These two have contrasting styles. One's strength is the other's weakness: 1. Potting - earl 2. Safety - efren 3. Break - earl 4. Kicking - efren They even have contrasting attitudes (humility and arrogance). Yet they are the best ever to play the game!

So happy, I've been following "The Magician" since 1972. He is the greatest!

both efren and earl in their prime...!that 17 game comeback was nuts, his break was amazing. the highest-level pool playing that ive ever watched.

@jo_jyarde5360

Жыл бұрын

Not to mention his cool composure! Just awesome

@isaiahward5762

9 ай бұрын

Yea that 17 game comeback is the best ever

Bata Reyes, your humbleness is your simplest as a gentleman. I like you "MAN" you are a great world pool billard player.

Efren is the best player I’ve ever seen... people will be discussing his game long after he’s gone. We are all blessed to be alive at the same time to see such a master.

@KarlozPosada

2 жыл бұрын

Let them say ... "I LIVED IN THE TIMES STRICKLAND THE LOSER. I LIVED IN THE TIMES OF BUSTAMANTE A GREAT POOL WARRIOR. I LIVED IN THE TIMES OF BATA REYES THE BEST POOL PLAYER OF THEM ALL"

@robertodelossantos7437

2 жыл бұрын

Uh

@josefjusufssob4351

Жыл бұрын

@@KarlozPosada no you are a loser. You are literally no1, grown adult nobody asss loser fanboying on youtube saying how bad every1 are and how good your idol is. Strickland is The better 9 ball player than Reyes. Probably has a better h2h aswell. Stop being so toxic.

@katiemcdavid4124

Жыл бұрын

The greatest---me too.

@katiemcdavid4124

Жыл бұрын

I hope he lives forever and his talent with him.

1:05:52 - That tiny look Efren gave Earl after Earl had interrupted his run by commenting about what he thought Efren was going to do (which Earl got wrong) is the only time I saw Efren give any hint of annoyance =) and you'd need to nearly be reading micro-expressions to catch it. Efren is a king among pool players.

I remember watching this with my dad on cable tv but live broadcast on our local sports channel. As a kid I was so frustrated that Strickland was way ahead. But during the last day of the duel, Efren came back and won it like it was a 3-1 lead (Warriors). Thanks for uploading this. So many memories!

@TrebNeoSanJuan

Жыл бұрын

1h😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😢😊😢

just found efren reyas watched this twice in one night couldnt believe the skills he produced love his cue ball control and the pure shots very exciting no wonder they call him the magician

efren is a true class act. love him

It was worth watching Efren’s video over and over again, quite educational to learn his tactics! He was really cool!… humble, descent player, hardly seen him being mad with his opponent. It was nice to play all his videos!😢😊❤🎦

2019! who's still watching this epic battle. It just blows my mind how everyone has given Earl the win due to the great lead he has on Efren and how much more needed to win. gotta remember Earl is one of the best player ever, but this meek, unassuming Filipino just erases that advantage and wins it ... speechless!! What a Wizard---GOAT!!! Efren "Bata" Reyes.

@sharavalencia9815

4 жыл бұрын

my first time to watch. efren is really the greatest

@sharavalencia9815

4 жыл бұрын

my first time to watch. efren is really the greatest.

@RubenSepulveda13

4 жыл бұрын

I’ve matched so many times I know the shots lol.

@eleamorbarrera6786

3 жыл бұрын

@@RubenSepulveda13 The result of the match is overwhelming.Congratulations to the players who have shown their stamina to withstand the pressures. Special congratulations to Efren Reyes whom I considered the best Pool player of all times for showing spectacular skills, knowledge od the game and for showing a great CHARACTER ,expected from a great player. He's really great. His humility and sportmanship is something to be emulated by pluers like Strickland.Him(Strickland being chattywhile playing and throwing insult to Reyes is something to be looked up by the people In Charge of the game. Plaurrs should not be allowed to exhibit such demeaning behavior. He should be admonished amd reprimanded or banned fron the game.he has not shown any self respect during the game. I am a Filipino and I for one would not like our fellow Filipino to be humiliated especially in other country whe He has shown respect andkindness to other people. To Efren Reyes,keep up the good traits you have shown and Congratulations for your winning in the game God bless you.

@RodolfoJrLeano

2 жыл бұрын

Here I am... 2021

In every 100 years a monster of each sport appears and in this case one of them is the teacher Efren Reyes. I GREATLY GREET YOUR TALENT AND HUMILITY.

@joaobatistafontanele5143

3 жыл бұрын

w

@raulvaldebenito2257

2 жыл бұрын

@@joaobatistafontanele5143 a

Guest:"Waiter, can i have abit more salt on my fries?" Waiter:"Sorry but all the Salt is on Mr.Stricklands table."

@wombra8314

5 жыл бұрын

Bruce Doyle 😯😂😂😂👍

@xooonepieceoox1917

4 жыл бұрын

Lol

@moeb257

4 жыл бұрын

I literally hurt my side laughing at this 🤣😂🤣😂

@johnlayne2769

4 жыл бұрын

Glenn Vicencio 0

@godjhaka7376

4 жыл бұрын

LOOOOL greatest comment

I am really amazed at how our dear legend endured the pressure of catching up 17 point lead by Ear Strickland!!! My sympathy was all with him that I pity him while watching him struggle to score. In his face, there was a chunk of hopelessness but in his heart, there was great faith and determination to fight till the end, win or lose, he would surely accept the result humbly and graciously. That is our very own champion Efren Reyes!!!!! He made us all proud to be Filipinos!!!!! God bless him more!!!!!

@ugaugauga488

Жыл бұрын

The GOAT.

Efren ran 115 balls without a definitive error here and 169 balls with only 1 definitive error. This is unprecedented. The next best run in this match is earls 65 ball run (video 1) without a definitive error (also a great run). Throughout this match earl averaged 3.7 errors per 50 balls pocketed. Efren definitely hit a new level of play at the end of this match!

@user-tv5nt1io1n

2 жыл бұрын

ឍឋខដ

Efren is really something, I have been watching him since I was a kid. I rented and learned pool in the billiard hall. Efren is such an inspiration.

2 of the best. Earl had this match. But it looks like he crashed the last 15 games or so. He was gassed. Playing pool takes so much concentation. Reyes stamina is the best in the world. He doesn't quit or rattle. Especially on money games. Bravo!

@joerangel7947

2 жыл бұрын

FCC vga

@jazzmanchgo

2 жыл бұрын

Strickland choked, pure and simple. He was a roaring lion when he was ahead, but he melted down when Efren began to make his move. Efren, meanwhile, had kept his head and his composure when Strickland was on a roll, never doubting that he still had it in him to come back and win. The difference between the weak backbone of a loser, and the heart of a champion.

@djamo1969

2 жыл бұрын

@@jazzmanchgo Efren just took this one. Earl didn’t choke. Geez, the guy was 10-0 in US Open and World 9 Ball Open finals. He’s not a choker or loser; Efren’s just the best ever.

@djamo1969

2 жыл бұрын

@@jazzmanchgo He lost his composure after he jumped the cue ball off the table when he had a chance to take the lead at 117-117, though. I’ll give you that.

@donnaharris1095

Жыл бұрын

I like both but earl hothead effin is more laid back why he better efrin controls his emotions

What an incredible match!!! What an honor it would have been to be in that audience. Thanks so much for posting!

@abdelkadersafirmedjahed7544

4 жыл бұрын

Brad Stephan what an incredible Efren !!!

@bill8by5

3 жыл бұрын

Brad, it would have embarrassed me. I would have wanted to slap Earl for his behavior - like a 2 year old having a tantrum.

@bill8by5

3 жыл бұрын

@@abdelkadersafirmedjahed7544 that's why they call him the Magician. Best player I've ever seen.

@peterdags2996

2 жыл бұрын

@@abdelkadersafirmedjahed7544 pollefrenfeyedbz

Philippines has two legend in the name of sport manny pacquiao and efren bata reyes. People around the globe respect them for being humble and sportsmanship and don’t forget the smile for being shy and kindhearted.

@bisdakpinoy3428

5 жыл бұрын

Anil Tsai Because both Manny Pacquiao and Efren Reyes values the history of the Philippines

@MM-qf2vk

5 жыл бұрын

At pool, u have an other extraordinary great player; Francisco Bustamante alias Django ! Be proud to have two player like that 😀

@hexprime5478

5 жыл бұрын

Manny isn’t humble at all lol

@uchihaobito9503

5 жыл бұрын

Hex Prime lol what??

@greyknitchz5812

5 жыл бұрын

Anil Tsai tapos?

Que humildad la de efren , el mejor jugador de la historia del billar pool.

@aubreydebliquy8051

2 жыл бұрын

What a gentleman he is. A good sport.

@gabrielvidalez9301

Жыл бұрын

Quien gano. Y como quedaron

At the 2:11:58 mark, when Efren was trying to point out to the ref how he hit the 5 into the rail and Earl stuck his finger in, Efren gave him that death look.

@user-fh3ef4kc5l

Жыл бұрын

Exactly. That's what sore losers do 'cause they got no balls!

Graceless would describe Earl. Humble would describe Efren. What a match.

I can still remember watching this on tv when I was young. And Efren coming back to win the match is just phenomenal. Both guys are legendary ofc!

@martitinkovich4489

Жыл бұрын

what year was this?

@rogeliocamba6416

Жыл бұрын

Perfect mind control ,of the Magician!! EFREN BATA!!

@nickyusi5557

Жыл бұрын

@@martitinkovich4489 I think this was in 1997

An epic match for the ages! Earl's behaviour actually adds the flavour to this once-in-a-lifetime match mind you. It's like watching a movie wherein the villain was winning then the hero comes back alive and victorious at the end. Some would probably say we can see the hand of GOD behind this match. We have here also the highest quality of 9-ball pool despite the pressure-laden 3 racks before the final rack that was full of unforced errors. This should be the greatest 9-ball match if not the greatest pool match of all time. Kudos to both!

@katiemcdavid4124

Жыл бұрын

How dare you : "everyone gave him up for Iost". IAM never going to him up for loss. Stop with the over generalist BS.

@JoeyGarcia-kn8gh

5 ай бұрын

Earl got in his own head about that camera guy moving or something. He was his own worst enemy

The greatest pool match...two great players, this is by far better the movie “color of money” there is a very classy player here. Must watch!

Efren is such a humble man. I'm certain that he would have gone and congratulated Strickland if he had won.

@georgeribar1668

4 жыл бұрын

That's for sure, Earl just gets that attitude he is one of the best shot makers but shouldn't let them little mistakes get to him and come back stronger he has lost sponsors and fans alike to be professional you need to act like one. Congratulations to both players.

@malcolmywb4970

4 жыл бұрын

Common Strickland .... you win some you lose some....don’t be such a sore loser....what an attitude as a world professional player

@davidwijayawijaya1462

2 жыл бұрын

@@georgeribar1668 lĺķjķ

@fajarredyanto6642

2 жыл бұрын

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@gopalakrishnaparamaguru3548

2 жыл бұрын

@@georgeribar1668 h

First time watching it in 2022. Efren is a true LEGEND in pool sport. 😊👌🏻💚🇵🇭 A pride of the Filipino people.

Efren Reyes is such a good person I don't think people realize how good of guy he is

Considering the marathon number of games played, Strickland's abhorrent behavior and so many incredibly difficult shots that Reyes converted; it was a true clinic by Reyes in sportsmanship and his billiard mastery. Reyes put on a near inhuman performance to win this match. I was riveted the whole time.

@scarlett8782

9 ай бұрын

I agree. you know a man isn't exactly a gentleman when he chooses to have a go at a cameraman, or a member of the staff. those people are on the job and can't defend themselves. the fact that the commentators were well aware of strickland's propensity to lash out is also telling... if you can't handle the heat, stay clear of the kitchen. I'll never understand men who can't keep their heads. my great-grandma cared for all 12 of her children under one roof every day for more than a decade without losing her cool, and some grown men can't even play a friendly game or two without smarting off to someone. honestly...

@oldbloke135

5 ай бұрын

@@scarlett8782 I'm pretty sure Earl doesn't WANT to be like that! You do realize it cost him the match? It certainly wasn't ever going to put off Efren, who has been winning money games since he was nine years old. When Earl's head went completely near the end, he would have lost to Tom Cruise! Keeping the cue ball on the table is a pretty basic requirement.

@chelsearamadaniputri2795

4 ай бұрын

,什メ√​@@scarlett8782づ😂❤

Very exciting game. I've never seen a victory like this 17 deficit could still managed to win. Efren is absolutely incredible!

@adcniko2

2 жыл бұрын

yes, efren was so behind 17 points away from Earl and still won this match, how that happened? how he lost it?

@patrick7119

2 жыл бұрын

Thanx 4 spoiling the vid……

@dondoraemon6090

2 жыл бұрын

@@patrick7119 this comment should teach us not to read the comments before finishing a video. 😅

@patrick7119

2 жыл бұрын

@@dondoraemon6090 absolutely true! But unfortunately the comment was the top of the list and had the spoiler in the first few words…..

@Gs1905Eren

Жыл бұрын

What year was this game played?

Reyes was unquestionably the best in his time. But it was real close when Bustamante took his turn at the table. Two of the greatest. Tough to choose.

@ugaugauga488

Жыл бұрын

They've all had games and sometimes one wins and other times the other wins, but what you have to consider is all the factors, and most of the world, me included, finds that Reyes is the GOAT.

@jonreyaragon

Жыл бұрын

9

@jimmyjambon9206

2 ай бұрын

@@ugaugauga488 Yes. Easy to choose. It's not even close really.

2023 and who is still watching?

@denisdesker8285

6 ай бұрын

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

@katiemcdavid4124

6 ай бұрын

​@@denisdesker8285❤

@katiemcdavid4124

6 ай бұрын

​@@denisdesker8285🎉😂🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤

@lskshmariemostolesdhksks9719

6 ай бұрын

still watching from hongkong ❤❤😊

@ZallyDistor-lq1nn

6 ай бұрын

Me in Kuwait always watching Efren Reyes pool games until now. All previous game Denver 1988 until now mabuhay ka Efren Bata Reyes

Efren is a true character , he battled all the way through Earls attempts to disrupt his performance on the table . Earl is a legendary player without doubt , but his manners are less than legendary . The best man won . What a match this was , thank you to the uploader , many many thanks , this was a real pleasure to watch .

@paulsolum9740

5 жыл бұрын

Tim Robinson is

@alanibbs3995

4 жыл бұрын

Music

We need to thank them both for gifting these super shows of great pool playing.

Easily one of the best matches I have ever seen, incredible.

Sooooo glad Efren won ! He's the king of pool and he's a class act and a great role model !

@bettynonatura9848

3 жыл бұрын

.M B

@patrick7119

2 жыл бұрын

Thanx 4 spoiling the vid……

@emeraldpascual6427

2 жыл бұрын

@@bettynonatura9848 VT.

@merlerodgers4375

2 жыл бұрын

Hell of a match...

Efren a true champion on and off the table. The most humble man in this field.

@amaurirafaeloviedo9420

Жыл бұрын

Muy fuerte efren reyes en su momento

The commentator was excellent, great predictions and full of experience and wisdom, he knows the smallest details, even knows the body language.

The Living Legend 'Efren bata Reyes' The Magician.... His now 66 and still playing pool...

Efren B. Reyes is the best player of all times, he also had a lot of ups and down prior to being the best, he was given a monicker name the magician.

This match was a classic example of Tortoise vs. Hare. Earl was zooming through his racks earlier, which gassed him out. Efren just kept a steady pace, and he was definitely the stronger player down the stretch. Efren knew this was a marathon, not a sprint.

@skillfinder5964

4 жыл бұрын

@Truth Reigns Forever ive walked into a bar at 8am and shot til they closed. Its exhausting after that long. Thats why the pros practice for 8 plus a day cuz they play that long competetively all the time

@jet688

2 жыл бұрын

Cheetah story…

So good to see a humble champion. Greatest player ever.

@davebooth7808

2 жыл бұрын

Strickland looks like a real Sad Sack because he knows Efren is a much better & cool player who doesn’t let his opponent get to him!

@ugaugauga488

Жыл бұрын

@@davebooth7808 Well, I think he's sad because it's embarrassing, plus he lost $100k. He actually could've won the match. He's an amazing player. His skills are shocking. But his temperament is a problem, just like Efren's break is a weakness. BTW, I don't think this was Efren's best level. He's played better other times. It took him a while to settle back into his best level, at the end after the 3 days of play.

Love Efran , such class and maturity. Little boy Earl is a disgrace

Efren and Earl, they both have the same enemy: Earl Strickland

@musigratitude3124

3 жыл бұрын

what do you mean?

@johnsicat5537

3 жыл бұрын

1 I have

@vishybreh

3 жыл бұрын

musi gratitude Like the saying goes right, “your biggest enemy is yourself”. Earl loses confidence and his shot making shows it. Proceeds to rage instead of being calm and collected

@ceylonin7289

3 жыл бұрын

@@vishybreh Exactly. I´ve never seen Efren falling out with the audience or the referee

@Idontpicksides

Жыл бұрын

Earl sure is amazing,that is if he's the pearl 😅

27:00 poor cue ball control and efren made amzing shot damn

The best match I've ever seen in my life. The "legend"

@sabejreid2072

4 жыл бұрын

AGREE

This 3hour video is the best narration of the GREATNESS of EFREN BATA REYES!

Efren Reyes, what a wonderful personality, smiles even if the going gets tough. You, Efren, deserve all the accolades you have earned in a very long sporting career. I do not remember one 'unsporting' gesture ever from the Philippine model sportsperson. To the contrary, not for the first time, Earl Strickland has shown an unnecessary ill tempered attitude - when Efren stepped up to shake hands Earl barely acknowledged the gesture, a terrible sour face during the well balanced speech at the end. You, Earl should be ashamed of yourself and rather stay away from the green felted table. You may have talent, but your sporting comportment, not just in Hong Kong some 5 years ago, but other occasions as well, leave to be desired.

@b13_imadeerisetiadi23

2 жыл бұрын

Rsr

@tylerlazo1822

2 жыл бұрын

jh6

What a legend!!!! His skills and humility! Truly special!

@koenruysseveldt3848

5 жыл бұрын

A REAL champion.

@marianoguerrero1161

2 жыл бұрын

P

@katiemcdavid4124

Жыл бұрын

It's more than skills....Don't you see the angel on Reyes shoulder??? God loves him dearly and so do I. I know he helps his people and so should you.

Epic. The quality of play by both players was often off the charts and into genius territory. The heart shown by Efren in his legendary comeback speaks for itself. The classless moves on the part of Strickland speak for themselves as well. Efren said, "I was lucky". Self effacing, modest, with class. Strickland sharked him one time, tried to claim a foul another time, whined, bitched, pissed, moaned and ultimately gave up. It's a shame Earl is plagued by his inner demons. His game is glorious to watch, but watching him, the person, is no fun at all. In fact, it's downright ugly. I think this match sealed the deal on who was the greatest player in the world at the time of the match.

@glasman9

5 жыл бұрын

Screw Earl, he's a big baby, sore loser without any class.

@koenruysseveldt3848

5 жыл бұрын

Yeah,it is a real shame that he behaves like that,he could be a great ambassador for the sport but unfortunetaly he is not ambassador material. So sad. Feel for him aswell.

@shawnsmith2540

4 жыл бұрын

@MarkThisWayAfter The look was more Telling... Wasn't genuine.

@seyumaiayami3536

2 жыл бұрын

@@glasman9 reeeeeeeeeeee

@minecraftdiamondgamer9953

2 жыл бұрын

P

I've watched this 5 times. Never gets old.

Thank you so much for posting this. Absolutely amazing match. Long but worth it. Special thanks of course to Mr. Moore and Ridgeway. Truly classy gentlemen, perfect for the sport. Efren is absolutely the GOAT. That 17-game rebound and then victory is what movies are made of. He's also a super likeable human being, so humble and calm. Efren went on to do the same thing to Sigel and then Morris, winning huge paydays. And each time it was clearly meant to be a test to determine who was the best of the best in the world. Congrats to Earl too. Despite his difficult personality his skill is truly out of this world. His struggles seem to be with his inner self and for that we wish him all the best. He has nothing to feel bad about in this epic and truly historic contest.

@gloriagacoscosim1876

4 ай бұрын

😅😊😊 2:14:48

@backieu

3 ай бұрын

Probably it's just me, but I think Earl is a sore looser😀

Efren says he's lucky and he's right ... lucky to be born Efren Reyes. Legend!

So impress which am not in fund of this game ,but now I like to watch because of Efren Reyes strategy in the pool game. I really enjoy it.

@roblucena3876

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, Our Efren is no longer playing that good because of his age..

@okeydokey2337

2 жыл бұрын

@@roblucena3876 He's still playing pretty damn good for a 67 year old man.

1:04:23 that is just so wrong from Earl. Walking to the table like that when it’s not his turn, disrupting Efren like that

@MrBrad777c

2 жыл бұрын

Earl is just a poor overall sport. At the end he basically refused to shake hands with Efren having to track him down and he looks away as he half shakes. I've seen other matches where hes tried to bully or jinx Efren and even cracked his stick down on the table yelling how lucky Efren is. Sad because hes right there with Efren in talent.

How time flies.I watched this on TV in the mid 90s.Efren was not yet considered the GOAT of pool at that time.Such memories.

efren reyes is the greatest pool player ever!

@InsidePOOLmag

7 жыл бұрын

This! ^^^^

@choward874

4 жыл бұрын

He was till svb came along.

@deerazec

4 жыл бұрын

@@choward874 nope strickland is better than svb.

@choward874

4 жыл бұрын

@@deerazec Strickland never beats Shane Van boening when they play.

@frankyeager2298

4 жыл бұрын

Where dose Johnny Archer fit in to this best ever line up ??

Efren is my all-time fave, but man, I’d love to have Earl’s power draw stroke. I’ve never seen a better, more consistent one!

Earl didnt even get up to congratulate Mr Efren....Mr Efren walk to him. Wow wonerful man . Keep shiny champ. Shows wat a good human being u r

@eduardoco4794

2 жыл бұрын

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@lilliosaherman2346

2 жыл бұрын

One of a kind indeed

@BigSteve.n615

2 жыл бұрын

I have met both and Efren is an extremely nice guy, Earl is a prick!

@ismaeldelahoz9665

2 жыл бұрын

@@eduardoco4794 8

@ismaeldelahoz9665

2 жыл бұрын

@@eduardoco4794 . . M. M . . . . ... M .m . . M M

Definitely match of the century. If Earl could keep his cool he would have won. Efren is always so calm and humble.

strickland is a bad loser..... unsportsmanlike conduct, especially after the match was over..... not only reyes won the match, he won everybody's heart as well

@Fk67Lg

4 жыл бұрын

Agree there. More people applauded when Efren made a shot in the hole, more than the number of people who applauded Earl for the same thing. But after Earl's increasing fits of bad tasteless conduct, fewer and fewer clapped for him and there was a lot of silence as well. Near the end of the game you could tell the whole room was on Efren's side. I feel so sad that Earl behaved and shouted as he did. It was embarrassing.

@meliciabernardo8132

3 жыл бұрын

♥️

@daniellapidez938

3 жыл бұрын

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@rudyalvarda3324

2 жыл бұрын

@@daniellapidez938 by

@nenitanapone4162

2 жыл бұрын

Efren is very humble man

Wow, those two were SO evenly matched. Two amazing players worthy of best in the world at their time.

Was nice to see Earl Strickland so magnanimous in defeat

@robertburkhardt3506

20 күн бұрын

this guy is a nut case. like one flew over the cooco's nest. he played well but could not accept losing. even after he knew he was defeated. it was all about him. this earl dude could star in an episode of the twighlight zone. do do doo do doo do

Efren came back from a 17 game deficit and won it, is this true? Holy shit.... simply the greatest.

@melchororido5522

2 жыл бұрын

Efren bata Reyes is amazing guy and very respectable players of all time .

@isaiasnicolasagustin7744

5 ай бұрын

yeah strickland 104 and efren 87... its a 33 to 13 run by efren in the last 46 racks. GOAT

Efren knew that Earl might crack and would beat himself if it was close. Their skills are very close but one is emotionally strong and one isn't. No need to comment further on Earl's behavior. It was a classic match and I just enjoyed watching the highest caliber of pool. The better player won and I believe Efren is the best I've ever seen and I go back to Mosconi. No one has ever had such a combo of shot-making ability, ball control, touch and mental toughness.

@joshuahaynes7413

7 жыл бұрын

Dave Marain i agree. reyes isnt much better than earl but mentally he def is. earl is a better power player

@loretomps4038

7 жыл бұрын

Joshua Haynes record shows who is better.

@doritocat2333

6 жыл бұрын

gma news 24 oras

@erindav1

6 жыл бұрын

So true Dave. Even though Earl is the worst with his antics you can't take his skill and shot making ability from him...they are both so great under pressure. Efren handles the pressure better I think and that is edge that he had.

@ralfagcaoili3005

6 жыл бұрын

Dave Marain yup

Efren is so humble. He just said he was lucky. Just like that. Unlike his opponent who did not even shake Efren's hand. Oh, well.

@JacobOh93

7 жыл бұрын

Earl when loses always say his opponent is lousy. Efren likes to make fun of it. See the efren busta vs rodney earl. same thing :D

@wisdomkalama9604

4 жыл бұрын

D

@harrymundy5393

3 жыл бұрын

They will spilt money later

@davebooth7808

2 жыл бұрын

Very poor sportsmanship from Strickland after that match! All he has done to himself is turning people away from his childish behaviour! Having a long face didn’t do him any favours other than turning the viewing public away from him!

@kaylaschroeder1

2 жыл бұрын

@@harrymundy5393 lol, um, no... absolutely not.

That was incredible. The amount of balls Efren made without a single mistake was unbelievable. I guess that's why he's regarded as the goat. Crazy

@Gs1905Eren

Жыл бұрын

What year was this game played?

@roseselle3189

Жыл бұрын

NFY

@dioncena1992

Ай бұрын

@@Gs1905Eren 1996

Efren is a humble giant and a magical personality!!! The world needs more champions with such lofty stature!!!

@jesca2295

Жыл бұрын

And the world needs a villain for the match to make it more etnertaining. Thanks strickland for the match. I was entertained...

good vs evil.. and the winner will always be the good side . proud to be a FILIPINO

2:50:04 that lady be like, "thanks for making me rich again" 😂

This is the first time i finished watching 3hr video in 2021 hehe...long live Mr Efren...👏😎

2:41:48. Well said. I’m so impressed with the professionalism of the commentating throughly this tournament.

What a match! For the ages. I wonder how much money he kept for himself at that time. I would imagine his handlers took a substantial cut. But Efren is a humble and generous guy. Most of his winnings were shared with family and friends. I think in one interview, he mentioned this fact and how impoverished thier family was growing up. Legend.

@zayneandreibumaat2860

2 жыл бұрын

set by deerV ex

@leticiachiok8057

2 жыл бұрын

Truly a great pool player...a true legend! One of the greatest--his skills, not 'magic' and his humility at its best. A remarkable man, so professional and always with a smile whether he wins or lose.

@packohub1145

2 жыл бұрын

His networth approximately 1.2m$ cash and assets

@poolfool31021

Жыл бұрын

Efren is a philanthropist as well as genius pool player. He helps many filipino fan very generously. He doesn't have backers or "handlers" he plays with his own money

@paulbrown1585

Жыл бұрын

@@poolfool31021 Now, but not back then. He had no money to "play" with.

Un campeón un maestro un verdadero profesional en juegos de billar? Quedé anonadado espectacular jugador sin igual.

Never count Efrene out, If you only 35 games lead ahead of him, I'm so proud to see Efrene smile after the last 9 ball drop in the hole, Well done my Idol

I love how Efren always tries to take the balls out of the pockets when he finishes a game. You can tell he’s not used to having people clear the pockets.

@walidkhan616

3 жыл бұрын

Maybe at the start of his career he wasn't used to it but it just shows how humble he is even after winning many tournaments he always shows sportsmanship.

@TOPpicksWorldwide0428

3 жыл бұрын

That's what all pool players in the Philippines does.

@remraf6298

3 жыл бұрын

@@TOPpicksWorldwide0428 xxgdi

@ai8989889

2 жыл бұрын

because he dont like to be served

@OhAncientOne

2 жыл бұрын

He won, he's happy, and he is HOT. He loves it so much he can't wait to get the next game started. After all he's right there, it's faster if he helps. Can't risk losing the hotness !

So happy for humble Efren Reyes to win. Glad the better billiards player won. Earl Strickland's lack of professionalism, tantrums and poor sportsmanship was an embarrassment.

@zoegregory2590

4 жыл бұрын

Kelvi Kelv preach

@Sam-iz3jl

4 жыл бұрын

Kelvi Kelv in fact it’s the worst I’ve ever seen, is typical !

@skillfinder5964

4 жыл бұрын

Have you seen the reyes vs sigel ipt king of the hill match? Sigel looked like the guy that came up to you at the bar and said he was good but is trash

@kelvikelv5322

4 жыл бұрын

Yup@@skillfinder5964. Sigel still wasn't as bad as Earl in his younger days.

@charitodecena4055

2 жыл бұрын

B0ldmoviejapanes

My two best billiards player ever! Remembered watching these two when l was still in my elementary days. Epppppppppiiiiiiiiiicccccccc!

1:35:54 the way he know were the cue ball is going after a 2 rail kick shot is mindblowing

@seyumaiayami3536

2 жыл бұрын

Not really....you play league or tournaments?

@lo0ksik

2 жыл бұрын

@@seyumaiayami3536 i bet only a few pros can make this kinda shot

efren still playing till now at 30th sea games but not 8 9 balls he accept the challenge to play carom billiard he don't take the gold but he got the bronze at 65 yrs old.. such a legend

That thin cut on the 7 around the 2:45:00 mark, then going 3 rails to end up perfect on the 8 was just a fantastic shot.

"Both of these amazing players held their heads high" *10 seconds later, pans to Strickland with his head straight down* lmao right.

@wombra8314

5 жыл бұрын

Brian P Kuhn 😂😂😂

@seanmyoutubeyoutube6250

4 жыл бұрын

Brian P Kuhn fpj. In. Action

@Fk67Lg

4 жыл бұрын

Strickland scares me. He seems to be capable of getting into a fight easily and hurting somebody.

@right8630

3 жыл бұрын

Fk67Lg really? It’s so funny to hear u say that I’ve never heard of him hurting anyone.

@owhennlachica795

3 жыл бұрын

u l

I love this, every time I have a bad game, I watched this video, very inspiring, I met and played The Magician,, what a humble champion,,,,#EfrenBataReyes!

@ugaugauga488

Жыл бұрын

That's quite an honor. Congratulations. Most in the world consider him to be the GOAT, me included.

Earl is one of the best, just doesn't know how to hide his emotions when he lose, that's why he is very competetive. Efren is the Goat who does great shots under pressure especially when big money is involved. Respect for both players.

@JohnDoe-gk8oy

3 жыл бұрын

I agree earl is one of my favorite player he never hide his frustration. Hes real he accepted that hes a villian against Efren Kinda sad but that what i see.

It is so satisfying to see someone so polite, humble and self-effacing as Reyes beat the pants off an ignorant jerk like Earl Strickland. Earl didn't even have the courtesy, respect and dignity to look Efren in the eye after he lost. Earl was 17 games ahead, and when he lost that lead, he started behaving like the petulant little brat that he is. Good on you, Efren!

@heginschristianstrong7707

6 жыл бұрын

Bruce DeLoatch winning by 3 games in a race to 120 is not 'beating the pants off' somebody.

@RDYOUTUBE54

5 жыл бұрын

Hegins christianstrong it is when you are 17 games down. That's means he won this segment by 20 games. And if they kept playing Efren would have destroyed him because Earl crybaby Strickland can only play when he is in the lead.

@johnstorton

5 жыл бұрын

@@RDKZread54 I've seen him come back from behind and win at least a few times.

@itzsosweet

3 жыл бұрын

Jim

@simon-di7xt

3 жыл бұрын

Earl: You're pretty lucky *"If you don't make the ball how can you win"* -Efren Reyes

I hesitated to watch this because I was afraid Strickland might win. I'm not sure if the best pool shoot won, but I know the best man won.

Bata Reyes is one of the few, when it comes to the shoot pool billard table. He has a good gift, his "TALENT" shoot pool. That's a good gift.

I may be the only one in the world, but I feel sorry for Strickland -- a man with his talent! -- and he has to run into a humble little guy named Reyes who just happens to be FLAT OUT THE GREATEST BILLIARDIST in HISTORY ! That's a tough act to follow.

You gotta Efren Reyes. He's humble, never talks trash or gets out of line professionally. And he's a great pool player. One of the true greats.

Commentator RE: Strickland (2:42:02): "This man has some problems." Hard to believe this is the same man who put on such a gallant demonstration of sportsmanship and class when he conceded to Efren at the conclusion of the famous "Z-shot" match in the 1995 Sands Regency Open. What happened to this guy?

@ralphwiggum240

Жыл бұрын

true, that image of Earl holding up Efren's hand at the end of the 1995 Sands Regency 9ball open (like the referee in the end of a boxing match) will be forever in my mind

"Earl Strickland, yes you can play, congratulations" followed by the emptiest eyes i've ever seen

@gomezfelisianorechard2097

3 жыл бұрын

Kind ⁰}

@josebroce4767

2 жыл бұрын

Felicitaciones para los dos eran los mejores que dios los bendiga

@TheDQ13

2 жыл бұрын

Saw this comment when I started watching... got to the end and flashed back to it - absolutely died laughing.

So quick to judge Earl the Pearl... Best there ever was best there will ever be. He's different than the average man and that's a reason he is so great. Love watching you play Earl. Absolute fire and tenacity at the pool table. Love watching Efren too, a shame Earl is so misunderstood.

he is the greatest and the most humble player ever！

When I used to play several hours a day basically living out of the 'Hard Times' pool hall in Long Beach, I'd play for money pretty much 80% of the time there. I figured out there are many ways to win, lots of it is mental. For example, there are people I know who are capable of multiple 9 ball rack runs, but are also these super quick shooters. They are practically running around the table to get at the next shot, because they are so so excited. Well, my capability is I can run a 9 ball rack about half the time, but my shots are usually spot on, it's always that damn position (haha, story of every pool players life right?). With that said, when I've been eagle eyeing the players around me, one of them was this super excited guy who loved to run around the table. Well, we did a race to 7, I was down 0-4, the dude ran out on me over and over again on a winner breaks format. On game 5 I caught a break as we were playing the no push rule, he forgot that and hit the ball and didn't hit anything giving me ball in hand. Yay? So I deliberately took my shots slowly, I ran half the rack, then screwed up a simple rail shot. Wellllllll HERE COMES PETER COTTONTAIL racing around the table. He made 2 balls, then missed the 8. Leaving me the 8-9 run out (oh boy 2 balls, hey its a win). Now it's 1-4, I break, I run almost half the rack (taking my time) and I crap my pants thinking he's gonna run out on me. He got up, missed. I shot, ran out. It continued like this until it was 6-5 and I got lucky and got the 9 ball on break. I think what happened was, I was outgunned seriously the guy was really above my caliber. However, my pacing messed with his fast nature and that I think cut his game 50%. The moral of this is you don't have to be as good as the other guy, but if you can mentally mess with them without trash talk you'll be surprised. haha. Earl is one of those faster paced shooters, and if you watch his games you'll see people pick up on his jack rabbit style and slow it down. Efren did that and picked him apart for the win. WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

@tagalogmidnightstories1877

7 жыл бұрын

100% true

@iseetrolledpeople

5 жыл бұрын

Earl would bite Peter Ebdons bald head if they were to play.

Earl is so humble and steady as a rock and has an incredible talent that you hardly ever see, except in Efren, who's much humbler and steady as the whole earth, as well.

@Jeff82556

Жыл бұрын

Have you lost your mind??? Earl is the world's biggest sore loser of all time! That piece of crap couldn't shake hands with Efren at the end. He couldn't even crack a smile after being congratulated. He has NO CLASS at all, not even a little bit. Now he can go home and stomp his feet, have all the temper-tantrums he wishes. Good riddance!

1:04:00 ya se notaba el desespero de la perla y su arrogancia, Efrén ya domina el juego además de su sencillez sin duda el mejor de todos los tiempos

The guy at the end was really nervous reading ... Efrain over there smokin that cigarette like a boss 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

efren is the greatest pool player

@lethalchaos19

8 жыл бұрын

+moon shooters AMEN TO THAT!!!! unbeatable only Diango Bustamante can beat him and his a filipino too lmao!!!!

@DRAG0NSIN7

8 жыл бұрын

+James Rock shane can beat him lol and plenty of taipei players do as well

@HERAMANIGO

8 жыл бұрын

+TheeOneUp maybe now but during his prime I dont think so.

@johnlawrencevaldez3941

7 жыл бұрын

+TheeOneUp.... . Efren is a YONKO

@bossramses5324

7 жыл бұрын

TheeOneUp name a player who hasn't lost to someone else. *logic failure*

This feels like last 3 minutes of the 1998 NBA Finals Game 7. Clutch after clutch yet you need to gather every bit of energy to persevere and win it all. The GOAT Reyes.

Proud Filipino here! Efren is still playing today in the 2019 SEA Games!

@chaeyoungie740

4 жыл бұрын

pero sa carom sya naglaro sad lang mukang ayaw na lumabas ng magic nya HAHAHA tumatanda narin kasi eh:((