Roy Jones Jr has never been one to hold back his thoughts, especially when it comes to fellow boxing legends. Recently, he made headlines after issuing a bold challenge to Floyd Mayweather Jr. during an interview with Seconds Out. In a fiery statement, Jones said that if Mayweather didn’t like his opinions, he was more than welcome to settle the matter in the ring. “Come see me,” Jones declared. “I don’t do exhibitions. If we’re going to fight, I want it real. I’m not here to play.”

The challenge quickly went viral, with fans across the boxing world buzzing at the idea of two of the sport’s most iconic figures potentially facing off. Jones, known for his flashy style and fearless approach, made it clear that he stands by everything he says and is willing to fight anyone who disagrees with him — including Mayweather. “If you got a problem with what I say, we can fight about it,” he said. “I mean what I say.”

However, the situation took a sharp turn when Floyd Mayweather finally responded. Known for his calculated public remarks, Mayweather didn’t engage in a long war of words. Instead, he delivered a sharp, 9-word response that instantly shifted the tone of the exchange: “I don’t fight washed-up guys like you anymore.”

The comment stunned fans and analysts alike. Short, direct, and cutting, Mayweather’s response was interpreted by many as a brutal dismissal of Jones’ relevance in today’s boxing scene. While some praised Mayweather for staying above the drama, others criticized the comment as unnecessarily disrespectful to a fellow boxing great.

Roy Jones Jr, once one of the most dominant fighters in the world and a former multi-division champion, has remained active in the boxing scene through commentary and occasional exhibition bouts. Mayweather, on the other hand, has focused more on high-profile exhibition fights that generate massive pay-per-view interest but are often seen as more entertainment than true competition.

Despite the tension, no official plans for a fight between the two have been announced, and given Mayweather’s dismissive tone, it seems unlikely such a bout will ever happen. Still, the brief verbal exchange between two legends has reignited fan interest and debate over their respective legacies.

Some fans argue that a real fight between Jones and Mayweather would be a spectacle worth watching, even in their later years. Others believe both fighters should focus on preserving their legacies rather than reigniting old rivalries.

For now, the war of words appears to be over, with Mayweather’s nine-word jab landing hard enough to silence further talk — at least temporarily. Whether Roy Jones Jr will respond again remains to be seen, but one thing is certain: the rivalry, even if only verbal, has once again reminded fans why these two names still command attention in the world of boxing.