Years After Generating $600 Million, Floyd Mayweather Receives a Bitter Pill to Swallow by Roy Jones Jr. About Manny Pacquiao Fight

Floyd Mayweather Jr and Manny Pacquiao came together in 2015 to lock horns in a bout that is known as the “fight of the century.” These two boxing legends gave the fans a spectacular night to remember. But, the clash between these two proved to be a hot topic in the sport, but not for the right reason. Mayweather Jr’s unanimous decision victory over  Pacquiao did not sit well with many fans. This fight left the boxing world divided, with many believing that ‘Pac-man’ was the rightful winner of the fight.

After almost 8 years after the fight, a boxing legend has made some remarks which will certainly pique Mayweather’s interest. Former world champion Roy Jones Jr has opened up about what he would’ve done if he was in the shoes of Floyd Mayweather Jr when he fought the Filipino. And further talked about how Mayweather shouldn’t be too boastful about beating Pacquiao.

Roy Jones Jr reveals why he wouldn’t have taken “credit” for beating Pacquiao

Jones Jr recently made an appearance on a podcast. And he talked about one of the most controversial fights in boxing. He talked about why beating Pacquiao in 2015 is not something one can take credit for. And gave Mayweather Jr something to think about.

Jones Jr said, “I would not be able to take credit for beating Pacquiao after he got knocked up by Marquez because that’s not the same Pacquiao.” Furthermore, the boxing legend talked about the knockout of Pacquiao by Marquez. And it seems like he believes that Pacquiao has never been the same since that 2012 fight against Marquez. He added,” That’s not the Pacquiao at the top of his game. “

Further giving a reality check about Mayweather’s legendary status following his victory over Pacquiao, Jones Jr added, “Today we call that person the best fighter ever. But, that’s not reality”.

The legend believes that the win should not be perceived the way it is by the people. But, understanding the dynamics of the boxing business, while talking about Mayweather Jr’s glory for beating Pacquiao, he said, “But in the business world, it is.”

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Everyone in the boxing world has their own takeaway from the fight. And many still believe that Pacquiao is the winner of the fight. However, this is a debate that can never be solved for eternity.. But, it is safe to say that apart from the controversy, these two gave the fans a night to remember. It seems like Jones Jr is certain that Pacquiao wasn’t the same caliber of fighter after the Marquez bout. What are your thoughts about the fight? Let us know in the comments.

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