@@paulc3749 yes, his style never relied on speed. That is the first thing to go, just like in Roy Jones. Hopkins never had real power. He won most of his fights by grabbing and holding. I'm not hating on him, but that was his style. Allowed him to stay in the game a long time. Just like Klitschko
@@boxingcirclesaroundtheworl1469 actually a prime Roy Jones is way better, not even a question. But Roy lost his speed and that allowed Hopkins to stay with him. Hopkins grabbing style and not relying on speed kept him in the game.
That's right , keep Zeus first. Or Horus , or Anubis , or any of the thousands of gods that man has invented. They're all the same anyway , make believe.
Roy was one of the most natural gifted boxers that you will ever see...he knew he was the best and his flashiness proved it...Bernard was one of the most technically efficient fighters on the planet and his dedication to his craft made him a legend for his longevity to the point we thought he was a "Alien!" 👽😂
These two brothers still look good and healthy, and still speak well. -2 HOF Legends. When Hopkins started talking about Roy’s speed, I could not stop laughing. 🤣🤣🤣! I love their conversation.
Ellie I been watching your videos for years and loved most of em. I LOVED all the Mayweather Gym coverage you had back when Floyd was active. I LOVE the work you do with the whole Robert Garcia camp. THIS interview!?!?!?!?! May be the best shit ever! Just like everyone else here said, this is LEGENDARY shit bro. REEEEEEfuckingPORTING!!!!!!
Never in a million years did I think Roy and Bhop would be that close to each other without swinging. Them dudes had a natural and AUTHENTIC dislike for one another all throughout their careers but they obviously have always respected each other a great deal which is how a friendship has developed. They had 2 great fights too! Congratulations to both these legendary fighters on their hall of fame inductions.
This became one of my favorite CZcams vids of all time. The Transcendence presented in this interview is nothing short of Amazing. This conversation goes way differently in the 90's, you could feel the tension and hunger between them back in those days. They sit here today with Roy's wife and Bernards son just reminiscing. Beautiful!
Me at 33 sitting here hype smiling hard asf. I love these two man LIVING LEGENDS. Man Roy smoked Bhop and James Toney buddy was levels above with that flyweight speed and cruiserweight power.
Great interview Ellie. I remember seeing Roy Jones and Bernard Hopkins 1 in real time in 93. On the bus you also had former welterweight champion of the world Marlon Starling.... I had the Chance to make it to the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2019. All true boxing aficionados have to go to Canastota. For 43 years I have been studying the sweet science and I agree with B-hop ... The 80's was an incredible era .
@@MrJwilson913 Marlon Starling's defense against Lloyd Honeyghan was PURE GENIUS! He stood right on front of him the whole match, and it seemed like he didn't really get "touched" hard ONCE...Stunning.
Really love these guys. There’ll never be anyone like these guys ever again. They are true champions and gave their all to the sport. God bless them and their families.
Boxer's really inspire me all the way out here in Africa, Kenya, on the Slopes of Kilimanjaro... I watch all these stuff out here thanks to the power of social Media... I just absolutely love it
Bernard talking about getting work with the top 5 in your weight division. Errol has fought all of the Top of his class with the exception of Thurman and Bud. Bud has only fought Porter ...on his way out.
I would've loved to see B-Hop vs James Toney.💯 They're both incredible ring generals and their I.Q's are off the charts. The fact that Roy Jones beat both of them tells you how special he was.💯✌
Yea James I give a slight edge 45/55 I love B-hop & Toney... B-hop nullifies opposition best attributes also.. James accurate, B-hop all-time defense...... Power James Toney...... I.Q. perhaps B-Hop...... Idk @ their heights....
Great conversation between two of the greatest of all-time. History right here. Roy Jones and Bernard Hopkins two excellent boxers and caretakers of boxing. Much love for both.
This is great stuff. Roy Jones and B Hop as their older selves enjoying the history they had together. I was born in 93 so I watched them as I grew up.
I did not know these two communicated with one another. Great witnessing the comradeship! I definitely would support any network or platform they are on, especially if you add Andre Ward. Also, I love them shutting down the interviewer when he tried to "Don King" the situation b/w the two...
For some strange reason, old rivals end up becoming friends I.e Benn and eubanks, tyson and holyfield. Makes me wonder if we see the current generation or just retired generation to same thing like May and pac, fury and Joshua
Forgive me for forgetting the interviewers name, but he’s arguably the best to do it.. always amazing work.. let’s express our appreciation for his work.. 💯
Ellie Sekbach is a lil instigating, ingratiating prick. Most boxers in Vegas / LA dislike him but like a pimple on the ass, you learn to live with him.
So much respect for b hop right now. I love how they can leave it in the wring. Why should we hate each other for when we’re all just trying to get by.
Some of my best friends I made, was because we fought and respected each other. And I’d go to war with anyone of them and not worry about my back. Respect is really underrated.
This is so awesome, I could listen to some boxers talk all day! These fighters have a lot of wisdom and have reached the highest levels of boxing! Great reporting ESNEWS!
Man this made me happy as hell man. B-hop is my fav fighter. And Roy was on my top too. This interview was amazing. I miss these two. Congrats to both. 😎🥊
Best in the business. a interview w/ E always just feel like a conversation, no set ups or gotchu moments SOUGHT after at all.! Respect a get u everywhere ppl. u rarely see a boxer tryna figure out how they wanna respond to a Ellie question, convo jus flow 26min gone that quick
How often do you get to see two of the greatest in the game, together, respect and all. This is priceless, and will be remembered. All the crap left at the door, and recognition of each others skills and heart in the hardest place of all THE SQUARE RING...
As a 90s/2000s mega boxing fan... seeing those two together and filled with such respect warms my heart! Love you lads!
Trust me bhop still thinks he is better than Jones. Which is false
@@robbyrobinson4500 They are polar opposites. Both of them are better than each other. Just in different areas.
Hopkins certainly had longevity
@@paulc3749 yes, his style never relied on speed. That is the first thing to go, just like in Roy Jones. Hopkins never had real power. He won most of his fights by grabbing and holding. I'm not hating on him, but that was his style. Allowed him to stay in the game a long time. Just like Klitschko
@@boxingcirclesaroundtheworl1469 actually a prime Roy Jones is way better, not even a question. But Roy lost his speed and that allowed Hopkins to stay with him. Hopkins grabbing style and not relying on speed kept him in the game.
That's a powerful line from Roy keep God first in your life and everything will fall in place could not be said any better than that.
Amen brother
That's right , keep Zeus first. Or Horus , or Anubis , or any of the thousands of gods that man has invented. They're all the same anyway , make believe.
@Randy marsh well said and ussain bolt could tweek hes knee or pull a muscle so il tk that bet at them odds lol
Roy in his prime there's never been a better fighter and Bhop in his prime was in same conversation 2 legends right there
Yh prime for prime roy the best
He beat b hop silly in their prime, but lost to him after that heavyweight experiment
@@damonmiles7259 beat silly isn't accurate. It was competitive and it was also clear Roy was a level above.
@@ericsnow2069 the first fight Roy won 11of 12 rounds on the judges score cards, why you think bhop wanted the rematch so bad
@@ericsnow2069 so beat sill is accurate
Time is a thief. Two of the greatest to ever do it. Glad they left it in the ring after all those years. 🐐🐐
Two legends who both took unnecessary losses hanging around too long. Too many champions don't known when there time is up‼️
@@jaleelel-shabazz6736 Agreed. Roy should have retired after Tarver 1. The up and down weight took it out of him.
Roy was one of the most natural gifted boxers that you will ever see...he knew he was the best and his flashiness proved it...Bernard was one of the most technically efficient fighters on the planet and his dedication to his craft made him a legend for his longevity to the point we thought he was a "Alien!" 👽😂
It's too bad he fought mostly B-level opposition. He never really cashed a big payday because he was mostly a non-PPV HBO attraction.
Yo was nice wit it
These two brothers still look good and healthy, and still speak well. -2 HOF Legends. When Hopkins started talking about Roy’s speed, I could not stop laughing. 🤣🤣🤣! I love their conversation.
This was a beautiful moment. 2 living legends
One of the best interviews I've ever seen. Memorable. Wish it was longer. Thank you sirs.
Ellie I been watching your videos for years and loved most of em. I LOVED all the Mayweather Gym coverage you had back when Floyd was active. I LOVE the work you do with the whole Robert Garcia camp. THIS interview!?!?!?!?! May be the best shit ever! Just like everyone else here said, this is LEGENDARY shit bro. REEEEEEfuckingPORTING!!!!!!
these 3 guys must really love boxing
Facts!!
To get a good interview you need what. Good knowledge of the subject matter in able to ask the right question
Me too! It had that feeling!
Shout out to B-Hops humility!!! That's a true Champion's trait. He had us and Roy in tears! 🤣😂
Roy Jones had the coldest ring intros of all time. I remember when he had Method Man bring him out, shit was lit!
No wait did he say Bernard Hopkins vs Roy jhons was an under card?? Man 90s boxing was different those cards were stacked with REAL FIGHTERS!
I sometimes miss Don King. When he ran the sport everyone fought. And he worked with all promoters.
it wasn't a undercard they fought for the title
@@GuyFromTheSouth Don king was a snake in the grass.
@@GuyFromTheSouth and he was robbing them all
@@michealmurphy8985 they fought for the title but they still weren't the main event that night..
Never in a million years did I think Roy and Bhop would be that close to each other without swinging. Them dudes had a natural and AUTHENTIC dislike for one another all throughout their careers but they obviously have always respected each other a great deal which is how a friendship has developed. They had 2 great fights too! Congratulations to both these legendary fighters on their hall of fame inductions.
There older now growth is beautiful
Fax. Hell look at Roy and Antonio Tarver. They have a show together now 🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯🤯
With age" comes Wisdom Bruh"✊🏾
@@bricktop2090 Fax
they helped to put each other in the hall and made each other bread
This became one of my favorite CZcams vids of all time. The Transcendence presented in this interview is nothing short of Amazing. This conversation goes way differently in the 90's, you could feel the tension and hunger between them back in those days. They sit here today with Roy's wife and Bernards son just reminiscing. Beautiful!
Love it when Ellie asked, "when they fought who had the fastest hands?" (10:23) They both legit had the same answer. Legends!
4:02, you could see BHOP looked up to the 80's era, Leonard, Duran, Hagler, Hearns!
Me at 33 sitting here hype smiling hard asf. I love these two man LIVING LEGENDS. Man Roy smoked Bhop and James Toney buddy was levels above with that flyweight speed and cruiserweight power.
Every time B-hop validated Roy, he turned more toward the camera. lol. Love these two warriors. Respect to both all-time greats.
Great interview Ellie. I remember seeing Roy Jones and Bernard Hopkins 1 in real time in 93. On the bus you also had former welterweight champion of the world Marlon Starling.... I had the Chance to make it to the International Boxing Hall of Fame in 2019. All true boxing aficionados have to go to Canastota. For 43 years I have been studying the sweet science and I agree with B-hop ... The 80's was an incredible era .
Marlon Starling is the father of one of my good friends and the man is super humble and its great to see him get his flowers
@@MrJwilson913 Marlon Starling's defense against Lloyd Honeyghan was PURE GENIUS! He stood right on front of him the whole match, and it seemed like he didn't really get "touched" hard ONCE...Stunning.
A good interviewer would have made so much more out of this oportunity....but not Ellie...shit interviewer
Really love these guys. There’ll never be anyone like these guys ever again. They are true champions and gave their all to the sport. God bless them and their families.
The coolest thing about this video is even though the young brother has a phone, he's still taking time out to enjoy the scenery. 💯👏🏽
It is sooooo beautiful that these two legendary MEN can have an amazing conversation between the two!! 🥊🥊
I was privileged to meet both of my heroes in the same night back in 2003. Such an honor!
Man, I got to meet Roy in Houston @ Canelo v Kirkland. It was everything I expected
Bhop was pure class in this interview!!
Boxer's really inspire me all the way out here in Africa, Kenya, on the Slopes of Kilimanjaro... I watch all these stuff out here thanks to the power of social Media...
I just absolutely love it
My wish is go your beautiful country in the future
BOY, ARE WE F'N LUCKY TO BE LISTENING IN ON THIS!! WHEN I SAY I F'N LOVE THIS??? 🥊🥊
I sincerely feel honoured by just watching these legends on my phone.😂😂😂
I can listen to their stories all day❤
All day bro..they paid their dues, fought the best and lost to other champs
@@iamweno3858 exactly. True champions who fought the best of the best
Wow great interview. Legends right there. Love that
Fantastic interview Ellie! This was totally amazing listening to these two great champions.
This is a one of a kind interview best that you will ever do remember you heard it here. Two of the greatest to ever put on gloves. Ma Salaama
Interview of the year,this is what you call an exclusive, well done Ellie🏆
true.. its premium EX-CLU-SIVE
Bernard is such a class act 👊🏽
These guys were both great at the hall of fame. B Hop signed a ton of autographs and took pictures.. Roy is a class guy talked to everyone..
Bernard talking about getting work with the top 5 in your weight division. Errol has fought all of the Top of his class with the exception of Thurman and Bud. Bud has only fought Porter ...on his way out.
both these guys great, real TBEs right there.
I would've loved to see B-Hop vs James Toney.💯
They're both incredible ring generals and their I.Q's are off the charts. The fact that Roy Jones beat both of them tells you how special he was.💯✌
James Toney would have won that I think.
Yea James I give a slight edge 45/55
I love B-hop & Toney... B-hop nullifies opposition best attributes also.. James accurate, B-hop all-time defense...... Power James Toney...... I.Q. perhaps B-Hop...... Idk @ their heights....
@@raheemtillman1930 would have been a great match up just like Bowe vs Lewis and Mosley vs Tito.
3 fights I would have loved to see.
Amazing interview...this is a classic!!
Great conversation between two of the greatest of all-time. History right here. Roy Jones and Bernard Hopkins two excellent boxers and caretakers of boxing. Much love for both.
B HOP. Philly stand up.
R Jones. Said it best. Y’all must’ve forgot.
Respect these two LEGENDS.
bhop is really graceful and classy. God Bless Roy and Bhop ✨
I watched this interview 3 times. I love it‼️💪🏿💪🏿💪🏿
Two of the Greatest nothing but love for both of them and God bless them both!!
THis is PRICELESS....NOTHING BUT GOLD !!!!!
Wow this one nailed it Eli! Nothing but the real with these two legends.👏
This was an absolute great interview!!
Two of my favorites 👏🏼👏🏼
Love these guys, mad respect for the legends.
Two legends! So cool to hear them chop it up! Thanks El!
Two legends, showing mutual respect ... Hopkins looks like he is still in fighting shape
Love watching these older great warriors that were vicious proud go out on your shield dudes and are now humble mentors.
Outstanding interview, just Outstanding!!
This interview is an ALL TIME CLASSIC! The 2 G.O.A.T.'s chopping it up!! LEGENDS!!! AWESOME interview!
Thank you for this interview🥺
This was an incredible interview with 2 Superstar, legendary hall of farmers. God bless you two and thank you for all you have done for the sport.
This is lovely; thanks Ellie!
This is great stuff. Roy Jones and B Hop as their older selves enjoying the history they had together. I was born in 93 so I watched them as I grew up.
I did not know these two communicated with one another. Great witnessing the comradeship! I definitely would support any network or platform they are on, especially if you add Andre Ward. Also, I love them shutting down the interviewer when he tried to "Don King" the situation b/w the two...
For some strange reason, old rivals end up becoming friends I.e Benn and eubanks, tyson and holyfield. Makes me wonder if we see the current generation or just retired generation to same thing like May and pac, fury and Joshua
Great interview, Classic..
Wonderful that both get a spot in the Hall of Fame.
A lot of really good fighters are forgotten like they never existed.
What an interview....priceless buddy..!! Good job...no; great job.
Hands down your best interview Ellie
Great interview, Elie.
Elle this was one of the nicest and best videos you have captured. Love this
This is beautiful. It's super amazing to see them do an interview together bigging up each other. Great interview. 👍
Forgive me for forgetting the interviewers name, but he’s arguably the best to do it.. always amazing work.. let’s express our appreciation for his work.. 💯
Ellie Sekbach is a lil instigating, ingratiating prick. Most boxers in Vegas / LA dislike him but like a pimple on the ass, you learn to live with him.
So much respect for b hop right now. I love how they can leave it in the wring. Why should we hate each other for when we’re all just trying to get by.
Some of my best friends I made, was because we fought and respected each other. And I’d go to war with anyone of them and not worry about my back. Respect is really underrated.
Amen to both of these legends.. WOW two of my all-time favorites
This is so awesome, I could listen to some boxers talk all day! These fighters have a lot of wisdom and have reached the highest levels of boxing! Great reporting ESNEWS!
Damn Eli, you've really grown into the best in the business. Thanks for this interview.
Legendary moments!!
Love these two guys! Humble and accessible champions. Real classy dudes.
One of the best interviews ever. Great stuff.
This is beautiful coverage 👏 👌 🙌 ❤
Great shit Elie. Major props
Congrats to BHOP& Roy two of the best to ever lace’m up💕💕
Legendary interview Elie 👏🏽 Keep em coming..
Exactly B hop..you gotta have a spiritual foundation in LIFE period...for guidance and direction and In a world like this it's even more important...
Man this made me happy as hell man. B-hop is my fav fighter. And Roy was on my top too. This interview was amazing. I miss these two. Congrats to both. 😎🥊
Great interview!!!
Great interview and interviewer!! Very entertaining and engaging and funny...
Been looking for this channel. This guy is a great interviewer. Subscribed!!!
WoW 2 of the Greatest of my era ....Roy Jones Jr and Bernard Hopkins ....Hall of Famers and Bad Arse World 💯🏆🥇🏅🎖️🥊🥊💪
2 legends and giants in the game!! I love both of them. 2 of my favorite boxers!! Congrats on the HOF induction well deserved. #2Kings
Elie ur good man .. great interview. u killed it. its like we got 2 in 1.. 2 legends
I love this interview!!
Great interview!
I motion this as one of the best boxing interviews ever hands down. It’s the words of wisdom
Great interview!!🥊👍
What a great interview. These two are why I love and watch Boxing to this day.
Best in the business. a interview w/ E always just feel like a conversation, no set ups or gotchu moments SOUGHT after at all.! Respect a get u everywhere ppl. u rarely see a boxer tryna figure out how they wanna respond to a Ellie question, convo jus flow 26min gone that quick
What a great interview!
This is the content I will watch... 2 greats chomping it up with real talk
My first live fight ever fellas thanks for giving me that show it was an honor being they are witnessing in my hometown of DC
Great Job, congrats..
You the man Ellie . Great questions.. this was an epic interview…Reporting!
Good interview bra...best asked question n u didnt interrupt not one time....salute to u n both of dem 🐐🐐💪🏾
How often do you get to see two of the greatest in the game, together, respect and all. This is priceless, and will be remembered. All the crap left at the door, and recognition of each others skills and heart in the hardest place of all THE SQUARE RING...
This is absolutely beautiful...
Awesome interview man