From floating like a butterfly and stinging like a bee, Ali was one of the greatest showmen sport has ever seen.

His rhyming patter was a trademark and combined with his philosophical thought, Ali became one of the most funny and inspiring athletes in history.

Ali’s fondness for the spoken word riled opponents as much as it delighted his promoters and fans and here we pay homage to the great boxer’s best speeches.

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