Muhammad Ali - ABC Classic Wide World of Sports (Rare footage)

[@chuckweiny1546]

Ali was such a beautiful person inside and out. He made the world a better place. He made alot of people believe in themselves.

[@treetrout3987]

As a Student of Boxing, as a man, as a philanthropist , as a speaker, as a diplomat for the dignity and worth of others, He was the Greatest. My hero since I was a child in the 60's.

[@robertjordan5653]

I have watched this so many times and each time I take away something new which gives me a higher appreciation of how great Ali was. There will never be another like Ali...

[@DeepH2Ov1]

Ali told Howard "I want to fight Foreman and Frazier in the same night".....................lmao...................only Ali could say something like that. Ali was truly one of a kind. Watching this brings up childhood memories for me. I was 10 when Al fought Frazier the 1st time in Madison Square Garden, my parents went to watch it on closed circuit and I had to stay home and listen to it on the radio(back then fights came on the radio if they were closed circuit). Growing up I only cried after 2 sporting evens, that fight and the "immaculate reception".

[@Peace4TheWorld]

Never watched a longer video than this but it was worth it watching the greatest boxer of all time :Muhammad Ali. MashaAllah

[@zohebkarim2020]

He asked the best questions And Ali gave the best answers. Perfect duo.

[@petergreen5337]

Indeed

[@3ossomok588]

This man back in the 60s and 70s was the most charismatic human in all human history

[@samn3276]

I feel you! Timeless, Classic, Better than there’s ever been! 🫡.

[@joekulik999]

Only Brainwashed SUCKERS like you ever believed that Ali was "charismatic". It was just a prepared script that he was acting from. Ali was a 100% Media Creation, and behind that facade was NOTHING. The fact that a POS like him could get so famous is a true Testament to the Raw Power of Propaganda. If there had never been any TV's, Ali would be completely unknown because he was the first "made for TV" Heavyweight Champ. IMO, Ali was the Worst thing that ever happened to boxing. Boxing became more of a Spectacle than a Sport thanks to him.

[@joycesalmon5871]

I love Muhammad Ali with all of my heart, he is such a incredible human being and he speaks with such confidence, thank god for Muhammed Ali he is truly a humanitarian person.

[@johnosandra]

This is the 3rd or 4th time I have watched this over the years in its entirety. Just put it on before bed for 40min or so. Something very special about the calm, wholesome and transparent relationship the great Ali had with the great Cosell. If there's one lesson to be gleaned by observing their mutually beneficial relationship, it's the value of respect for others.

[@abiodunobayeju5012]

Besides being the GOAT and the most admirable sport man in the 20th & 21st centuries...he’s a full package of humbleness, fairness, fierceness, eloquence, intelligence and above all, strong believer in one and only supreme being, Almighty Allah, in whose he attributed all his achievements. May Almighty Allah grant him highest of Jannah!

[@petergreen5337]

Ameen

[@mohammednasirabagero5668]

Love you brother

[@DaveT383]

This is such a great film. Absolutely wonderful. An excellent portrayal of the on-air relationship between The Greatest, Ali, and Howard Cosell, who had the courage to respect the man when he was entirely denigrated by the rest of the world. Cosell had character and courage. He was unafraid to show respect for a man who had every bit as much character and courage. What a pair, Ali and Cosell! I remember them both and I miss them.

[@robskibulletmovement8998]

Ali is and will also be the greatest of all timesThanks... 3 hours of greatness...the chemistry between them both was real considering the racial division in USA this was refreshing 👍

[@stahmed2968]

Whoever made this is an absolute legend, the way it’s put together is brilliant. Ali the GOAT period

[@qzvrob3842]

ghisccaid

[@Davewise1965]

This is one of the best Muhammad Ali documentaries I have ever seen. The friendship between Muhammad Ali and Howard Cosell is so great to see. I noticed Ali's voice just starting to slow down a bit in 1976. I am glad that this documentary didn't cover the Holmes and Berbick fights. I watched the video on KZbin of the emotional message from Howard Cosell to Muhammad Ali on Ali's 50th Birthday in 1992. I am 50 years old and an Ali fan since the early 1970's. Rest in peace Muhammad Ali the greatest of all time.

[@hawkkingboxing1521]

They were never friends. If you listen to Mr. Ali's later interviews he stated it over and over. There isn't a grown man on the planet that wants to be called a boy over and over. Cosell constantly took shots directly and indirectly at Ali and other fighters. Cosell conspired with the networks to block on Mr. Ali's fights and try to control his income/purses that he received. The networks never replay these "So Called" great interviews for a reason. They don't want to show the blatant contempt that Cosell and others had for Mr. Ali. 💯

[@daleHarrison93]

I AM THE GREATEST OF ALL TIME!

[@joshuastinson5600]

@@hawkkingboxing1521 this is one of the most ridiculous comments I've ever seen. You see the world through colored glasses. They were CLEARLY fond of each other.

[@kennysmith9929]

Joshua Stinson No. Chris was right. I now hate Cosell. His racist use of boy, boy , boy is clearly racist!!!!!!

[@majorpremise]

Cosell was a snob and tried to use his education as a lawyer to intellectually browbeat Ali every opportunity he got. He (Cosell) had nothing but contempt for Muhammad, Muhammad's black consciousness and Muhammad's decision to convert to Islam. He (Cosell) earned his livelihood by championing the prejudices and feeding the insecurities of Middle America. The two realized they were theatrically stuck with one another early on and decided to make the best of the situation. They liked each other like Wile E. Coyote and Road Runner liked each other. Cosell was aware of the role he played and position he filled.

[@bossnian5615]

27:23 this comedic humbleness of Muhammad Ali when he's right.. rest in peace champ of the world truly the greatest sportsman ever

[@lorenzodionlee3988]

I always learn something new about Mr. Muhammad Ali, even when I Re-re-reeee watch his Documentaries, Biography’s, Specials and news clips. I never, ever knew that Mr. Muhammad Ali was associated with Stepin Fetchit. As for Mr. Muhammad Ali,..I LOVE everything about him and his life!

[@JackAcid]

This is what KZbin was made for. Brilliant upload. Thanks!

[@backsweet]

Thats the 1st time i watched anything for 3 hours and 20 min and i'm damn glad i did...OUTSTANDING!!! Thanks for the upload, i mean it!!

[@NadeemHayek]

The guy did everything to be hated but instead he was most loved this gives you an idea about how charismatic and beautiful he was!

[@magicwand6746]

A masterpiece of History here ...a rare treasure that should be preserve for ever

[@haydnhops]

I was 14 years old and listening on radio when Cassius Clay ignited the world. Indeed it's a pleasurable walk down memory lane to see these footage of great fights I had heard on radio featuring names like Muhammad Ali, Floyd Patterson, Sonny Liston, Ingemar Johansson and others. I must admit that I felt Cassius Clay had done himself wrong by calling himself Muhammad Ali,but then again I was young and very stupid if not naïve not to understand why he changed his name. Later on I got to realise how imperative and absolutely commendable was this switch to Islam. Thank you ABC for these splendid interviews with Howard Cosell and Muhammad Ali--the man who changed boxing forever.

[@jimmyc1518]

Your first instincts as a kid were correct. He did indeed do himself wrong by going from Cassius clay who helped free slaves to Muhammad a 7th century self proclaimed prophet who owned over 40 slaves including black slaves. Joining the nation of Islam which main purpose was converting African Americans to Islam was a huge mistake to say the least. shoebat.org/2017/02/04/the-forces-of-the-antichrist-are-revealing-themselves-they-will-be-uniting-under-the-mahdi-in-the-future-for-a-full-out-war-to-annihilate-all-christians/

[@asportingview9712]

This is definitive, at times jaw dropping great. Ali fans will agree. He is the GOAT. (That goes for Cosell, too.)

[@glaucoma888]

Mr. Ali was remarkable in so many ways. I admire him more than virtually every public figure of the 20 and 21st century.

[@PeteAxeShields]

Perhaps the best 3 hours and 20 minutes viewing on KZbin. Thanks for the upload.

[@bykerdawg]

Amazing. Just downright the best straight 3 hours I have spent on youtube. What a wonderful watch. Enjoyed every damn second of it. I have watched literally everything on Ali on youtube, and I have to say I walk away from my laptop with a slightly different perspective on Ali than the one I had three hours ago. I have never seen Ali humbler than now. He really was a different person around people he loved and respected. Ali really is the greatest. I wish I was there to witness him in his prime.

[@truehelper5590]

There will never be another honest to goodness media soul like Howard nor a pair in professional boxing like he and Ali. Rest in piece you two. We will miss you and see you again one day in heaven my/our friends.

[@cagolan]

What a class act this man was. Sold himself before the fights, and always reckognized his opponent's talent after. The world needs more boxers and people like this.

[@aaronhoward75]

One of the best things I've ever seen. Brings tears to my eyes. . .to see Ali's decline, but to also see what he meant to boxing and the world. To also see a friendship forged over many years is great. Also, seeing Frazier, who was wounded by Ali's barbs shows how enigmatic Ali was. He was likeable, but also obnoxious and hurtful. This documentary is about the exigencies of life, and the demons (pride, fame) that chase us all, and eventually cause our demise.

[@DougieFresh13]

This brings me so much joy and relaxation... I watch it again and again and again and again and again and again. thanks

[@Mr.ketchupp]

That man was indeed the greatest alive. And his records continue to speak for him.

[@jays9869]

What a character, an incredible personality.

[@hamacus]

Transfixed for 3 hours watching this! Awesome documetary! Thank you so much.

[@designsbyspirit5994]

Muhammad Ali transcended boxing, his spirit was as God given as his talent in the ring. So sad to hear of his passing, but he's now floating like a butterfly among the angels. God love you Muhammad, there will never be another like you.

[@abrahambytton6695]

Peaceful Spirit 9 Zvonareva

[@piotrwolski6650]

@James Bustard what Hood is that

[@coreythompsonTheOneandOnly]

Man, this material is gold. American essential gold

[@ianstyles9759]

Muhammed Ali is my childhood hero , I am 51 years old he was on everyone's wall in that classic pose . 😃

[@daleHarrison93]

watched this several times and i wasn't even born till long after he retired, R.I.P the greatest

[@josephmurdock357]

Wow. Found the Gypsy King watching the GOAT Wide World. How's it going Tyson!

[@koolhandduke4087]

The world has lost a true legend. The pride you instilled in me and many young black men growing up has remained with me til this day. For me and millions you were truly the People's Champ. "THE GREATEST". THANK YOU!! Many of us will always remember you floating like a butterfly and stinging like a bee. You will be missed and always loved.

[@koolhandduke4087]

ElPocho DelMundo --Your comment is well received.

[@glencadieux886]

GOOD FOR YOU, MAN - ME TOO !!! ;-D LOL - "I'M TOO PRETTY" !!!

[@koolhandduke4087]

Quo Tanzient--I don't think you know what the hell you're talking about. Point to examples (Specific fights) that would classify him as a dirty fighter. It's not enough to say "in this one fight he fouled so and so". The floor is yours, prove your statement by examples that we can all see.

[@zemzem8323]

Quo Tanzient - sorry but you are completely talking out your ass! Muhammad Ali was one of the only boxers who actually let his opponents take open shots at him or at his famous dope a rope. He put on a great show and he had tremendous speed.

[@ajnishahmorina1370]

3aKoolHandDuke

[@mosheholmes7765]

probably the most informative documentary on the career of Ali I have ever seen, with never really a dull moment within

[@michabosnjakstrackvanschij2224]

Thanks for this insite of Mohammed Ali, I can feel the excellent ⚡ between the two. Loved every moment of the documentary. Show the Frazier fight copyright bs. My dad woke me up in the middle of the night to watch Ali good memories.

[@deeniology101]

Easily the most impactful athlete to ever walked the earth. Society could really benefit in a big way if he were alive today.

[@Starski-ye2ps]

No chance, rocky balboa was!

[@KD400_]

Humanity could benefit from him

[@dancardella3081]

Just like the Beatles ...there will never be another Mohammad Ali ..ever

[@TheUntubed]

Ali turned me on to the sport of boxing as a young teenager. I loved him, he was exciting, funny, beautiful, smart, and made this sport so cool. When his later fights didnt go so well, it broke my heart. He is indeed the greatest fighter in the world. LOVE him.

[@alejandroagua5813]

God will not create another Ali until the next 2 centuries

[@anthonyreidy8230]

@@alejandroagua5813 100% maybe not for the next 10 centuries or maybe never again

[@AllDimensionalFilms]

Muhammad Ali has one of the greatest stories of a life of all time. He is a modern day legend.

[@popularculture2890]

so much admiration from everyone for that man. So loved. So deserving of that love.

[@xzing7]

Muhammad Ali the greatest rapper of all time🎤🎧🎶🎼💰📯💽💸📀📡

[@kingdrip7969]

thank you

[@jamessmythe1891]

Yup, he started it all with his juvenile poetry.

[@johnosandra]

I have been studying Muhammad all my life; trying to make sense of what he was about and who he was. I think George Foreman summed him up best: he was beautiful - just a beautiful human being.

[@johnbryan1149]

Cornball!

[@marshallpatterson2008]

George Forman genuinely loved Muhammed Ali mostly after they were both retired. George in an interview talking about thier fight George said He had Ali against the ropes pummeling Him with every thing He had, Forman said Ali whispered in His ear "Is that all You got George"?; George said that He remembered thinking," yeah , that's about it.."Lol after Fraizer, Forman, Norton, and Ali were participating in a reunion so to speak, a TV show George and Norton had to step in and keep Joe Fraizer from attacking Ali cause He still had ill feelings towards Ali, but Ali was in the early stages of the Parkinson's disease that eventually was His demise they had to restrain Joe..

[@lilgreeneyesp637]

I saw the angel in him...as a lil girl . my hero ,, never will earth be blessed with another.. . 😢.. the world.. ain't same without him

[@simonmaina7043]

Simply captivating. The closing moved me to tears.

[@klewdguru8636]

We don't need u, this man is a legend, who touched millions of people around the world!

[@_RizkyGumilar_]

Muhammad Ali is simply unrepeatable! G.O.A.T

[@WitMemo]

This is gold! And there's more than 3 hours of it! Thank you!!

[@zaheersarang6466]

Ali was asked still is a symbol of greatness. A true loss to the world when he passed. Long live the King of boxing and humanity.

[@bilvis48]

Ali was on the verge of tears at 59:10..after talking about be hit harder than he's ever been...and he's not gonna trash talk anymore...you can see it in his face and hear it in his voice...a great display of humility!

[@ceritapulliam696]

What on earth are you talking about?

[@TagmakersCoUk]

Two great men of integrity. Did they need each other? No - but the rest of us needed them.

[@frozendivots1564]

Best video on KZbin. The best boxer and most transcendent person of that century. The current generation needs another person like him.

[@zemzem8323]

The moral of the story; no matter how great one may be, we all age and eventually fade; then we die and become part of history. The saddest moments of Muhammad Ali are moments I would like to omit from my memory as it is too painful. I love watching a young Muhammad Ali and know that in my heart he will always remain forever young. We miss you CHAMP! ❤️❤️❤️

[@ceritapulliam696]

You may feel that way but, Muhammad Ali didn't.

[@zwaks.mthimkhulu]

I have never watched a KZbin video more than an hour. I enjoyed this so much. Thank you for uploading it.

[@torrebrannon8180]

I created a life mastery curriculum for young Black males. The Muhammad Ali story is a huge piece of our teachings, he will always be the Greatest!

[@jimmyc1518]

You should also teach them the untold story. shoebat.org/2017/02/04/the-forces-of-the-antichrist-are-revealing-themselves-they-will-be-uniting-under-the-mahdi-in-the-future-for-a-full-out-war-to-annihilate-all-christians/

[@lapaixamoureuse07]

Thanks a lot for that effort! I loved it!! Muhammad Ali is a great inspiration icon for many people!!

[@keyboarddancers7751]

Best Ali doc I've seen.

[@MoziburGazi]

Muhammad Ali was a fighter who worried about his opponents that’s makes him the greatest

[@TheDaveJefferson]

3 hours and 20 minutes of pure greatness.

[@aymanking1691]

@@marcella6969 how is it cowardice you idiot? 3 hours and 20 minutes of pure bravery!

[@Lonnie_Johnson]

@Pete S Nah Marco is probably 1 of Wepner's and Perez's buttmates lmao

[@hamidmahdaoui458]

@@marcella6969 cowardice !!! You don't have to say that man...

[@irony_dbd_gamingjr385]

Marco A. Marcella p PP

[@changagorham181]

You can say that again...Other than a few Cosell cringe moments calling a man a 'boy'...

[@dnowinsky]

What a terrific athlete its a shame that there aren't more contenders these days that held the tenacity that Ali did. The greatest will always be the relentless.

[@havdaironman]

Ali has and always will be the greatest, I wonder if people know that Ali would have had Parkingsons' wether or not he ever threw a punch. He did extraordinary things with the time he was given.

[@yeboah-kuwabaratony3182]

it's unmistakably understandable why Ali is the greatest unquestionable boxing champ.of all time .I think he is the most loved sportsman of all time too.

[@jordanspen7662]

I really wish he hadnt got sick , what a commentary he would have been , been icon and 3 time champ, RIP Champ

[@larrybagnera3625]

It has bin many years . When I was 13 watching Ali he was the highest form of athletic Greatness I can express the love I have for this man in the ring and mostly out of the ring I pray that someday I could me on of his children .

[@y2kye]

Over 3 hours later and I wished it wouldn't end. What a unique and wonderful pair these 2 made, something that will never be reproduced in today's lousy media/boxing atmosphere. Though I wasn't even born at the time, I long for myself to witness something like this to happen live, though I know it never will. The Greatest of All Time. Cosell was great as well. Man, I wish I was around when these 2 were at it...

[@byronelenica8329]

This is the best film of Ali I have seen. This is great watching and listening to the greatest, tongue in cheek, complaining.

[@TheCodedtestament]

The greatest boxer the world has ever seen, or is ever likely to see; and an intelligent, determined, outspoken, courageous and witty personality. He made the world take notice, at a time when the voice of a black person wasn't generally listened to, or whose opinions deemed important, through the sheer force of his personality.

[@workz780]

Gerard Garcia well said!

[@zubairahmed5181]

Great documentary by Howard for the champ for the all time. May God give him the best place of heaven and rest and peace his soul...

[@MrDannyr2000]

fantastic documentary, great insight into two great professionals and the respect that they showed for each other

[@oneilsalazaar9332]

Muhammad Ali.... Eloquent and well spoken EDUCATED & a master of his craft. YOU ARE SORELY MISSED. A mans man & credit to original people around the world

[@yusufu9]

Ali bringing lettuce and carrots to Floyd's training camp is a riot. Floyd's was a class act all the way, but Ali was the supreme showman. Ali's verbal jabbing with Howard is always entertaining. What a great era of classic boxing.

[@sweetscienceboxing1986]

wow, its 2024 and we still love him and miss him

[@53Humes]

Ali is so smart it is amazing. He had to explain to Howard that he didn't want to kill the man, but didn't want to say that he carried him, but Ali finally admitted it. Ali is INCREDIBLE!

[@reelTruth112]

thank Heaven for Ali...often immitated, NEVER duplicated...THE CHAMP!!!

[@ibhof2]

I agree. I watched the whole video myself, the whole 3 hours and I loved every minute of it.

[@dfwboxingisback9173]

Thanks for this. I grew up watching most of these interviews live so this is bringing back some tremendous memories of my childhood.

[@SUUNisK0]

Such a smart athlete, so inspiring and amazing to watch. I heard him say that, while reviewing his match with Patterson, the man didn't have to keep fighting and that he didn't owe the people anything. I can't help to think about that same logic and wonder why Ali kept fighting past his own prime that possibly led to his severe condition. But still, Thank you Ali for making fantastic fighting history and inspiring memories!

[@barblessable]

From what I've read Ali was a very generous man and all the hangers on took advantage to the max, Ali was a great boxer and a great man not a great accountant.

[@ronaldpigford4497]

Muhammed Ali had his religious duty to the Almighty Allahwatuallah Almighty Allah ( God ).

[@ronaldpigford4497]

Muhammad Ali prayed to the Almighty Allah ( God ) five times or more a day. and he fasted in the month of ramadan.and he paid zakat payment on a consistent basis .

[@pghudd]

Way before my time but dam he transcends the decades true legend most of his hardest fights were outside the ring A legend 🙌 the greatest 🙌 RIP ALI

[@brudda5174]

I just watched this back to back!

[@kennorton1478]

What an overwhelming personality, no surprise that no one heard about his son Muhammad Ali Jr. he couldn't flourish on the shadow of such a God-like father

[@powerplay074]

Ali basicly abandon his son for a new hoe

[@ah2552]

Funny, all of his kids speak glowing of Ali. None of them have much to say about their brother besides him battling mental issues.

[@big-l5771]

Wow Ali n Cosell meet again up in the big blue room upstairs. Much respect for Cosell for sticking by Ali thru everything

[@tonym994]

OUTSTANDING. I saw most of these interviews and fights. yeah, I'm old. but really, I didn't know this was here. thanx, ibhof2!

[@haisaid]

Thank you for the upload. I was genuinely welling up at the end for the final interview, seeing his speech slowed so much. And yet he still fought and won! RIP Ali - The Greatest Of All Time

[@GodInTheMachine]

this shouldve won something. it is an amazing retrospective. thank u 4 posting, really.

[@illyadd]

one of the best full clip interviews ive seen on youtube..thank you very much .truly truly truly enjoyed..the two greatiest..

[@mmafan3]

It's really interesting how dynamic the chemistry between Howard and Ali was.

[@Tcantrell12]

Muhammad Ali was, is, and always will bethe greatest

[@wesbrown3567]

No rocky marciano will always be the greatest

[@shakekush2246]

It was worth watching this documentary. And for all those who watch it to the end shows great LOVE we have for this MAN. MOHAMMED WAS TRULY THE GREATEST.

[@ihopetowin]

Very much appreciated documentary, thank you.

[@safiaasad2640]

A true legend my childhood hero No man was before him n no man will come after him a beautiful human being one in a million may your soul rest in peace...Ameen

[@MultiMm2009]

Such a handsome man. RIP Ali, you're the greatest. Boxing is never the same without you.

[@DaveT383]

He really was the greatest. And he and Cosell were great together.

[@teachone2261]

MultiMm2009 in them we HATED big mouth Ali and wanted him to lose ! Now we love him seeing it was just an act

[@priestking5719]

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[@aksyn47]

RIP The Greatest, RIP Cosell

[@jennywilliams1840]

@@DaveT383 m0mm00m0mm00mmomm Mmm0

[@acerothstein4755]

Howard Cosell did a great job as a sportscaster. He actually befriended a lot of athletes in a way. I think he and Ali were great friends in private.

[@rogerleemeyzindi2979]

A LEGEND HAS PASSED.THE GREATEST BOXER OF ALL TIMES. REST IN PEACE CHAMPION.

[@IrishTechnicalThinker]

My childhood was consumed by Muhammad Ali.

[@MikeGervasi]

This was one of the best things I've watched on KZbin. Sad to see him get mentally slower as it goes on. But he was amazing to watch.

[@462904]

I can say I've watched many vids like this through the years but this is most defiantly the best I've seen really enjoyed it thanks a lot 👍

[@ajnelson8440]

I Enjoyed every Second of this ... Thank you Thank you Thank you for the Upload !!!

[@totalsportsdaily1052]

Classic. It had to be awesome following Ali throughout his career. The greatest !