Frank Bruno, the British heavyweight champion, thinks Muhammad Ali stands out as the greatest heavyweight boxer ever. Bruno shared his views during a recent chat with 5 News.
Bruno, who became WBC heavyweight champion in September 1995, fought against big names like Mike Tyson and Lennox Lewis during his career. But when asked about the best of all time, he didn't hesitate to name Ali.
In the interview, Bruno explained why he put Ali at the top:
"Yeah, to be honest, all ways round. Definitely, pound for pound, all ways round. Some boxers have power, some have speed, some have skill, he had everything."
Bruno pointed out that Ali had a rare mix of qualities. He praised Ali's looks, charm, and boxing skills. The British champ also noted Ali's determination, willpower, and clever mind games in the ring. Bruno admired Ali's intelligence and called him "one of the nice guys" with both talent and power.
Muhammad Ali left a big mark on boxing and beyond. He won the heavyweight title three times and got famous for his speed, skill, and confidence. People also remember him for speaking up about social issues and his catchy phrases.
Bruno knows a thing or two about tough opponents. He faced Mike Tyson twice and Lennox Lewis once. In fact, he thinks Tyson was the toughest fighter he ever met in the ring. But Bruno never got to fight Ali himself.
Bruno's own big moment came in September 1995. After three failed attempts, he finally won the WBC heavyweight title by beating Oliver McCall. It was a crowning achievement in a career full of big fights and memorable moments.
But for Bruno, no one matches up to Ali when it comes to the complete package of a heavyweight boxer. His view puts Ali at the top of a very impressive list of fighters throughout boxing history.
