Roy Jones Jr vs Joe Calzaghe How Competitive Would It Be ??

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I think Jones would do better against Calzaghe than most people think, Jones has a very good straight right hand. Which is a very good punch against a southpaw plus Calzaghe does get caught by that punch an awful lot. Jones still has quicker hands than Calzaghe plus Calzaghe has never dealt with anyone in Jones class. I also don't think Calzaghe will just be able to simply outwork Jones and win UD like most people expect. Jones is very smart fighter and he won't allow Calzaghe to get off that many punches, Jones can stop Calzaghe's work rate with his blinding hand speed and he can make Calzaghe more cautious by landing those fast crisp punches. On the downside for Jones he hasn't KO anyone in a long time but IMO he still has good power.

Whats your thoughts ??

Personally I think that it would be a much more competitive fight than most people think.

That being said...I have'nt seen the Trinidad fight...but comparing Tito & Calzaghe would be almost as sinful as comparing Roy to Lacy, Bika, Manfredo, & YES even Kessler.

Based on what I've seen of Jones in his last two fights...I'd say that his confidence is getting back on track & the win over Trinidad (as dominant as it sounded) will be enough to push him into some memorable confrontations with Calzaghe. The thing is...Joe's fast as a gaggle of rabbits F****** on Friday & once you connect against Joe it pushes him to return the favor & usually in duplicates of what you dished out. Joe's intimidating as all get out & I say that he's got enough ego & showmanship to bring out the best in Jones...& visa versa.

I actually believe that Jones Calzaghe would be a much much better fight than Hopkins Calzaghe...I'd bank on it.

As for a winner?

I really need to see him against Tito...just to see how he took the punches & also see how well his speed will factor in.

The thing is...everybody knows that I never bet against Joe.

Good points Wacko i basically agree with all of that.

It depends on which Calzaghe shows up and which Jones shows up. Joe usually looks good against guys who are aggressive. Hes rarely been in with a guy like Roy who can counter and use his range well. if Roy lays on the ropes and covers up like hes he will have his hands full, but if he can control the center of the ring he will give Joe problems. Also, who knows Joe may get old overnight himself. I think its a real interesting matchup.

Totally agree here as well CC.