Josh Gross

Interesting book about a not interesting fight. Antonio Inoki, a very famous Japanese wrestler choose to fight primarily while laying on his back. His primary tactic was to kick at Ali's legs and avoid standing as not to be hit by Ali's jabs or punches. I remember seeing video of this excruciatingly boring fight – – however it may have been a precursor to mixed martial arts that is very popular today.

The author does a very good job of providing context to the battle between a boxer versus a wrestler. For example, there had been boxing versus wrestler matches in the past – – usually the boxer lost. The reader also gets the sense of the decline in Ali's career. Ali only has a few matches left – – most of which he loses, particularly his bout against Larry Holmes. There are's also some interesting pro wrestling tales particularly about classy Freddie Blassie.… (meer)