Roy Jones Jr has named his price, demanding an eight-figure purse if he is to step back through the ropes.
In his prime, the American became one of the finest fighters to ever grace the sport, his blistering speed and overall athleticism making him seem almost unbeatable.
After claiming world titles at middleweight, super-middleweight and light-heavyweight, Jones even stepped up to heavyweight and dethroned John Ruiz for the WBA strap in 2003.
The pound-for-pound legend then retired in 2018, when many felt he was well past his best, only to enter an exhibition match with Mike Tyson in 2020.
While it was a non-competitive encounter, many felt Tyson had gotten the better of Jones, who subsequently made his professional return against Anthony Pettis and lost an eight-round decision to the former UFC champion in 2023.
Since then, the 57-year-old has remained on the safer side of the ropes but is now considering another comeback, this time against Misfits boxer Tommy Fury.
Having immersed himself in the ‘influencer’ side of the sport, with prior professional victories over Jake Paul and KSI, Fury is now gearing up to face former World’s Strongest Man Eddie Hall.
Speaking with BettingLounge, Jones said he would only be willing to challenge the 27-year-old if he is handsomely rewarded for his troubles.
“Is me vs Tommy Fury dead? Nothing’s dead forever. Roy Jones is still alive; Tommy Fury is still alive. Who knows? For the right money, it would force me into the gym to prepare.
“If they give me $10 million, of course. Ten and upwards, yes. If they don’t give me $10 million and upwards then no, I’m not wasting my time.”
Fury’s six-round exhibition match with Hall takes place at the Manchester Arena later today, though the result will not affect his professional record of 11-0 (4 KOs).
