The MOST EXPLOSIVE Brawl of All Time Explained - Fight Breakdown

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One year after he had been dethroned at the Rumble In The Jungle, Foreman was still reeling from his infamous loss to Muhammad Ali. So Foreman arranged a comeback fight with Ron Lyle, hoping to prove to the world that he was still the unstoppable goliath he had once been. But Lyle was no easy opponent.
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  • @TheModernMartialArtist
    @TheModernMartialArtist2 жыл бұрын

    Aggressive Defense: www.modernmartialartist.com/dowloads/head-movement-blocks-counters/ Footwork Wins Fights: www.modernmartialartist.com/downloads/footwork-wins-fights/ Principles of Power: www.modernmartialartist.com/downloads/power-of-the-pros/ Mortal Weapons the Fight Comic: www.amazon.com/Mortal-Weapons-David-Christian-ebook/dp/B07T4X4W1K/

  • @billybob9961

    @billybob9961

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey David, I’m sorry you are going through a really tough time right now. Of course I have no idea what it is but from my own experience and I have been through hell and back the key is never give up and never give in. Honestly my story is very inspiring I am a person that was mentally physically abused grew up in the ghetto didn’t learn how to read and write until I was 30. I was starved and I never gave up, financially I am set for the rest of my life, in the process I lost some of the most important people in my life The grief was overwhelming but I took it one day at a time sometimes one hour at a time and things got better. Never give up

  • @charlieprince8671

    @charlieprince8671

    2 жыл бұрын

    Don't know what you're going through but know that what you do means so much to so many. My grandmother just died and I've been binging your vids cause fight sports help to take my mind off of whatever is going on in my life. Thank you for everything you do man.

  • @Andy-fr6nj

    @Andy-fr6nj

    2 жыл бұрын

    I hope you get through your "crisis". Stay close to God.

  • @NA-hs1td

    @NA-hs1td

    2 жыл бұрын

    Peace Be upon You Bro, Keep Going.

  • @GlobalistHero

    @GlobalistHero

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hang in there friend!

  • @-sensibleChris
    @-sensibleChris2 жыл бұрын

    The fact that Fireman has lived a long and healthy life after all these punches is incredible.

  • @lethalratchet165

    @lethalratchet165

    Жыл бұрын

    Mm yes, Fireman, one of the best heavyweight boxers of all time

  • @beans3158

    @beans3158

    Жыл бұрын

    fireman is a great heavyweight

  • @inquebravel1570

    @inquebravel1570

    Жыл бұрын

    Best Heavyweight of All Times, "Small" George Fireman.

  • @wvfireworks

    @wvfireworks

    Жыл бұрын

    Fireman Sam

  • @curlyfryactual

    @curlyfryactual

    Жыл бұрын

    Probably all the praying

  • @ajuicejemas
    @ajuicejemas2 жыл бұрын

    I'm so sorry to hear you're going through some tough times. for wherever it's worth, your channel has brought me so much joy over the years, and even got me back into practicing martial arts again after stepping away from them for a decade. really hope that things end up going better for you soon

  • @sabershenanigans

    @sabershenanigans

    2 жыл бұрын

    Seconded!

  • @charleszimring1905

    @charleszimring1905

    2 жыл бұрын

    I third this

  • @davidconradlinus7078

    @davidconradlinus7078

    2 жыл бұрын

    We should help the MMA Channel

  • @danilpankov8114

    @danilpankov8114

    2 жыл бұрын

    Why sorry? Hard times build us. It's an opportunity to grow and inevitable part of life.

  • @kraig7777

    @kraig7777

    2 жыл бұрын

    Word.

  • @am2382
    @am23822 жыл бұрын

    Foreman for sure had the biggest comeback story in combat sport's history.

  • @AriasThirdOfHisName

    @AriasThirdOfHisName

    2 жыл бұрын

    Uhh... I'm pretty sure that honour goes to Beyonce.

  • @eatthisvr6

    @eatthisvr6

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@AriasThirdOfHisName who?

  • @AriasThirdOfHisName

    @AriasThirdOfHisName

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@eatthisvr6 no idea who they are. Just heard Kanye West say something like that one time. 😋

  • @OSRS_KQs

    @OSRS_KQs

    2 жыл бұрын

    Might wanna look into Tyson Fury comeback. Pretty sure he took the title for comeback stories.

  • @eatthisvr6

    @eatthisvr6

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@OSRS_KQs he was out for 2 or 3 years. Foreman was gone for over 10 and won his title back 20 years after losing it in his mid 40s!!!! I like fury but sorry that doesn't compare

  • @CheapCharlieChronicles
    @CheapCharlieChronicles2 жыл бұрын

    The shoulders and back muscles on Lyle was immense.

  • @paysonfox88

    @paysonfox88

    2 жыл бұрын

    Every man meets their match eventually. Lyle had never been hit that hard that often. Ernie shavers was more of a one shot artist, George Foreman was piling on several of that Force all in a row.

  • @justinmacarrhur1924

    @justinmacarrhur1924

    2 жыл бұрын

    *were

  • @vergil1155

    @vergil1155

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@paysonfox88 you're right. Also shavers didn't move his head too much. Foreman never needed to because he was huge.

  • @watchmanonthewall14

    @watchmanonthewall14

    2 жыл бұрын

    At the time, I heard that Lyle did 1,000 pushups per day while in prison. That will built some muscle.

  • @susanboylefanable

    @susanboylefanable

    2 жыл бұрын

    both men took--& gave--intense beatings. wow.

  • @hongkongcantonese501
    @hongkongcantonese5012 жыл бұрын

    This is one of the most brutal and inspiring victories of George Foreman's career. Lyle was an absolute monster, but Foreman persevered.

  • @coreyham3753

    @coreyham3753

    2 жыл бұрын

    Great fight and excellent analysis by MMA.

  • @hb120877

    @hb120877

    Жыл бұрын

    Foreman was thinking about that loss to Muhammad Ali.....!

  • @Alibeysuleimanoglu

    @Alibeysuleimanoglu

    Жыл бұрын

    @@hb120877 Ali beat them both.

  • @lexithebullterrier3813

    @lexithebullterrier3813

    10 ай бұрын

    The fact that George Forman made a comeback years later and win the heavyweight title at 50 years old just goes to show that really was the golden era of boxing , the amount of talented fighters makes today’s heavyweights look non existent......I remember the brawl he had against Holyfield it was brutal

  • @tonyb9735

    @tonyb9735

    7 ай бұрын

    "Lyle was an absolute monster" Yes he was, but Foreman was even monsterer.

  • @hsojandrei
    @hsojandrei2 жыл бұрын

    I'm not even a martial artist, just a fan of the sport. I want to tell you that your channel made me fall in love with the history of boxing. Reading the stories of these warriors and watching your videos truly inspired me to work more towards my goals. Thank you! I hope you are ok and if you intend to keep this channel going I'll be here waiting for the new videos to come.

  • @GeorgioArmoni

    @GeorgioArmoni

    2 жыл бұрын

    you should start boxing

  • @motobenbh4722

    @motobenbh4722

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah GDI - you said it!

  • @jayedwards1205

    @jayedwards1205

    2 жыл бұрын

    You need to look elsewhere ...this guy has some very strange takes

  • @hsojandrei

    @hsojandrei

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jayedwards1205 I'm very aware that when I step into unknown territory like this sport I'm an easy target to be manipulated in different directions. I watch this channel because I get a lot of inspiration and that's a thing that I like a lot about it. During the breakdowns, for what it's worth, I just used my common sense and he seemed to make sense. If you have any suggestions for other channels, please tell me I might check them.

  • @hsojandrei

    @hsojandrei

    2 жыл бұрын

    ​@Nicholas Williams Thanks! Just watched a video and I like his style.

  • @GamerGrade
    @GamerGrade2 жыл бұрын

    "For anyone who's going through a crisis right now, seeing Foreman's will to keep fighting, inspired me to keep fighting, no matter how tough it gets" - here is the golden life lesson

  • @timephire
    @timephire2 жыл бұрын

    I love that Foreman looks so "Bored", the man's out there fighting killers and stays stone faced!

  • @charleyburley1603

    @charleyburley1603

    2 жыл бұрын

    I'd say Foreman seemed unsurprised at seeing his opponent lying unconscious. Joe Louis was similarly impassive after scoring knockouts.

  • @rickyv7757

    @rickyv7757

    2 жыл бұрын

    He was Liston's sparring partner and Forman idolized him. So being in the ring with a monster like Liston prepares you mentally.

  • @georgeworthmore

    @georgeworthmore

    2 жыл бұрын

    zen

  • @SuperMurray2009
    @SuperMurray20092 жыл бұрын

    Lyle vs Foreman is one of the explosive fights Ive ever seen

  • @jmarra07

    @jmarra07

    2 жыл бұрын

    I like that description better than 'bruatl'

  • @TheModernMartialArtist

    @TheModernMartialArtist

    2 жыл бұрын

    I might give that a try in an hour or so then. Really miss the days when I could just put the name of the fight and then "explained" and KZread would actually show it to my subs lmao. Now I'm babysitting the algorithm for hours after release.

  • @jmarra07

    @jmarra07

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@TheModernMartialArtist Stupid algorithm. Killed my father

  • @Alex-cw3rz
    @Alex-cw3rz2 жыл бұрын

    It's fascinating never heard of Lyle before but he is a brilliant boxer, when you said he started in prison you imagine him to just be angry and wild swings, but his ring IQ and his huge amount of offensive and defensive tools he had at his disposal shows how good he was.

  • @horny4violence

    @horny4violence

    2 жыл бұрын

    Go watch Rich The Fight Historian's documentary on him, inspiring stuff

  • @jayedwards1205

    @jayedwards1205

    2 жыл бұрын

    Look up JIMMY YOUNG ... he beat Lyle twice and famously whipped Foreman’s butt.

  • @nikolailic431

    @nikolailic431

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jayedwards1205 Jimmy Young was defence master like Ali. Almost unbeliveable to hit him clearly in the face.

  • @jessejordache1869

    @jessejordache1869

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@nikolailic431 When I think of defense master I think of like, Jack Johnson. Ali was a finesse master.

  • @breakmylegs7294

    @breakmylegs7294

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@nikolailic431 he faded very quick though, He would of got a huge payday against Holmes but he got beat by Ossie Ocasio, Young should of got the decision over Norton, and was never the same after

  • @williamlale6065
    @williamlale60652 жыл бұрын

    David, we support you with whatever it is your going through, if you need to say anything or take a break we are behind you 110%.

  • @serenityinside1

    @serenityinside1

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hear hear 👍

  • @josephearth999

    @josephearth999

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@serenityinside1 Yep good luck mate

  • @thebeggarsdice6020
    @thebeggarsdice60202 жыл бұрын

    I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a rough patch Mr. David. Hope it all works out for you, I've been a fan of your videos for 3 years now and they just keep getting better.

  • @Narration___Nation

    @Narration___Nation

    2 жыл бұрын

    How do u know tho

  • @sengwesetogile6054

    @sengwesetogile6054

    2 жыл бұрын

    What happened?

  • @tcfbrp8807
    @tcfbrp88072 жыл бұрын

    BIG GEORGE!! Foreman vs Lyle is probably the most brutal fight I've ever seen. Been waiting for this video!

  • @jayedwards1205

    @jayedwards1205

    2 жыл бұрын

    Not even close... watch many of Frazier’s fights - against Machen, Quarry, Ellis etc ...Frazier had great skills and methodically pummeled people into oblivion

  • @mariodanielreyesmartinez6995

    @mariodanielreyesmartinez6995

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jayedwards1205 yeah But this fight was brutal

  • @dondajulah4168

    @dondajulah4168

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jayedwards1205 sorry, but you cannot compare the sheer power of a Foreman punch to a punch from Frazier. Add to that Foreman only seemed annoyed when receiving a savage barrage but never took a step back

  • @jayedwards1205

    @jayedwards1205

    2 жыл бұрын

    Haven’t watched many fights , eh ? Frazier was a vastly more skilled fighter than Foreman boxer...Gil Clancey who trained Foreman talked about how Foreman threw arm punches and pushed his punches, he didn’t throw punches with leverage and a tremendous snap at the end, like Frazier ...Chuvalo fought both and stated getting hit by Foreman was like getting hit by a Mack truck going 30 mph, by Frazier, like a Chevrolet going 100 mph . Frazier crushed Chuvalo’s orbital socket with a left hook ...look at Ali’s face after the first fight, huge swelling on the right side of his face ...

  • @dondajulah4168

    @dondajulah4168

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@jayedwards1205 “didn’t throw punches with leverage”. You’re a funny guy. Hilarious. You obviously know nothing about physics and how a lever functions. And you don’t need a “snap” if you have accelerated motion which would allow you to put a dent in a suit of armor. Frazier delivered power from his feet through his core. George did not need to do that. He pulled his elbows behind his body and squared his stance because he did not fear being hit. You are completely clueless if you think Frazier could deliver a punch with anywhere close to the impact force that Foreman could.

  • @hi0u91e9
    @hi0u91e92 жыл бұрын

    Howard Cossell famously described it as a fight “utterly without boxing skill”. Glad to see someone correct the record somewhat.

  • @thewandering01

    @thewandering01

    2 жыл бұрын

    A lot of people, even people who should know better, don't always see the skill that goes into it even when you have a puncher or brawler in the ring. They're used equating boxing skill with sweet looking finesse, with movement and textbook punches. But even in most brawls there is skill, even is it's not as aesthetically pleasing.

  • @crazykocounters4741

    @crazykocounters4741

    2 жыл бұрын

    Cosell is not wrong, there wasn't much skill in this fight. Every fight can be broken down, even fights which seems pretty low in skill.

  • @Desh681

    @Desh681

    2 жыл бұрын

    "I told you we'd have a slugfest, and that's what we got!"

  • @Teddy-se8qb

    @Teddy-se8qb

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@crazykocounters4741 you're out your damn mind if you dont think this was a class display of boxing skill by foreman.

  • @Teddy-se8qb

    @Teddy-se8qb

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@thewandering01 the irony of all this. is foreman displayed great finesse and a soft touch. from the first second, he was moving like a bull fighter. who the hell dodge body shots like that and dances off to the side these days? you rarely see that at the elite levels of the lighter weight classes in modern boxing. one things for sure. the athletes might have gotten bigger and better but the technique isnt in the same class. the older fighters were more skilled at what they did.

  • @sallgoodman2323
    @sallgoodman23232 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your hard work, and dedication to the sport. Been a fan of your videos for awhile now. Keep it up and hope all is well.

  • @serenityinside1

    @serenityinside1

    2 жыл бұрын

    All isn’t well if you’d listened at the end .

  • @sallgoodman2323

    @sallgoodman2323

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@serenityinside1 I heard, and I hope all goes well....to clear up misunderstanding. If his other fans are as prickly as yourself, I'd rather unsubscribe. Peace.

  • @sallgoodman2323

    @sallgoodman2323

    2 жыл бұрын

    @MixUp 90 Cheers!

  • @cygnusprime6728
    @cygnusprime67282 жыл бұрын

    A superb breakdown of a brutal brawl. Foreman is so inspiring with the courage he showed.

  • @ddc2957

    @ddc2957

    4 ай бұрын

    Pure, unmitigated heart at the close of round 4 & throughout much of the 5th from Foreman. Amazing guts. I’m so disappointed they didn’t find room for this bout in the recent Foreman movie. Purely as a fight it is easily the most exciting match of Foreman’s career.

  • @cygnusprime6728

    @cygnusprime6728

    4 ай бұрын

    @@ddc2957 yeah it was a tragedy it wasn't in the movie, but maybe they wouldn't be able to do it justice. Also a shame Liston didn't have more screen time.

  • @craigetherington705
    @craigetherington7052 жыл бұрын

    Hope you’re ok with whatever you’re going through. Thank you for your work and have been inspired by some of the stories of these fighters.

  • @spencerantoniomarlen-starr3069
    @spencerantoniomarlen-starr30692 жыл бұрын

    The full arch of George Foreman's boxing career (including both phase 1 and phase 2) is one of the greatest feel good redemption stories in all of sports

  • @AndyFromBeaverton

    @AndyFromBeaverton

    6 ай бұрын

    Lyle, hold my gloves... At the age of 54, also decided on a brief comeback. After scoring four quick knockouts over second-rate opponents, Lyle tried to get a rematch with Foreman. The match was never made, however, and Lyle retired from boxing.

  • @dexocube
    @dexocube2 жыл бұрын

    Whatever Foreman lacked, it wasn't heart. You don't lack heart either. I hope you overcome your adversity bro.

  • @lukewilson9769
    @lukewilson97692 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for all these amazing breakdowns dude,and I hope whatever your going through works out, the community is here if you ever need us ❤️

  • @Fathervinyard
    @Fathervinyard2 жыл бұрын

    i have big george in the top 5 of all time heavyweights ever and nobody can convince me otherwise

  • @Uuyrijies1123

    @Uuyrijies1123

    2 жыл бұрын

    Prime george body with old george brains.

  • @michaelterrell5061

    @michaelterrell5061

    2 жыл бұрын

    I mean the fact that Ali could beat that man is insane.

  • @SuperMurray2009

    @SuperMurray2009

    2 жыл бұрын

    Its logical to put George Foreman top ten considering his resume.

  • @jegr3398

    @jegr3398

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah he's definitely in top 5

  • @Fathervinyard

    @Fathervinyard

    2 жыл бұрын

    his first career and his second is unmatched big george is a legend

  • @jonsantos6056
    @jonsantos60562 жыл бұрын

    Ron Lyle is one of the most underrated fighters. Also, Lyle vs Foreman is one of the best slugfests in the Heavyweight division of all time.

  • @husain4718
    @husain47182 жыл бұрын

    1:56 So you're telling me he took one of the cleanest shots shavers threw then got up and KO'd him

  • @MrJazzyPants
    @MrJazzyPants2 жыл бұрын

    So Foreman might have the greatest story as a boxer. It's like his career was written for a movie .

  • @jayedwards1205

    @jayedwards1205

    2 жыл бұрын

    Foreman relied on the old adage , there’s a sucker born every minute ...and he became very wealthy with the pose of a kindly old Grandpa fighting journeymen boxers ...George is very good at marketing

  • @Boggsy.
    @Boggsy.2 жыл бұрын

    Amazing narration as always. As you stated, a great one to inspire “getting back up”. And best of luck getting through it, whatever it may be. Hang in there, man.

  • @LovenArtiste
    @LovenArtiste2 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this. George is my favourite. I hope things get better for you soon!

  • @clos6613
    @clos66132 жыл бұрын

    It's a shame that we never got to see a rematch between Foreman and Ali. Those accusations made by Foreman in that fight seemed ridiculous at first to me but I now think that it might have some merit. We'll never know I guess. But at least Foreman was able to make a remarkable comeback. And in his 40s which is even more remarkable.

  • @scottcooksey5284

    @scottcooksey5284

    Жыл бұрын

    I never understood why people would not believe what George said about the Ali fight. It was obvious the ropes were so loose that George couldn't reach Alis head, and he had a 80 in. reach. Obvious a quick count with George looking at his corner, Ali not in neutral corner. Several other things to point out,,, but if people believed that Liston put something in Alis eyes(?) why wouldn't they believe George about his water? I never understood people calling these things excuses when they were so obvious and still are.

  • @laveritaforza108

    @laveritaforza108

    7 ай бұрын

    Most professional sports are " fixed". The players and referees know the outcome. It's a big ( political) business too important to be left to athletes to decide.

  • @edwardthetwentyfifth6462

    @edwardthetwentyfifth6462

    6 ай бұрын

    @@scottcooksey5284I admire Ali very much, but the fact is that at least the two Liston fights seemed fixed (most certainly the second one, before which Ali said he had a “surprise,” which he later said was his hammer punch. Of course, we all know Ali couldn’t really punch. So I have no problem believing that there was some funny business going on.

  • @rodneymckinnon9075

    @rodneymckinnon9075

    6 ай бұрын

    Foreman gave ALL he had abd still lost, that messed him up mentally ! He need the Lord to get his head clear .

  • @AndyFromBeaverton

    @AndyFromBeaverton

    6 ай бұрын

    I don't think Ali would want to Fight Foreman after seeing this fight. Not many professional fighters in place of on either side of this fight would have survived.

  • @simplelife3020
    @simplelife30202 жыл бұрын

    I'm sorry to hear that you are going through tough times. Hope things get better for you soon. This is an amazing video analysis. Kudos to both George Foreman and Ron Lyle for taking the best shots and still standing. Even though Ron Lyle lost I am more impressed than sad for him. This is an inspiring fight.

  • @bcs7776-ty
    @bcs7776-ty2 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos man! They’ve definitely helped me when going through stuff. They remind me that martial arts are a microcosm of life and the great qualities we see fighters display in ring are important to exhibit when going through a battle in life. Sorry to hear you’re going through something, hope everything works out for you.

  • @jimmysblacksmithing462
    @jimmysblacksmithing4622 жыл бұрын

    Hey good day. Am 66 years old, Had a stroke at 60, heart and lungs were like brand new. It was stress that caused it. Left side leg and arm were mostly immobile and very weak. Today I split wood with a 16 pound maul by hand of course, can shovel and dig for hours breathing effortlessly, And hardly anysweat. This video is such an inspiration. Would love to get in the ring maybe someday when I’m about 80 if I recuperate completely. I am still slightly as if cerebral palsy is there. Watching these two bruisers is such an inspiration. Cannot believe how they could take such a pounding. Good for them. Thank you very much for sharing this with us all. Keep up the great work stay well and have a beautiful day. Jim

  • @swords3335

    @swords3335

    4 ай бұрын

    hope you doin okey

  • @motobenbh4722
    @motobenbh47222 жыл бұрын

    David, I've been a boxing fan for ever. But your superb videos have led me to appreciate every fight I see so much more. Your excellent, compelling narration; and your crystal clear explanation make every video you do a treat and a masterclass. All I can say is 'thank you so much'.

  • @drzo1dberg675
    @drzo1dberg6752 жыл бұрын

    Keep fighting man. Your videos have gotten me through a lot, and I hope that some of the amazing work you put into your channel can give you the same reprieve that they've given me.

  • @watchmanonthewall14
    @watchmanonthewall142 жыл бұрын

    We watched it LIVE on TV. We were all jumping up and down and screaming.

  • @chubito33
    @chubito332 жыл бұрын

    I wish you the best with whatever you're going through brother, I hope you know that your videos help me out so much with learning and understanding the sport better, thank you

  • @samuelabraha2272
    @samuelabraha22722 жыл бұрын

    Don't usually comment on you tube, in fact this prob is the first one but you @martial artist are one of if not the best channels for boxing. Your passion in this beautiful sport is crystal clear to even non boxing/combat sport fans which makes this channel that much more interesting. I thank you mate 🙌🏽🙌🏽

  • @IphigeniaAtAulis
    @IphigeniaAtAulis2 жыл бұрын

    I don't know what your going through, but I as so many others have said on here, I truly appreciate your channel. Even though I had some basic training in boxing, I never knew just how deep the sport when when it came to strategy. Thank you for opening my eyes.

  • @timothygibson4226
    @timothygibson42262 жыл бұрын

    Sorry to hear you are having a tough time, I have issues with depression and watching boxing has helped me endlessly as has watching your videos inspiring me to get better and as you said in your great breakdown on my hero henry armstrong keep moving forward.

  • @drwolftickets7473
    @drwolftickets74732 жыл бұрын

    Just wanted to say: your videos are excellent. Incredible insights - I've learned a ton. Sorry to hear things are rough right now.

  • @mle1872
    @mle18722 жыл бұрын

    Hope you get past through this hard time brother. Your videos have been a great source of education and motivation. You deserve wealth and happiness my friend.

  • @vinnythebird1611
    @vinnythebird16112 жыл бұрын

    I’d like to thank you for everything you do Recently I fell back into my depression because I haven’t been able to box I’ve been adjusting to a new job and I’m currently dealing with injuries to my foot and hand but seeing foreman get up and finish a short war makes me keep fighting my war and keep adjusting to my situation in life much the same. We can’t be the greatest ever but we can all fight like the goat

  • @adobedirtblues1321
    @adobedirtblues13212 жыл бұрын

    Hey just wanted to say your boxing breakdowns are the best on KZread. Your depth of knowledge and articulate analysis make a complicated sport available to us non-experts like none other. Good luck with your issues, and thank you for the excellent work you have done.

  • @glynhannaford7332
    @glynhannaford7332 Жыл бұрын

    Marvellous observations and narration David. You are the man. I hope you move past the challenges life has sent your way.

  • @bobfesterman3137
    @bobfesterman31372 жыл бұрын

    Great narration on that video, thank you. I remember watching that fight on TV with a bunch of friends in Denver, so it was mostly a Ron crowd. Truly one of the most amazing heavyweight fights I've ever watched.

  • @EthnHayabusa
    @EthnHayabusa2 жыл бұрын

    Great work, as always. Hang in there, champ.

  • @Z-u-m-a
    @Z-u-m-a2 жыл бұрын

    Awesome video as always David. A pleasure to watch. It's amazing to see the technicalities and subtleties going on in what otherwise looks like a heavy artillery slug-fest. Sorry to hear you're going through a tough time. Use whatever support and inspiration is around you.

  • @jayedwards1205

    @jayedwards1205

    2 жыл бұрын

    It’s not true ... all that’s going on is what you are seeing in real time ... two guys just winging punches ... there is no strategy or planning ... certainly zero defensive skills

  • @kerrymandanny8135
    @kerrymandanny81352 жыл бұрын

    Huge fan of your channel you do something nobody else does and break fights down so well. Hope you come through whatever issues you are having. God bless and hope that things get better.

  • @eetfuk3571
    @eetfuk35712 жыл бұрын

    I read the title and I immediately thought the video is about Lawler vs MacDonald 2 or Henderson vs Shogun 1 but I saw George Foreman in the thumbnail and see the rest of the video it was against Ron Lyle, I wasn't disappointed and absolutely glad to see this fight has it break down from this channel. good work!

  • @derp9193
    @derp91932 жыл бұрын

    This is one of my all time favorite heavyweight fights. The third fight of Wilder and Fury gave me immediate callbacks to this absolute savage brawl. After the fight was done, I went straight to watch this legendary back and forth. I feel like I need to tell you that this is by far the best channel for boxing/MMA breakdowns and your knowledge of the arts is second to none. I always learn something new from your videos and no matter how many times I've seen a fight, you always manage to point stuff out that I completely missed. I almost always feel motivated and inspired by your videos and it gives me the mental power to keep on training. You have done more for people than you can even imagine. I hope everything works out for ya bud. We all got your back.

  • @Alex-cw3rz
    @Alex-cw3rz2 жыл бұрын

    Imagine if Lyle had never gone to prison and was a pro at 18 rather 30, he'd have for sure been a champion at one point and be a household name (wouldn't say it would have won him the fight here, just a much more extensive career)

  • @Chinaball-fx7gi

    @Chinaball-fx7gi

    2 жыл бұрын

    I mean he could have still built up the muscles he got in prison but might not be the same

  • @rfjohns4452

    @rfjohns4452

    2 жыл бұрын

    He gained skills in prison that he certainly wouldn't get out.

  • @marktaylor7025

    @marktaylor7025

    2 жыл бұрын

    Nah,Lyle had to be on a journey prison moulds people,it's just the way it is, believe me,UK veiwer both were hard men for s

  • @Alex-cw3rz

    @Alex-cw3rz

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@marktaylor7025 I don't think that is true, Mike Tyson was in Prison for 3 years and he had no head movenment when he came out, he'd given way the thing that would have stopped him being knocked out in every single fight after, not saying he'd win as he was also a shadow of the boxer he was before hand but he wasn't getting KO'd.

  • @bobbygetsbanned6049

    @bobbygetsbanned6049

    2 жыл бұрын

    Possibly, or maybe he would have went on to work an average ass job and none of use would have never known how good he could have been.

  • @sly_tendencies87
    @sly_tendencies872 жыл бұрын

    I hope things get better Champ. You don't know how much your channel means to us. We appreciate you and your awesome work.

  • @elbalisong5672
    @elbalisong56722 жыл бұрын

    Another entertaining breakdown! Thanks very much, David, and I send you my support.

  • @calburner4635
    @calburner46352 жыл бұрын

    Your breakdowns and analyses have opened up the world of boxing to me like never before. I already loved combat sports but now the Sweet Science is my passion. Thank you.

  • @spencerantoniomarlen-starr3069
    @spencerantoniomarlen-starr30692 жыл бұрын

    The fact that Foreman eventually won this given how recklessly he fought in the 3rd, Lyle's ademantium chin, and how many power shots that just barely missed or didn't connect quite right is bananas

  • @Mike649foxx
    @Mike649foxx2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the content my friend. Sorry to hear that you are going through rough times, keep your chin up, you’ve helped thousands of us through our own tough times. Trust me on that.

  • @C-rations2394
    @C-rations23942 жыл бұрын

    Beautiful work, as always. Thank you. Ron Lyle, Earnie Shavers, Gerry Quarry, just some of the true gladiators of the sport that never got the recognition they deserved. This is one of my all-time favorite fights.

  • @charleyburley1603

    @charleyburley1603

    2 жыл бұрын

    Jerry Quarry was a tough guy -- he knocked out Earnie Shavers in one round. Had a very sad end to his life.

  • @pimpompoom93726
    @pimpompoom937262 жыл бұрын

    Excellent review of one of the most amazing fights I've ever watched. I still remember that fight watching it at the time. George Foreman is truly one of the great heavyweights of all time-big heart, amazing skills and power. And he even has humility, what an amazing man. Ron Lyle gave it his all that day, I have nothing but admiration for his heart as well. Best of luck in the challenges you are going through right now, as a 'seasoned citizen' I'll echo what big George has said-dig deep and you'll find it within yourself to meet any difficulties. Take care.

  • @tek9backstab
    @tek9backstab2 жыл бұрын

    We don't know what you're going through, but stay strong. It's probably minor compared to what you're going through right now, but people all around the world love the content you create. You are smart, perceptive and engaging. Wishing you all the best from the Netherlands

  • @maitreyaedwards3127
    @maitreyaedwards31272 жыл бұрын

    Dave that was a terrific video, a great fight that I’m going to look a little deeper into! Shine on

  • @guyarican1
    @guyarican12 жыл бұрын

    Incredible analyzation yet again. I pray you get through your problems my friend. Please keep these videos coming!

  • @DCGomez-zg1wd
    @DCGomez-zg1wd2 жыл бұрын

    I saw this fight live on TV. Back then they’d regularly put big fights on the network television. The punishment these two took is still mind boggling. This era had so many greats.

  • @GalactusOG
    @GalactusOG2 жыл бұрын

    I often find myself thinking things are too difficult while in the middle of them and want to give up. But then i think of moments just like these and it gives me an extra push that more often than not help me complete my tasks/goals.

  • @michaelferreri1256
    @michaelferreri12562 жыл бұрын

    Superb analysis! Certainly one of the most entertaining and brutal of heavyweight fights EVER! You do great work.

  • @KKRioApartments
    @KKRioApartments2 жыл бұрын

    Another great vid. Hope you work out and bounce back from whatever crisis you're in

  • @DreamingInStatic
    @DreamingInStatic2 жыл бұрын

    this is the earliest I have been and I am HYPE

  • @MrXenon1994
    @MrXenon19942 жыл бұрын

    I have been hoping that you would do a breakdown of this fight for years. It was surprisingly more technical than I thought it would be. What a timely upload, as I have just finished rewatching the Golden Age of Heavyweights playlist a few days ago. What an incredible video, I can't describe the feeling I got when I saw this in my notifications. I asked Foreman on Twitter a while ago if he was scared going into this fight, and he answered "Only after I was dropped did I get scared. I thought his career was hype until I felt his power." I'm sorry to hear that you're going through a rough patch. If it helps you feel any better, I truly appreciate the hard work you put into these videos. I've learned much from your technique breakdowns, and I absolutely loved the Punch You Did Not See podcast. I know it might not feel like it right now, but it does get better. It always does. Best wishes for you.

  • @mastersironmantarmstrong7148

    @mastersironmantarmstrong7148

    2 жыл бұрын

    Wow Foreman is always so down to earth humble and genuine

  • @mrjpd303
    @mrjpd3032 жыл бұрын

    Dude I hope everything gets better for you. I’m impressed you got it in you to do such a great video. Very professional 👍 Keep it up my dude I’ll pray for you 🙏❤️

  • @aja8894
    @aja88942 жыл бұрын

    Great video! Hope whatever crisis you're going through gets resolved! Stay strong, brother

  • @AliKhan-re2kw
    @AliKhan-re2kw2 жыл бұрын

    Just heard you're going through a tough time! I hope you soldier on till this passes regardless of the end redult. While what you're going through may not have anything to do with how u present and breakdown fighting styles... You are the best right now!!! And THAT should be enough to carry u through!!!!

  • @sebastiaankrul2403
    @sebastiaankrul24032 жыл бұрын

    This fight truly showed the difference between this foreman and the one to beat moorer. This foreman fought on will and instinct but wasn't very intelligent in the ring, while old George used intelligence as his biggest tool

  • @-sensibleChris

    @-sensibleChris

    2 жыл бұрын

    True, but he always had a great chin, and power. Maybe the hardest jab in boxing history.

  • @JackTheripper911

    @JackTheripper911

    Жыл бұрын

    @@-sensibleChris uh you realize Young Foreman fought intelligently as well right? Hell foreman was showcasing his Ring IQ IN THIS MATCH. Its almost like you didnt even watch the video. The man had intelligence, it was just overshadowed by his power and fighting style, which was "old school" for the time in the 1970s. What changed in Foreman (what he said himself) was that he wasnt nervous when going into fights anymore. When he was younger he was tense the entire time even before the fight which drained him far quicker. George mentioned this before during his second phase of his career

  • @-sensibleChris

    @-sensibleChris

    Жыл бұрын

    @@JackTheripper911 what? Nothing in my comment has anything to do with what you said. I've seen all of his fights. I'm a fan. He was a very smart fighter especially an older fighter. He also had a great chin, and great jab. All true. You replied to the wrong person.

  • @williamworrell178
    @williamworrell178 Жыл бұрын

    Dude, thanks for the usual excellent narration. Positive vibes for your battles!

  • @brandonthompson5796
    @brandonthompson57962 жыл бұрын

    This is my first time watching you and you've got yourself an immediate subscriber and fan but you've also got yourself a brother in the mental health battle. I hope you're able to survive your crisis and come away less burdened in life. Take care of yourself and live a good life, im excited to see another video from you

  • @zacheatsworld
    @zacheatsworld2 жыл бұрын

    I have to say it, your storytelling is SUPER underrated. Love your content! Edit: Just finished the video. I’m sorry to hear that you’re dealing with some tough times. You got this brother man. Thank you for all the content you share.

  • @thegadflygang5381
    @thegadflygang53812 жыл бұрын

    What I love about *BIG GEORGE* , and why he will always be in my top 5 favorites, is how he NEVER tried to take the easy path. He should have beaten Ali, and every fighter would have taken a few tuner fights to get their confidence back after that loss. Not George. He wants to fight Ron Lyle, one of the baddest and hardest hitting heavyweights of all time. Then he goes on to fight FIVE MEN in one night next. His final chapter, George Reborn in his 40s is the best and proper

  • @jaybreacher4430

    @jaybreacher4430

    2 жыл бұрын

    He wouldn't of ever beaten ali. The fight was over as soon as the Ali boomaye chant was coined

  • @jayedwards1205

    @jayedwards1205

    2 жыл бұрын

    Weird, this people with Foreman fetishes ...a vastly overrated fighter, he beat Frazier and Norton, perfect foils for his style and was easily beaten by Ali and Jimmy Young, then quit ... at be time, he as viewed as a headcase, channeling his hero, Sonny Liston ... the fight with 5 journeyman boxers was an embarrassment, a circus show ...I actually watched these guys back in the day and no one missed Big George after Jimmy Young destroyed him and Georgie quit boxing

  • @waynemarchel9667

    @waynemarchel9667

    2 жыл бұрын

    George Foreman is and always will be the greatest heavyweight of all time Full Fucking stop. My Favorite heavyweight by far

  • @jaybreacher4430

    @jaybreacher4430

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@waynemarchel9667 Ali>

  • @iphonemodDOTcom

    @iphonemodDOTcom

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yeah George did fight five men one after the other in one night. But the press that covered the story called it "George's night of shame" they were what the American's call "tin cans"....

  • @pushing2throttles
    @pushing2throttles2 жыл бұрын

    I was going to comment about this amazing match and your expert breakdown. I love this channel. I was taken back to hear you're in a crisis. Stay focused on the bigger picture, embrace whatever faith you have and mostly accept the help that's being offered and I know the crisis will be resolved favorably. Even if it's not a favorable result, it can't last forever. No problem remains permanent. Good luck David!

  • @masonmasters4703
    @masonmasters47032 жыл бұрын

    Just wanted to thank you for all your wonderful work on this channel, it mean so much to a lot of us. You'll get through whatever is going on in your world, just like Big George did. Much love.

  • @dontatmebitches
    @dontatmebitches2 жыл бұрын

    love your vids. your video on Ali vs norton got me into boxing. i was wondering what your thoughts on the eddie hall vs Hafþór? and might you do a joke fight breakdown on it?

  • @simplydolgoruky1018
    @simplydolgoruky10182 жыл бұрын

    I would like to let you know that your boxing breakdowns made me fall in love with the sport. Like, absolutely in love. I started boxing at the same time I started watching your vids, and I have to say the impact they had on me was and still is immense. Nowadays, there isnt a day that goes by that I dont think about boxing, im obsessed lol. Every once in a while, I find some people on instagram using some clips from your breakdowns, and Im always in the comments giving you credit. I really think that the fact that some pages use your footage and voiceovers is a testament to how good they are. Outstanding quality on everything you do. Love love love it, so I thank you. Hope all goes well during these tough times, cheers.

  • @corentindelva6824
    @corentindelva68242 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for this awesome video, I always stop whatever I'm doing as soon as I receive a new notification from your channel. Thanks for this awesome content through the years!

  • @brickarms21
    @brickarms212 жыл бұрын

    Keep up the good work and stay strong, thank you for the amazing videos as always

  • @TheMOTIV8Xperience
    @TheMOTIV8Xperience2 жыл бұрын

    I hear ya brotha ....I've been goin' through it myself and you're right, Big George's performance in this fight is symbolic of life's journey itself. " It doesn't matter how many times you got knocked down, it's how many times you picked yourself up that counts."😎👊🏿🙏🏾

  • @RealJRoyall
    @RealJRoyall2 жыл бұрын

    Hey man, I'm sorry to hear you're going thru it. I can really relate to that, feels like life is Ray Robinson and I'm the novice who drew the short straw in sparring. But for what it's worth, your videos help me want more for myself and inspire me to work. Covering these fighters, regular men who chose to be more, has really helped keep my mental straight. I appreciate you, man. I hope life gets easier for you.

  • @rattlehead2199
    @rattlehead21992 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos mate. Hope you get through your rough patch. Stay strong.

  • @AckermanJiuJitsu
    @AckermanJiuJitsu2 жыл бұрын

    Keep up the good work, these are my favorite videos on KZread. You consistently kill it.

  • @jaydub2971
    @jaydub29712 жыл бұрын

    Cosell's "utterly without skill" call during this fight was one of the most insulting, misinformed things I've ever heard a fight commentator say.

  • @jayedwards1205

    @jayedwards1205

    2 жыл бұрын

    It was absolutely correct ....neither fighter was employing any defensive skills at all, both were just winging punches , as Norton commented ringside ...Foreman had essentially no boxing skills

  • @herohunter5961

    @herohunter5961

    Ай бұрын

    ​@@jayedwards1205 Foreman did have boxing skills lol, he didn't employ them because of the Ali fight

  • @samueldowney2806
    @samueldowney28062 жыл бұрын

    "What excuses do you have now, George?" This was a crazy fight. The power on display, the damage taken and the will shown was like nothing else. All the best to you for your own struggles David.

  • @KatonRyu
    @KatonRyu2 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are always extremely entertaining and informative to watch, and this one is no exception. I don't know what you're going through, but I hope things will get better soon for you. Big George is definitely the right person to be inspired by, and it's thanks to your videos that I've seen just how strong that man is.

  • @pmjcdteam
    @pmjcdteam2 жыл бұрын

    Brother there many many men who are out here part of your support man I send you love strength as ND resolve my friend stay strong don't let anything take your fight away...we got you back man

  • @vincentwilliams2891
    @vincentwilliams28912 жыл бұрын

    Whatever you're going through, many prayers a blessings to you sir. Your channel is indeed a blessing to those of us who have a passion and appreciation for the martial arts, in my case, the sweet science. It seems like those who give freely of knowledge seem to go through the most, that's likely because of the immense sacrifice neccessary to educate so unselfishly. Stay strong my brother, you've got your fans' prayers and support.

  • @Nick_792
    @Nick_7922 жыл бұрын

    Oh yeah this IS a GREAT fight!

  • @BizAndProductReviews
    @BizAndProductReviews2 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for sharing this fight video. I had no idea that such a brutal fight had ever happened. The title that you gave this video is definitely correct!

  • @som1980
    @som19802 жыл бұрын

    Good video as always Christian. Good luck with whatever it is that you're going through my friend

  • @MackTheGovnah
    @MackTheGovnah2 жыл бұрын

    This is one of the greatest heavyweight fights ever of this era, and it solidified George as better than the rest. He had that extra oomph inside that could carry him through the storm. Most fighters and even champions don’t have this!

  • @azlantaj2210
    @azlantaj22102 жыл бұрын

    Great video, love your stuff!

  • @hakimseven
    @hakimseven2 жыл бұрын

    Love your breakdowns Dave. Keep fighting....we're with you 👍🏾🥊

  • @OldSchoolBoxing1
    @OldSchoolBoxing12 жыл бұрын

    Great video mate, keep your head up David 👍🏻.

  • @Silo-Ren
    @Silo-Ren2 жыл бұрын

    This is without a doubt one of the brutlest fights in history.

  • @coreyham3753

    @coreyham3753

    Жыл бұрын

    It was a great fight by both boxers.

  • @Silo-Ren

    @Silo-Ren

    Жыл бұрын

    @@coreyham3753 wait, is this thee Cory.....never mind. My respects to his family.. Thank you friend.

  • @TraderJoe888
    @TraderJoe8882 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this analysis. I had no idea that this awesome fight existed, and that George overcame so much to triumph. But Lyle did himself proud, going out on his shield after inflicting enough damage to stop any other fighter on earth. I see 2 winners here, 2 warriors to be admired, no losers.

  • @user-rt5br1zi3u

    @user-rt5br1zi3u

    Жыл бұрын

    Beilliant Jam You give credits where it deserved Lyle was so great But his career was not started on the right time 🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺👏👏👏👏👏👏

  • @mattallen7672
    @mattallen76722 жыл бұрын

    Love your analysis of great fighters and great fights. Hope the crisis you mentioned improves and you can enjoy better times. Thanks for doing a video on this fight. My favourite heavyweight fight ever! Your channel is the best.

  • @tthheettrraasshhppiitt
    @tthheettrraasshhppiitt2 жыл бұрын

    Hang in there, your channel is incredible and I just know you can pull through.

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