Roy Jones Jr. Acknowledges Conor McGregor, Joe Rogan, and Israel Adesanya Giving Him His Flowers

The American boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. recently gained attention on social media after sharing an intriguing video on his Instagram page. The video, which has gained traction among combat sports enthusiasts worldwide, features snippets of various interviews with notable figures such as Conor McGregor, Joe Rogan, and Israel Adesanya, all discussing Jones’ outstanding career and his iconic song “Y’all must have forgot.”

In the video, McGregor expresses his admiration for Jones’ exceptional skills and hopes to one day have a highlight reel as impressive as his. Meanwhile, Adesanya and Rogan offered their unique perspectives on Jones’ impact on the sport, further highlighting his significant influence on the combat sports world. Jones’ hit song, “Y’all must have forgot,” which features prominently in the video, serves as a fitting tribute to his impressive career and outstanding achievements.

Roy Jones Jr. Receives Recognition from McGregor, Rogan, and Adesanya

Some of the biggest personalities in combat sports recently praised retired professional boxer Roy Jones Jr., a former world champion. McGregor, the former two-division UFC champion, shared his admiration for Jones’ highlight reel in an interview. He expressed his desire to have his own career highlights that resemble the impressive footage of Jones, Tyson, and Ali. Adesanya, the current UFC middleweight champion, a few years back referenced Jones’ famous catchphrase, “Y’all must have forgot”, which was also there in the video.

In addition to McGregor and Adesanya, longtime combat sports commentator and comedian Joe Rogan also spoke highly of Jones in a podcast interview. Rogan recalled admiring Jones from the beginning of his career and referring to all of his fights as “executions.” The acknowledgment from these well-known people is proof of Jones’ continuing influence on boxing and the combat sports industry as a whole.

The Impact of Roy Jones Jr.’s Career on Boxing

Roy Jones Jr. is a boxer of utmost eminence boasting an impressive record of 66 victories and merely 9 defeats. His distinctive style, speed, power, and movements, have served as a source of motivation for numerous budding boxers.

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In addition, his willingness and commitment to the sport are exemplified by his readiness to compete in different weight classes and face top opponents. He has held multiple world title belts in four weight classes.

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Even in retirement, Jones continues to be held in high esteem within the boxing community and serves as an inspiration for innumerable aspiring boxers.