Due to the pandemic lockdowns or community quarantine,, i watched a lot of Efren Reyes games...so humble and superb..at age of 66 but still a legendary..I wish Efren has more years to come and continue to inspire people like Manny Pacquio not only here in the Philippines but in the whole wide world..
Efren Bata Reyes is the reason for me to take up this passionable sport. I'm one of his greatest admirer in this game. He is nothing but the best. It is because of him I promote this game with my friend circle. I hope to meet him in persons one day. 🤠🤠🤠
Thought Efren retired from playing outside of Philippines. This is the second time I've seen him play tournaments in the U.S. Still, nice to see him play state side.👍
he's still playing in Asia for exhibition matches when invited. he can also come to US for the same type of matches. but he no longer wanna play tournaments in US because of the high cost of travel and distance.
Efren the greatest player of all times. I watched him playing in the Philippines under horrible conditions with insects landing on the table and the crowds all yelling and very close to the players, he is amazing.
The last 30 year's have been the reign of the Magician and the level he taught will bring incredible talents 🙌. Thanks to all pool pro's but the Magician is immortal.
@@jaypacamarra1027 Growing up. I thought only rich people have pool tables at home. I got one about 15 years ago. Its great to just break a nine ball rack and try to run the table. Anytime you want to. It will improve your game. Do it!
@@markmetzger2503 You'd be surprised. People give anything less than 9x4 a hard time and say they're easy, but I disagree. Play 15 ball on it or even 10 ball. You can get some serious positional practice in on those that it's not even funny. The fact you're work with so much less space means you have to be a lot more precise on your positioning. Also congrats on finding one, I can't find any around me.
Efren is fine. I’m sure he gets bored and misses the road. Also, he’s got a big family and a whole bunch of little Efrens running around in 🇵🇭 Kids aren’t cheap.
@James Tyler Don't get angry man, the old man said he is gonna stop playing until he can't hold a cue stick anymore. This is his passion , he is hustling since he was 12 yrs. old so maybe he just gonna be sad I think of he will stop playing.
I didn't realize he quit pool and started playing 3 cushion. That explains why he is so good at kicking. I have one thing in common with Efren. Mark Wilson also installed a tip on my cue at a pool hall he used to run in the St Louis area.
Have you ever met and talked to Earl?!.. lol.. Not saying he’s totally not credible, but he’s out there.. I still say Greenleaf, Mosconi, and Lassiter were better.. Just my opinion.. I have Efren ahead of anyone who has played in the last 50 years.. But it’s close with Varner and Siegel..
Two of the finest gentlemen in the game today......... AND, ......they aren't too bad of a player, either. Seriously, they're two of my all time favorite players and a joy to watch!
Thought efren would of played better. But hey, nothing will last forever. He had many many years of having a great run. Father Time is catching up. He will be my favorite player in pool always though.
It's great that the GOAT was still playing. I'm now 60 y/o and have limitations that don't allow me to play anymore. The main one for me is eye/brain to motor coordination. Whereas I used to be able to aim and shoot accurately now somehow those two don't quite communicate very well. But I wouldn't mind trying to compete for money and for fun every now and then, as long as I don't lose too much of it.
I know for sure that sometimes he lets other players win. At least in his later years. He has done it often with Philipino players, letting them win just to boost their confidence. This guy is good very good.
Bom é Baianinho de Mauá essas mesas são muito faceis de jogar caçapas gigantescas, veja os jogos do Baianinho de Mauá e vera o que é um grande jogador.
I love it when he acts like awwI didn’t mean to do that, next shot knocks two balls in one of them is the 9 ball i guess I was lucky lol That’s Mr. magician I’m talking about the Filipino phenomenon
I think it was clear to Mika, Efren, and myself, and many other's that it would not have done so which is why he grabbed it and nobody said anything. Everyone can't sit down and spell everything out, and let balls roll to stop for you.
@@marshalcraft it is a gray area in pool and should be a rule not to do it. It "COULD" have rolled into other balls, tied up something etc. Even a nudge changes the game. You'll notice in the beginning that mika fouled, went to grab the cueball, and hovered over it with his hand for 5 secs waiting for it to stop. I've seen many matches where players snatch the cueball out of frustration off the table after a foul while it is still traveling, and it obviously would have contacted another ball.
Rack 23 was pure Efren Reyes playing right there. I see him messing around with some people in Philipines just messing around nothing serous but to know at any moment he can do that.
First and foremost it is a true honor to watch the Magician play. It seems like age is finally creeping up on him :( still a great match and Mika looked really in the zone, some great positional shots and perfect speed and cueball control.
The 9ball at 26:50 isn’t slop. He hit that firm enough to keep the cue ball on its line after contacting the 2ball, but then had top inside spin on the cue once it hit the rail to get it out of the way for the 9ball. I’m sure that not only did he see it, but in his own mind he was probably 75-25 to make it.
if efren is still in his younger years, it will be very hard to beat him.. But nobody can stay on top long.. there will always be a new genre to replace him at the top and be the best as well.. anyways, salute to Sir Efren.. the greatest of all time... and to Mika for acknowledging Efren in the end.. Salute to you as well..
Efren is still my que idol..He's a legend of the legends..he inspired people particular those young cue artist in the Philippines by playing them throughout Luzon. I hope that he can play also in Visayas and Mindanao...
7:30 lmao. Commentator has no idea! Efren is trying to make the 1-ball on Right corner pocket (off the 8-ball) playing position for the 2ball. Just missed.
@Dave Bryant Michael is a pretty intelligent player, but new to the booth. Also I believe they did not have monitors to see the table, and when the players were over it, they were blind.
It's sad that this was the best location for these two legends to be playing at. If it were foot ball this would be the super bowl. You'd have millions of people watching. It'd be held in a stadium and they'd be playing on a pedestal. But this is the state this sport is in. A game mostly supported by amatuers who enjoy playing. :/
i hope there is one.. following the footsteps of efren if not a filipino i hope there is.. it's good to watch this game with 9 ball player like efren.. this game should be included in national sports.. from junior and senior players..
Can't help but smile while the emcee introduce our very own efren. You sir make every Filipino proud.
Aww lucky! I heard Costco has a sale on efrens.. I’d love to have my very own efren too but they’re expensive.
🇵🇭🇵🇭🇵🇭
love love Efren Reyes ❤
🐐🐐🐐🐐
Due to the pandemic lockdowns or community quarantine,, i watched a lot of Efren Reyes games...so humble and superb..at age of 66 but still a legendary..I wish Efren has more years to come and continue to inspire people like Manny Pacquio not only here in the Philippines but in the whole wide world..
The G.O.A.T at 65 YEARS OLD........ still playing what a sight !!!!
I believe he’s 70 right now
He was 67 playing that game
He was old but GOAT admit it no one can replace efren in our heart to be the GOAT in BILLIARD and the best entertainer in the world of pool
Efren will not lose if he is young...
wdym was he is the goat nigga
Efren Swift mika immonen manny times ,
Kd
Discard
Cheer up efren reyes! I always back u up,
WarmGreeting from indonesia
The GOAT has faded away! But he is always the best that ever played this game for me! Lo g live, Efren!
Both of them are legend, Efren always be the GOAT as Magician
Love watching Efren!! Love it. How they hit them balls!. I’m from Australia 🇦🇺! What a hoot this is!! 💜
Mikka Imonem , lived here in The Philippines and i asked him why. He said he wants to learn Filipino Pool and from his Idol Efren Reyes.
Like all the American musicians who come to Africa to learn rhythm.
@PCD Fitness maybe a typo. Letter M is next to N
Efren Bata Reyes is the reason for me to take up this passionable sport. I'm one of his greatest admirer in this game. He is nothing but the best. It is because of him I promote this game with my friend circle. I hope to meet him in persons one day. 🤠🤠🤠
Same
Veja BAIANINHO DE MAUÁ ele sim e um bom jogador
Thought Efren retired from playing outside of Philippines. This is the second time I've seen him play tournaments in the U.S. Still, nice to see him play state side.👍
he's still playing in Asia for exhibition matches when invited. he can also come to US for the same type of matches. but he no longer wanna play tournaments in US because of the high cost of travel and distance.
He said the cost of travel compared to the prize fund isn't worth it these days.
Can't retire from needing money
@@nycok6411 not the case, people pay him to be the star and atract views
$$$$ + Fame Bro
Efren the greatest player of all times. I watched him playing in the Philippines under horrible conditions with insects landing on the table and the crowds all yelling and very close to the players, he is amazing.
Veja Baianinho de Mauá
Me too me see big insect with wings land on cue ball and he still make ball
The last 30 year's have been the reign of the Magician and the level he taught will bring incredible talents 🙌. Thanks to all pool pro's but the Magician is immortal.
Efren is the reason why I want to have a billard table in our house.
@@jaypacamarra1027 Growing up. I thought only rich people have pool tables at home. I got one about 15 years ago. Its great to just break a nine ball rack and try to run the table. Anytime you want to. It will improve your game. Do it!
I live in a little apartment and bought a little 5 footer. Probably not too good to practice on but it's fun to mess around lol
It will help with patterns
@@markmetzger2503 that's what i'm getting and then in a couple if years investing in a proper one
@@markmetzger2503 You'd be surprised. People give anything less than 9x4 a hard time and say they're easy, but I disagree. Play 15 ball on it or even 10 ball. You can get some serious positional practice in on those that it's not even funny. The fact you're work with so much less space means you have to be a lot more precise on your positioning. Also congrats on finding one, I can't find any around me.
Efren is the reason i watch this CZcams. He is Legend, even 66yo.
yes, me too
He sucks though
@@sleepyjoe8459 rftrn
me too
He’s my hero
Efren's the GOAT, but nobody escapes time.
Da man plays like da go way kid lol he play so good he make u sick
That’s what your mom says
But he has better than anyone else in history....INCLUDING Mosconi....
0-7 poor mica
I was worried that Efren was just gonna sit around at home after his big tour last year, so this is totally a bonus!
Check out jefGaling youtube channel. There so many Efren's matches in Phillipines.
Benneth Samuel your a life saver
I don’t think he can really afford not too. Internet says he worth 2 million though.
Efren is fine. I’m sure he gets bored and misses the road. Also, he’s got a big family and a whole bunch of little Efrens running around in 🇵🇭
Kids aren’t cheap.
@James Tyler Don't get angry man, the old man said he is gonna stop playing until he can't hold a cue stick anymore. This is his passion , he is hustling since he was 12 yrs. old so maybe he just gonna be sad I think of he will stop playing.
Thanks for the upload, love anything with Efren in it! 😎
Can the limey mouthpiece though... 😒
I watch this video because of Efren "bata" Reyes the greatest pool player
I watched this because of efren that’s all.
Pilipinomovies
i'm too
The Legend, a GOAT and the Magician. Salute Efren bata Reyes.
I didn't realize he quit pool and started playing 3 cushion. That explains why he is so good at kicking.
I have one thing in common with Efren. Mark Wilson also installed a tip on my cue at a pool hall he used to run in the St Louis area.
Efren Reyes is the best I only watch him, and he's the reason I still play pool.
*was
efren is not the reason I play pool, but he is the reason why I believe in myself every time I play pool
Earl beat them both easy
Earl the gre atest
Also,Adrian, you better keep your day job. I could beat u with 1 hand
Hahahahahahahaha.
Efren reyes you live in our heart. One pool legend for all life efren reyes
Sorry, I thought you were saying he died. Had me like "Whaaa?" for a sec...
Legend is the best,i love you 💕💕💕💕
Huh?
Enjoyable and fun to watch. These players are fantastic. Developing a solid appreciation for Mika, Thanks, Gents.
Earl strickland already made a statement : Efren is the greatest player of all time
Sure did, it was in Germany i believe during Efrens farewell retirement tournament if I'm not mistaking.
The farewell tour him and earl showed how good they could shoot with earl even displaying some magic
Have you ever met and talked to Earl?!.. lol.. Not saying he’s totally not credible, but he’s out there..
I still say Greenleaf, Mosconi, and Lassiter were better.. Just my opinion..
I have Efren ahead of anyone who has played in the last 50 years.. But it’s close with Varner and Siegel..
@@jacobjones5269 Harold Worst
John Pedersen
Yeah, intriguing talent, great player... Small sample size.. It was a real shame he passed away so young..
These two players are great good to see them go head-to-head.
Two of the finest gentlemen in the game today.........
AND, ......they aren't too bad of a player, either.
Seriously, they're two of my all time favorite players and a joy to watch!
Efren looks very tired. He will always be loved and respected.
Still the greatest to ever do it
Still made some great shots...!
how do feel he is tired. ? you are not Efren Reyes "lol"
Thought efren would of played better. But hey, nothing will last forever. He had many many years of having a great run. Father Time is catching up. He will be my favorite player in pool always though.
Efren Reyes is the reason i watch. He is magician.
Efren my idol in billiard.....GOD bless 🙏🙏🙏,still the champ in my heart forevere
Why I love Filipinos, they carry that demeanor that Efren carries that is just so wholesome. God bless my Filipino friends!
EFREN Still The BEST of the king of Billiard History in the whole wide world...
It's great that the GOAT was still playing. I'm now 60 y/o and have limitations that don't allow me to play anymore. The main one for me is eye/brain to motor coordination. Whereas I used to be able to aim and shoot accurately now somehow those two don't quite communicate very well. But I wouldn't mind trying to compete for money and for fun every now and then, as long as I don't lose too much of it.
The GOAT of Pool Mr. Reyes!
La edad pesa, pero sigues siendo un grande
Efren is Old Master he is 66, but he Always be No.1 in our hearts and remembrance. Like Michael Jordan in basketball...
EFREN REYES is the master of Pocket Billiards
Parking 5
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I know for sure that sometimes he lets other players win. At least in his later years. He has done it often with Philipino players, letting them win just to boost their confidence. This guy is good very good.
Bom é Baianinho de Mauá essas mesas são muito faceis de jogar caçapas gigantescas, veja os jogos do Baianinho de Mauá e vera o que é um grande jogador.
Sure takes a long time to change Efren's score
Efren reyes i love that man, he's a legend 🙌.... i really enjoy his magic shots....
Nice upload, thank you
Wow a remember Efren when I was in High School. Im 36 now and he’s still doing it.
Are u 83 génération?
Grate to watch such a fantastic Match... Brian Melbourne Australia
The accuracy of the shot is fading, but i still love you the GOAT!
Wow efren passed his prime but still, play better than most pro today
Yes
For sure! There are still only one or two that can beat him at 66 years of age
I love it when he acts like awwI didn’t mean to do that, next shot knocks two balls in one of them is the 9 ball i guess I was lucky lol
That’s Mr. magician I’m talking about the Filipino phenomenon
Yeach the legend Efren 👍👏
Efren lost but it does not matter anyway, He plays for the love of the game nowadays. Not bad for a legend.
There're great players out there but Efren will always be the GOAT, the only ...THE MAGICIAN.
efren is the only reason why this video watched by 2m people
The commentator sounds like a pilot lol
38:35 shouldn't have grabbed the cueball while it was traveling. It could have bumped those balls
Good spot
I think it was clear to Mika, Efren, and myself, and many other's that it would not have done so which is why he grabbed it and nobody said anything. Everyone can't sit down and spell everything out, and let balls roll to stop for you.
@@marshalcraft it is a gray area in pool and should be a rule not to do it. It "COULD" have rolled into other balls, tied up something etc. Even a nudge changes the game. You'll notice in the beginning that mika fouled, went to grab the cueball, and hovered over it with his hand for 5 secs waiting for it to stop. I've seen many matches where players snatch the cueball out of frustration off the table after a foul while it is still traveling, and it obviously would have contacted another ball.
I came to the comments section for this, he should have lost the game in that instance
That's Mika just grab the F&%king ball
Enjoying the match from Colombia...
Love that classic Brunswick table.. More enjoyable than a diamond, jmo
Efren still got it!
Rack 23 was pure Efren Reyes playing right there. I see him messing around with some people in Philipines just messing around nothing serous but to know at any moment he can do that.
Yup !!! Thanks for that !!
it's saddening to see him age. bless up efren
Legend still legend 😉
First and foremost it is a true honor to watch the Magician play. It seems like age is finally creeping up on him :( still a great match and Mika looked really in the zone, some great positional shots and perfect speed and cueball control.
Mika wearing the best buy outfit
Hey watch out that’s Walmart
Lol
No he upgraded to Ross dress for less
The winner was so humble and respectful to Effren. What a legend!!!!
The 9ball at 26:50 isn’t slop. He hit that firm enough to keep the cue ball on its line after contacting the 2ball, but then had top inside spin on the cue once it hit the rail to get it out of the way for the 9ball. I’m sure that not only did he see it, but in his own mind he was probably 75-25 to make it.
Beautiful camera work. This commentator is scary good.
if efren is still in his younger years, it will be very hard to beat him.. But nobody can stay on top long.. there will always be a new genre to replace him at the top and be the best as well.. anyways, salute to Sir Efren.. the greatest of all time... and to Mika for acknowledging Efren in the end.. Salute to you as well..
Efren Bata Reyes his My #1 idol of this pool billiard Game🎱🎱
Efren is still my que idol..He's a legend of the legends..he inspired people particular those young cue artist in the Philippines by playing them throughout Luzon. I hope that he can play also in Visayas and Mindanao...
Tiene buena suerte el rival de Efrén.
Pls
Ve a
7:30 lmao. Commentator has no idea! Efren is trying to make the 1-ball on Right corner pocket (off the 8-ball) playing position for the 2ball.
Just missed.
@Dave Bryant Michael is a pretty intelligent player, but new to the booth. Also I believe they did not have monitors to see the table, and when the players were over it, they were blind.
Thank these men for all they do for us
Brutal
Great camera views 🥰👊👍
Efren é o melhor de todos os tempos
What colour is the cloth? One camera angle it's green and another camera angle is blue.
I love the announcer! so charismatic lol
why do they use that paper rack thing instead of a normal rack? saw a ball stop on it a couple times because it was there during the break shot?
It's sad that this was the best location for these two legends to be playing at. If it were foot ball this would be the super bowl. You'd have millions of people watching. It'd be held in a stadium and they'd be playing on a pedestal. But this is the state this sport is in. A game mostly supported by amatuers who enjoy playing. :/
I'm very proud of my Country Philippines because we have 2 champion in the world Mr. Efren Reyes and Mr.Manny Paquio ❤❤
If this was shot in 2020, the cameras had to be antiques.
Right? I was thrown off by the change of colors each time. Like is the table blue or green? Lol
Hands down, undeniably the damn 🐐.
The pulse and accuracy is opponents of this game young magician Reyes is owned this game .the old magician is unpredictable
26:45
Humble, brilliant , loyal, friendly good player, the GOAT ,LEGEND , PRO??
Yeah thats EFREN BATA REYES THE MAGICIAN
Earl "The Pearl" was better though.
Bill Morgan yeah right earl is better that’s why efren is the GOAT not Ear the pearly shell...
@@dainel_kaliadecamlab748 Who won more US Opens?
I would like to get one of those gloves.... anyone know how?
Yeah but you had better hit the lotto first. Mika is a hustler 35 bucks fire that stupid glove no way
He's great indeed,,, Filipino genius in these kind of game, love it the magician,,,
Efren ya la edad q tiene es el rey digame si tubiera la edad cuando jugaba mas para mi efren es el mejor
volume is too low to hear what they are saying.
Someone tell me why the one camera shows table green, the other shows table blue?
Their rgb lacks g
efren was playing with a 61 inch cue . i would imagine that is the length on this cue as well
Can somebody tell me , how much cost a pool decent pool table . Like a midle class !
14-9, Efren Reyes, he is truly the "big father " !
Efren Reyes es un campeon de campeones no hay que quitarle ese merito.
Love both players but did anyone else notice mika looks like hes dressed ready to help you with customer service at best buy?
🤣🤣🤣😂😂 Hahahahah i guess so. 😂🤣🤣
He is like really a square😂
I used to play a lot but haven't played in a number of years. Do they not use racks any more?
GOD DAMMIT!!! How did I miss this in my own backyard???? major frowny face
pure nostalgic or was this shot in 2020 :)
i hope there is one.. following the footsteps of efren if not a filipino i hope there is.. it's good to watch this game with 9 ball player like efren.. this game should be included in national sports.. from junior and senior players..
Note to director: Never switch cameras in the middle of a shot!
Did anyone noticed that Efren never used pool gloves in his entire pool career?
He never used pool gloves. I don't think he ever jumped a cue ball nor used a jump cue.
@@SlapshockPlays not sure if he used jump cue but he did jump a few shots..very rare to see.. i think last time he did it was back in 2005 or 6
He used a jump cue during their match between Marlon Manalo and Oliver Ortmann.
He never sweat his hands, still the legend.
This is the only Sport. where fans couldnt debate who is the GOAT ! No Question, Efren Reyes is the GOAT in POOL/Billiards ---by Jr Patatas