Henry Cooper vs Muhammad Ali
Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors
Henry Cooper
"Our Enry"
55-14-1
Muhammad Ali
61-5-0Physical Comparison
Muhammad Ali has the height edge at 191cm vs 188cm for Henry Cooper — a 3cm difference that gives Ali the ability to fight behind range.
Record & Experience
Henry Cooper brings a record of 55-14-1 across 70 professional bouts (79% win rate).Muhammad Ali enters with 61-5-0 from 66 fights (92% win rate).
Henry Cooper has the experience edge with 70 bouts compared to 66 — that's 4 more fights under the bright lights, which can matter in championship rounds when fatigue sets in and composure is tested.
Age & Career Stage
Muhammad Ali is the younger fighter at 84 compared to Henry Cooper's 92 — a 8-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Cooper relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.
Key Factors
Cooper's Path to Victory
- • Lean on greater experience (70 bouts)
- • Establish rhythm early and dictate the pace
Ali's Path to Victory
- • Use height and reach to fight at range
- • Higher win percentage (92% vs 79%)
- • Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms
Henry Cooper vs Muhammad Ali — FAQ
- What are Henry Cooper's and Muhammad Ali's records?
- Henry Cooper is 55-14-1 (0 KOs). Muhammad Ali is 61-5-0 (0 KOs).
- Who is taller — Henry Cooper or Muhammad Ali?
- Muhammad Ali is taller at 191cm vs 188cm — a 3cm advantage.
- Who has the higher knockout rate?
- Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.