Roy Jones Jr.: UFC Streaming Partnership Could Lead to Fight vs. Anderson Silva

Boxing legend Roy Jones Jr. suggested Saturday that his new deal with UFC could potentially lead to a dream fight against UFC legend Anderson Silva.

In an interview with TMZ Sports, Jones discussed his contract with UFC President Dana White, which will result in UFC streaming 72 boxing events under the Roy Jones Jr.'s Boxing Promotions banner over the course of three years:

When asked if the deal could make Jones vs. Silva a reality, Jones said, "I don't see why it wouldn't happen, but that's still a question for Dana."

Back in January, Jones told TMZ Sports that he and Silva had agreed to fight each other and only needed White's blessing to make it happen.

While the fight still hasn't occurred, the fact that both Jones and Silva now have an official relationship with the UFC means it may be closer to taking place.

The 49-year-old Jones owns a career professional boxing record of 66-9, and he continues to compete, as he last faced Scott Sigmon in a winning effort in February.

Silva, 43, is 34-8 as a pro mixed martial artist, and he was the longest-reigning champion in UFC history, holding the UFC middleweight title for 2,457 days.

After going winless in five straight fights from 2013 to 2016, Silva finally got back on track last year when he beat Derek Brunson by unanimous decision at UFC 208.

Although a fight between Jones and Silva wouldn't drum up the same interest as Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Conor McGregor did, it could be a coup for UFC's streaming service.

It isn't clear what rules would be in place for a potential Jones vs. Silva clash, but given their remarkable resumes, it is a bout that both boxing and MMA fans may be inclined to watch.