Roy Jones Jr. Named The 5 Boxers

He Said Were Better Than Him!

(October 26th) Roy Jones Jr. was one of the most gifted and athletically remarkable fighters ever to step inside a boxing ring. Blessed with extraordinary hand speed, lightning-fast reflexes, dazzling footwork, and an unconventional style, Jones dominated opponents across multiple weight divisions, establishing himself as one of boxing’s most exceptional talents. His accomplishments included a historic 2003 victory over John Ruiz, which earned him the WBA heavyweight championship and further cemented his place in boxing history.

But even a fighter of Jones Jr.’s extraordinary ability exists within a sport filled with legendary champions whose achievements have transcended generations. Which boxers stand above the rest, even in the eyes of a man who accomplished so much himself?

In this video, we explore five iconic names presented in the discussion as fighters Jones considered better than himself: Mike Tyson, Julio César Chávez, Roberto Durán, Muhammad Ali and "Sugar" Ray Robinson. Each left an unmistakable mark on the sport, whether through devastating punching power, relentless determination, technical mastery, extraordinary ring intelligence, or an ability to rise to the occasion against the toughest opposition.

From Tyson’s explosive heavyweight dominance to Chávez’s relentless pressure, Durán’s remarkable versatility, Ali’s speed and charisma, and Robinson’s enduring reputation as one of boxing’s greatest pound-for-pound fighters, these champions represent different dimensions of greatness. Their careers also raise a timeless question: How do you compare fighters who competed in different eras, under different circumstances, and against different styles of opposition?

Roy Jones Jr.’s own achievements make the discussion particularly fascinating. Named Fighter of the Decade for the 1990s by the Boxing Writers Association of America, he possessed the rare combination of speed, skill, power, and athleticism that made him a difficult opponent for virtually anyone. Examining his career alongside these five legends offers an opportunity to revisit the qualities that separate outstanding champions from the sport’s most enduring icons.

Watch the video and join the debate: Do these five legends belong among boxing’s greatest fighters of all time? And how would you rank them alongside Roy Jones Jr. and the other champions who have shaped the history of the sport?