What are Jimmy Ellis's and Muhammad Ali's records?

Jimmy Ellis is 53-12-1 (0 KOs). Muhammad Ali is 61-5-0 (0 KOs).

Who is taller — Jimmy Ellis or Muhammad Ali?

Muhammad Ali is taller at 191cm vs 185cm — a 6cm advantage.

Who has the higher knockout rate?

Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.

Jimmy Ellis vs Muhammad Ali

Head-to-head comparison — tale of the tape, career analysis, stylistic breakdown, and prediction factors

Jimmy Ellis

53-12-1

Muhammad Ali

61-5-0

53-12-1

Record

61-5-0

80%

Win Rate

92%

KO %

185cm

Height

191cm

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Reach

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Age

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Stance

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Total Bouts

Physical Comparison

Muhammad Ali has the height edge at 191cm vs 185cm for Jimmy Ellis — a 6cm difference that gives Ali the ability to fight behind range.

Record & Experience

Jimmy Ellis brings a record of 53-12-1 across 66 professional bouts (80% win rate).Muhammad Ali enters with 61-5-0 from 66 fights (92% win rate).

Age & Career Stage

Muhammad Ali is the younger fighter at 84 compared to Jimmy Ellis's 86 — a 2-year age gap. The younger fighter may have the edge in physical attributes, while Ellis relies on veteran savvy and accumulated skill.

Key Factors

Ellis's Path to Victory

• 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 80%)
• Apply pressure and force the fight on their terms

Jimmy Ellis vs Muhammad Ali — FAQ

What are Jimmy Ellis's and Muhammad Ali's records?: Jimmy Ellis is 53-12-1 (0 KOs). Muhammad Ali is 61-5-0 (0 KOs).
Who is taller — Jimmy Ellis or Muhammad Ali?: Muhammad Ali is taller at 191cm vs 185cm — a 6cm advantage.
Who has the higher knockout rate?: Both fighters share a 0% knockout rate — comparable finishing power.