Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. breaks his silence and chooses between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather. The controversy is on.

An eternal rivalry

Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather shared a golden era, a media rivalry, and even a historic fight.
However, outside the ring, the debate over who had the better career continues... and now an authoritative voice has ignited the spark.

The verdict that divides boxing

In an interview with The Ring, Roy Jones Jr. was blunt: Pacquiao is above Mayweather.

For him, the key difference lies in the quality of opponents and the timing of those fights:

“Pacquiao faced everyone who was at his level and did so when he had to. He didn't wait. Mayweather chose money over legacy.”

The former champion did not hesitate to question Floyd's decisions, such as fighting Canelo Álvarez when the Mexican was young. He faced Pacquiao after his KO defeat to Juan Manuel Márquez.
He also avoided names like Terence Crawford or boxers at the level of Thomas Hearns or Marvin Hagler.

Beyond the Pacquiao-Mayweather comparison, the legend was adamant about the GOAT:

“The greatest of all time is Muhammad Ali. Neither money nor easy victories put you above him.”

For him, boxing is not measured by the bank account, but by the greatness of the challenges taken on.

A debate that will continue to rage on

The words of the boxing legend have fueled a debate that seems to have gone on forever. Between those who value Floyd's undefeated record and those who prioritize Pacquiao's courage, the divide in the boxing world remains wide open.