The Joe Rogan Experience JRE MMA Show #148 with Bernard Hopkins
Oct 5, 2023
In this engaging conversation, retired boxing champion Bernard Hopkins shares his remarkable transition from fighter to boxing promoter. He offers insights into the complexities of the boxing industry, including the challenges he's faced with promoters and contract disputes. Hopkins reflects on his personal journey, revealing how his childhood and experiences in prison shaped his resilience. He discusses the importance of integrity in boxing and shares unconventional training insights that have contributed to his longevity in the sport.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Unfair Split in First Championship Fight
- Bernard Hopkins discusses his first championship fight against Roy Jones Jr., highlighting the unfair 750/725 split.
- Despite the parity clause, he received only $80,000, a fraction of the expected amount, raising concerns about exploitative practices in boxing.
Boxing's Lack of Regulation
- Boxing is unregulated, allowing those who set the rules to break them, creating an environment ripe for exploitation.
- This lack of oversight contributes to a culture of fear and discourages fighters from speaking out against unfair practices.
Boxing's Resurgence in Prison
- Hopkins's boxing journey began at nine, rekindled in prison, shaped by family influences and street fights.
- Returning to boxing in prison sparked a flame that led him to a path of self-improvement and success.