A fight against Roy Jones Jr. would be a dream fight for any boxer. However, even âCaptain Hookâ has some names against who he would love to fight. Roy Jones Jr spoke about a fantasy fight against the current king of the super middleweight division. Canelo Alvarez vs Roy Jones Jr. would certainly be a contest for the ages.
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He said, âOf course I wouldâve loved it, especially with him having the fanbase that he has. He has a beautiful fanbase and having that fanbase we would have blessed them with a beautiful fight because we are two guys who have skill and do a lot of things.âÂ
âNow on the flip side, you donât wanna ever say what wouldâve couldâve shouldâve. I mean, I like Canelo. Heâs a great fighter doing a great thing and it wouldâve been a good fight to see.â
Roy Jones Jr. was one of the finest fighters in the past quarter of a century. Saul âCaneloâ Alvarez is one of the most dominant champions in the modern era of boxing. Hence, this fight would have what it takes to be one of the greatest boxing fights in the past few decades.
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The two fighters, known for their speed, power, and mobility, dispatch their opponents with ease. Alvarez has lost only once in his professional boxing career, to Floyd âMoneyâ Mayweather. Jones, on the other hand, recorded most of his losses in the latter part of his career.
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Whatâs next for Roy Jones Jr?
After a successful comeback fight against âIronâ Mike Tyson, Jones Jr. is eager to secure another bout. âCaptain Hookâ looked a little slow when he faced Tyson in his comeback fight. As neither side secured a finish, the bout went down as a draw. However, Tyson would have won the fight had judges had scored it.
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Earlier this year, Jones Jr spoke about his dream fight against Anderson âSpiderâ Silva. The former UFC champ impressed the entire boxing community with his wins over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr and Tito âThe Huntington Beach Bad Boyâ Ortiz. Furthermore, as the 46-year-old wants to fight again, âCaptain Hookâ could be an excellent dance partner.
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Who do you think Roy Jones Jr. should fight next? Should he fight Anderson Silva?