The Way of the Dragon (also released as Return of the Dragon). While their dream fight never became a reality in the ring, the epic battle can be seen in the 1972 Bruce Lee film He believed that everything had strengths and weaknesses and that we should find the strengths in each method.'Ĭhuck Norris: 'Would I have beaten Bruce Lee in a real competition, or not? You'll forgive me for answering with another Bruceism: 'Showing off is the fool's idea of glory.' '

He never believed in only one martial arts style or that one was superior. Lee was lightning fast, very agile and incredibly strong for his size.' Bruce Lee's AdaptabilityĬhuck Norris: 'Bruce Lee learned from everybody. His confidence and wit were dazzling, and sometimes even debilitating to others. He was as charismatic and friendly in the ring and at home as he was on film. I totally enjoyed sparring and just spending time with him. WorldNetDaily column, Chuck Norris discusses Bruce Lee's charm, adaptability, and whether the jeet kune do master would have stood a chance against the karate champ.Ĭhuck Norris: 'The truth is Lee was a formidable opponent with a chiseled physique and technique.

When martial arts legend and political juggernaut Chuck Norris shares his thoughts on Bruce Lee, you listen. Calhoun notes that Lee finishes off Chuck Norris with a chokehold in Way of the Dragon (1972) and beats a young Sammo Hung with an armbar in Enter the Dragon (1973). Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris are both icons in the martial arts world but are completely different in terms of their fighting styles.

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