VIDEO: Dominick Cruz says his standup is 'modelled' on Muhammad Ali

[Rikston]

Dominick Cruz discussing how he 'modelled' his standup game on Muhammad Ali's footwork and gives an intelligent analysis on why Ali's movement-style is still very effective in today's MMA.

 

[Chesten_Hesten]

Like an Afflicted Ali.

Maybe just his attempt at greatness?

 

[Drake]

Not a bad choice. Payed off!

 

[HUNTERMANIA]

good stuff

 

[Deleted member 196663]

Cool video. Thanks.

 

[LiquidSnake]

Cruz has also said Emmanuel Augustus influenced Him

 

[ExitLUPin]

Are u sure he didnt say 'moderated'?

 

[Drake]

Are u sure he didnt say 'moderated'?

No, that was me.

 

[UL]

I totally see it...

 

[The MMA Patriot]

Mohamed Ali put his opponents to sleep.

Dominic Cruz puts the fans to sleep.

 

[ElLunico]

Dominick Cruz discussing how he 'modelled' his standup game on Muhammad Ali's footwork and gives an intelligent analysis on why Ali's movement-style is still very effective in today's MMA.

It always amazes me, for a guy his size, how fast Ali's feet were when he did the " Ali shuffle ", and fire off punches off it. He was truly special the way he moved for a heavyweight.

 

[fortheo]

He's mentioned this many times along with a few other boxers like Willie pep.

 

[leatherf4ce]

No secret here. This video has showcased it best. Video done a couple years ago.

 

[Drake]

Mohamed Ali put his opponents to sleep.

Dominic Cruz puts the fans to sleep.

Ali was a HW.

Dom has a more recent finish/KO than Jones too.

No secret here. This video has showcased it best. Video done a couple years ago.

BJJ Scout is the best.

 

[The MMA Patriot]

Dominic Snooze

 

[essie]

Seems more like Willie Pep.

 

[Chubz]

As insanely good as his footwork is, I can believe it.

 

[fortheo]

Seems more like Willie Pep.

Dom is a constant student of the sport and has taking bits of pieces of numerous peoples games including ali, pep, and even Machida.

 

[Queen B]

Trius Johnson said he modeled his style based on Floyd Mayweather

 

[Unfinished Sentenc]

Bjj scout already made a video breakdown of cruz and alis striking similarities