop the left hook and he paid for it.

[@captonkickass]

@crazyben108 how was this his prime? A younger Ali would've had the endurance and reflexes to keep on fighting. When Ali wasn't as tired in their first few rounds, he was beating on Frazier pretty badly. Nevertheless, i will give Frazier credit for his dynamite jaw and tenacity, definitely Ali's most worthy opponent.

[@inviziblehunter]

but the main thing is really affected ali is 3 and half years of lay off , i mean the guy was not the same after that at all, he lost most of his speed and reflexes, eventhough he was landing good punched , he was flat footed in this fight and that was not his style