When it comes to defining the best of the best in the world of boxing, two names stand out the most. They are none other than the legendary boxers Floyd Mayweather and Muhammad Ali. One achieved so many accolades in the sport that he is considered the god of boxing, setting the standard for perfection. On the other hand, Floyd Mayweather is unquestionably the most successful boxer to ever grace the ring. But these two have one thing in common! What’s that?

It’s their ability to dodge, weave, and traverse through their opponent’s punches to counter them effortlessly. The same similarity between their fighting style became a topic of discussion on X (formerly Twitter). Recently, a user turned to X to share a clip highlighting the eerie similarity between Ali and Floyd’s countering style. Immediately, the boxing world took charge, praising the two legends and their skills in the ring.

Floyd Mayweather & Muhammad Ali’s fighting styles sparks debate

Since the tweet went live on X, it has collected more than 2K likes, over 400 reposts, and nearly 100K views. What’s more, users immediately started drawing comparisons between them while complimenting both fighters.

One user asserted that they always believed that their defensive style of boxing was very similar. 

Another user claimed they had always thought Floyd Mayweather used loads of Muhammad Ali’s moves.

The next user confidently declared that Muhammad Ali’s style was way better than Floyd’s take on a similar move. 

However, the following user disagreed with the previous user, suggesting that Floyd’s style was better.

Someone else hailed both fighters as two of the best boxers in the world, labeling them as the ‘Goats’ of boxing.

Mike Tyson once branded Mayweather “delusional”

Two of the biggest names in boxing, Floyd and Mike Tyson, have locked horns on several occasions outside the ring. However, the most significant of those disagreements happened back in 2015. Floyd Mayweather had compared himself with Muhammad Ali, even claiming that he was better than Ali. 

So, Mike Tyson, who looked up to Ali for the longest time, came to his defense, lashing out at Floyd Mayweather. ‘Iron’ Mike branded Floyd delusional and highlighted the fact that Floyd can’t even pick up his kids from school without bodyguards. “He’s very delusional…He can’t take his kids alone to school by himself. He’s a little scared man. He’s a very small, scared man,” said Mike.

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With a clip of Floyd and Ali side by side surfacing online, fans drum up a frenzy of praises for both pugilists. However, the burning question is – do you think there are similarities between their fighting styles? Or do you think one is better than the other?