The Viral Conversation Between Roy Jones Jr & Jared Anderson That Had Everyone Talking

Watch a clip from the latest Top Rank on ESPN Special #relentless #jaredanderson featuring Roy Jones Jr.

Next up for Top Rank Boxing, The homecoming for heavyweight sensation Jared “The Real Big Baby” Anderson is still on, but the man in the opposing corner has changed. After undefeated Kazakh contender Zhan Kossobutskiy was forced to withdraw due to a delay in obtaining his visa, former world champion “Prince” Charles Martin has stepped up to face Anderson on Saturday, July 1 at the Huntington Center in Toledo, Ohio.

#AndersonMartin and a 10-round heavyweight co-feature between unbeaten punchers Arslanbek Makhmudov and Nigeria’s Raphael Akpejiori will be broadcast live on ESPN, ESPN Deportes and ESPN+ at 10 p.m. ET/7 p.m. PT.

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[Agentunderfire]

Love seeing Roy Jones Jr. being a mentor to younger fighters, so inspirational!! We need more of this!

[TheBlackRanger]

When he said "Jared didn’t ask for it" and you can hear his voice breaking, you can tell he truly feels the pressure of expectation he’s under and it scares him a little bit. I love that Roy was able to let him know that the journey he’s on is his destiny and he can’t run from it. More is expected from him.🙏🏾

[nailahkitchen]

This all started with "..cos your momma would give her life for her son"
Damn, that's heavy 😢

[mjung]

You don't often see athletes be willing to show their vulnerability so candidly on camera. I'll root for this kid and wish him all the success in his boxing career.

[Deathscroll]

Love seeing old school greats mentor the young lions in the right direction. It's beautiful. I'm a huge fan of both of these men. I can't wait to see what Jared Anderson does with his gifts.

[shaufandavis]

I like that roy also got a little emotional, probably because he knows what it is like and was in the same situation. The pressure to perform and keep performing on a high level is not for everyone

[tyreleleach]

I love he was willing to show his vulnerability, a man of that stature, willing to show emotions and be vulnerable at such a young age is one that will welcome the process of greatness .. this kid is going to be a problem for boxing

[YouAintGotNoTegridyBoi]

Roy Jones is truly a special human being, not only a way about him in the ring that was unstoppable, but a way with words that makes him unforgettable.

[symcodm]

This not just a boxing lesson this a life lesson that I needed to hear…Respect

[aerobertson]

What a power moment I just witnessed.God is good.❤❤❤

[Slim_brown]

When roy won that heavyweight belt it was something special

[TheEnrico]

He’s got a beautiful heart . Stay focused be humble …

[AlfredoLopez-doed]

This applies to soooo many men out there, boxing or not. What a powerful moment, and I fear for anyone who has to go up against Jared knowing he's got this kind of stuff in his corner. This is the power to move mountains

[SOLE_II_SOUL]

This is what boxing athletes need, not enough are learning from prior fighters and coaches who coached those fighters.

[deseansmith]

It’s ok to cry young men just always stay strong

[BrandonJMoradel]

Not many people get an opportunity like that. He definitely should keep going and learn from many great legends like Roy. Inspire the next generation so that boxing can stay alive

[ottismusiq]

Incredible moment that was capture the emotion and speech I’m pretty sure Jared is going to ride that destiny so he can built better communities and have a higher calling in life.

[LimerickR]

Wow. This is some emotional stuff right here that you don't see too often in boxing.

[Yungtallicl]

Roy Jones Jr told him what’s it is and what it anit and anytime Jared feels like he can’t make it he can always go back and watch this and remember what he was put here to do

[KingG_mmortaL]

What did I just walk into? Whoa! Roy is now the G.o.a.T. In my 📖. Jared has my $upport and I appreciate his honesty in this moment!