Roy Jones Jr. is open to the idea of stepping back into the boxing ring, and this time, he’s eyeing a potential match against his rival, Antonio Tarver. The 55-year-old former champion expressed his willingness to take on Tarver for the fourth time, especially after the latter made comments about Jones Jr. not wanting to fight him again.
Key Takeaway
Roy Jones Jr. is open to the idea of a rematch with Antonio Tarver, emphasizing his readiness to take on any opponent, regardless of age or previous outcomes. Additionally, he expressed keen interest in the future matchups of young boxing talents, signaling his ongoing passion for the sport.
A Blast from the Past
Jones Jr. and Tarver have a history that dates back to the 2000s, where they engaged in an epic trilogy of fights, with Jones Jr. emerging victorious in just one of the encounters. Despite the years that have passed, it seems that the competitive spirit between the two legendary boxers is still very much alive.
Challenging the Doubters
Addressing Tarver’s remarks, Jones Jr. made it clear that he is ready to take on any opponent, emphasizing, “Ain’t nobody in the world I won’t fight!” The boxing icon also dismissed any notion that he is past his prime, asserting that he is still very much in the game and willing to prove himself in the ring.
Looking to the Future
Aside from the potential showdown with Tarver, Jones Jr. also shared his thoughts on the current boxing scene, expressing interest in seeing young talents such as Devin Haney and Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis face off in the ring. He highlighted his desire to witness Haney take on Ryan Garcia before potentially squaring off against Davis, whom he regards as a formidable adversary.
