Ali near death (Ali has died at 74)

[glynparson]

Rest in peace Champ. Just a little education as well. Muslims and Christians both worship the same God, The God of Abraham. And Mr. Trump dodged the draft so if you are ripping Ali for not going to Vietnam I hope you are not supporting Mr. Trump for President. Stated for contextual not political reasons. Love or hate him Clay/Ali was one of the most important people of the 20th century and one of the most important and socially relevant athletes in history. On a card note I had several Clays (Hemmetts and Rekord) on Ebay for a couple months as BIN and sold 4 of the 6 within 2 minutes of each other last night.

[rats60]

Originally Posted by glynparson

Rest in peace Champ. Just a little education as well. Muslims and Christians both worship the same God, The God of Abraham. And Mr. Trump dodged the draft so if you are ripping Ali for not going to Vietnam I hope you are not supporting Mr. Trump for President. Stated for contextual not political reasons.

I thought religion wasn't allowed on here, but that is not true.

As far as Ali, his religion is irrelevant. He was a great athlete and humanitarian. Arguing about his religious beliefs or politics, both of which don't belong here per the rules, is in poor taste at the time of his death.

[glynparson]

I did not bring up the religion discussion but responded to earlier attackers. And just stated facts my intention was not to debate. Facts are facts I gave no opinions. Iwent by what the pope has stated on religion as I figure he knows a little more about religion than i do.

[rats60]

Originally Posted by glynparson

I did not bring up the religion discussion but responded to earlier attackers. And just stated facts my intention was not to debate. Facts are facts I gave no opinions. Iwent by what the pope has stated on religion as I figure he knows a little more about religion than i do.

Well I would suggest that you educate yourself a little more. You stated an opinion which is not the same as a fact.

[bobbyw8469]

I liked Ali. He never did anything to me. That being said, I agree with some that say he wasn't the hero everyone paints him out to be. Those old enough to remember his Playboy magazine interview after he converted to the Nation of Islam will know what I am talking about. Irregardless, God rest his soul and I hope he finds the peace he deserves.

[Cliff Bowman]

Originally Posted by glynparson

Muslims and Christians both worship the same God.

Walk around Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Yemen, or the United Arab Emirates for a few days espousing that and see what happens.

[Forever Young]

Of all my collection, these are two of my favorites.
1) type 1 original iconic photo over Liston
2) spectacular quote signed and dated by Ali.

[Stonepony]

Fantastic pieces, Ben

[Forever Young]

Originally Posted by Stonepony

Fantastic pieces, Ben

Thank you. Sad day in my book.

[BillyCoxDodgers3B]

RIP Champ!

Rumble in the Jungle

[Peter_Spaeth]

Originally Posted by BillyCox3

RIP Champ!

Rumble in the Jungle

Epic. The knockout punch in the 8th, a complete shock out of nowhere at the end of yet another dull rope a dope round, is in the all time highlight reel. Ali bomaye!!

[Stonepony]

I remember that fight well and remember the next morning riding my bike around shouting " Ali" . However " The Thrilla in Manilla" was IMO his most epic fight. Simply brutal. Neither man was the same after that fight, how could you be? Life draining.
Rest in Peace