I always bring out the best in men I fight, but Joe Frazier, I'll tell the world right now, brings out the best in me. I'm gonna tell ya, that's one helluva man, and God bless him

He who is not courageous enough to take risks will accomplish nothing in life.

We followed the Honorable Elijah Mohammed, who is the boss. And we don't waste a lot of time arguin' about a dead black man, Malcolm X, when the whites are our common enemies.

My trainer don't tell me nothing between rounds. I don't allow him to. I fight the fight. All I want to know is did I win the round. It's too late for advice.

Ali’s got a left, Ali’s got a right, if he hits you once, you’re asleep for the night

A lot of boxers' features change - mainly when I fight 'em

Do not be ashamed to give a little; for to deceive is to give still less.