Roy Jones Jr. is not one to back down from a challenge, especially when it comes to testing someone’s chin in the boxing ring. After watching Mike Tyson face off against Jake Paul in a highly anticipated fight that garnered over 100 million viewers on Netflix, Jones Jr. is ready to step into the ring himself.
In a recent interview with TMZ Sports, Jones Jr. expressed his interest in facing off against Jake Paul to see if he can take a punch. “I don’t think Mike checked his chin at all,” RJJ said. “So, I wouldn’t mind having a shot to see if I could get to his chin, to test his chin.”
Having previously fought against Tyson in a 2020 exhibition match, Jones Jr. is no stranger to the ring. He believes that Tyson’s performance in the fight against Paul was lacking, attributing it to Tyson’s legs not being at their best that night. Despite this, Jones Jr. is happy that Tyson was able to secure the bag with the fight.
When it comes to El Gallo’s (Jake Paul’s) skills in the ring, Jones Jr. is confident in his own abilities. Known for his speed and agility, Jones Jr. is ready to take on the challenge and test his own chin against Paul’s punches. Only time will tell if this fight will come to fruition, but one thing is for sure – Jones Jr. is not one to shy away from a challenge in the ring. At 27 years old, Jake Paul is receiving high praise from legendary boxer Roy Jones Jr. Jones commented on Paul’s punching ability, stating that Paul is not a bad puncher and that he believes Mike Tyson was not taking many risks during their recent exhibition match. Jones mentioned that as fighters get older, it becomes tougher to take punches, but he personally would have to see for himself.
Roy Jones Jr., with a professional record of 66-10, recently lost a decision to former UFC star Anthony Pettis in April. Despite this loss, Jones has been staying busy by training several young fighters. In fact, five of these boxers will be stepping into the ring on December 12 at the Yakama Legends Casino Event Center in Washington. For those unable to attend in person, the event will be streamed on BLK Prime.
During the event, Roy Jones Jr. will be in the corner of his fighters, providing support and guidance. Additionally, Jones will also be serving as a commentator for the event, showcasing his versatility and dedication to the sport. It is clear that Jones takes great pride in seeing his fighters succeed, perhaps even more so than he did for himself during his own boxing career.
Overall, Jake Paul’s performance in the ring has garnered respect and admiration from boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. As Jones continues to mentor and guide young fighters, his passion for the sport remains evident, and his influence on the next generation of boxers is undeniable.
