Known for his exceptional defensive skills, Floyd Mayweather built a career around minimising risk while maximising control. He would brand himself ‘The Best Ever’ and many fans then agreed.
Mayweather’s undefeated record of 50-0 reflects not just his talent but also his consistency and discipline over more than two decades in the ring. Mayweather’s ability to adapt mid-fight, neutralise opponents’ strengths, and dictate pace made him a difficult puzzle to solve for even the most skilled fighters.
In a resurfaced interview, Roy Jones Jr took issue with the claim, admitting that Mayweather may have been the best at ‘making money’ but did not top the list when it came down to skills.
“Floyd Mayweather was TBE at making money, but look at his highlights and look at mine. You can’t pretend it’s the same. You can’t pretend there’s ever been anyone come close to doing what I did.
“Nobody you could name could touch me – and I’m talking about nobody who’s around now, nobody who was around in my prime, and nobody who was around any time you can mention outta your mouth.”
Jones is widely regarded as one of the most athletically gifted boxers in the history of the sport. His prime years, particularly during the 1990s, showcased a blend of speed, reflexes, and unorthodox technique that allowed him to dominate multiple weight classes.
The Florida native won world titles at middleweight, super middleweight, light heavyweight, and even heavyweight – a rare and significant accomplishment given where he started.