It was billed as the ultimate rematch between two boxing greats. 40yr old Roy Jones Jr. & 44yr old Bernard Hopkins thought they had it all planned. Have a "prep" fight and then square off against each other to finally determine who the better fighter is. Hopkins, who had a 1 year layoff executed his plan perfectly, winning the match via a dominating unanimous decision against Enrique Ornelas (I was expecting him to get a KO). Jones Jr. on the other hand, an active boxer thus far got executed in the first round against IBO cruiserweight Aussie champion, Danny Green via TKO. So how did the "Fighter Of The Decade " get humiliated so badly?
Lets face it. RJJ is not improving with age. Unlike Hopkins who is, RJJ has lost some of his speed and instead of boxing with his experience (adopt a more technical, strategic & defensive approach) he tried to use the same techniques that made him a legend. Just not gonna work buddy. Physically he just doesn't have it anymore. The agility that made him great has gone, his amazing footwork that made him unpredictable has slowed down and his body has ran its course. He no longer strikes fear into opponents nor will he win any mind games.
Roy Jones Jr., you a truly a boxing superstar but I believe that it is best if you retire from boxing. You have already cemented your name in history and there is nothing more for you to prove or achieve. Before you get hospitalized, take the wise road and leave while your head is still held high.
Danny Green Vs. Roy Jones Jr. (Green wins via 1st round TKO)
Roy Jones Jr. Career Highlights
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