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Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao fight in Las Vegas in 2015
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Report: Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2 in the works for 2026 Netflix event

Curtis Calhoun - October 27, 2025

Boxing fans are close to seeing Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao run it back in the ring next year. After years of boxing fans clamoring for promoters to make it happen, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao finally clashed in the ‘Fight of the Century’ in 2015. It was regarded as one of the biggest fights in the sport’s history, featuring two longtime rivals.

Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez face off
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Terence Crawford dismisses comparisons to Floyd Mayweather after historic win over Canelo Alvarez

Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 14, 2025

Terence Crawford isn’t interested in hearing about comparisons to Floyd Mayweather. Crawford chased greatness in a bid for the undisputed super middleweight championship this past Saturday at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas. He challenged Canelo Alvarez for all the gold at 168 pounds. It was a sizable jump up in weight for “Bud,” but he turned in a brilliant performance to nab two 115-113 scores and one 116-112 score for the unanimous decision victory.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. enters the ring, opposite Mike Tyson at the weigh-in for his fight against Jake Paul
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Logan Paul offers his prediction for Mike Tyson vs Floyd Mayweather fight

Harry Kettle - September 10, 2025

Logan Paul has given his thoughts on what could go down between Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather in their proposed exhibition fight. As we know, Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather are reportedly set to square off at some point in spring 2026 in an exhibition boxing match. As you can imagine, this fight has been met with a lot of criticism, with many believing it’s little more than a money-grab for both men.

Daniel Cormier commentates cageside during a Dana White's Contender Series event
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Daniel Cormier points out significant problem with 'ridiculous' Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Mike Tyson announcement

Curtis Calhoun - September 5, 2025

UFC Hall of Famer Daniel Cormier isn’t buying what Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Mike Tyson are selling in their upcoming exhibition. Boxing Hall of Famers Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Mike Tyson rocked the boxing world when they announced an exhibition fight for Spring 2026. Despite Mayweather and Tyson’s size discrepancies, the two all-time greats will fight in an eight-round bout next year.

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Jack Della Maddalena plans to channel Floyd Mayweather in UFC 315 title fight

BJ Penn Staff - May 9, 2025

Australian knockout puncher Jack Della Maddalena will get his first crack at a world title when he takes on welterweight champion Belal Muhammad at UFC 315 this Saturday. Ahead of time, most fans agree that Della Maddalena probably has an edge in the striking, while Muhammad should be the more effective grappler.

Jon Jones, Floyd Mayweather
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UFC commentator argues Jon Jones has "already pushed himself beyond" Floyd Mayweather

BJ Penn Staff - December 4, 2024

Jon Jones has already achieve more as a professional fighter than boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr., according to UFC commentator Jon Anik. Anik, who provides play-by-play on the majority of UFC broadcasts, discussed Jones’ legacy in a recent interview with MMA Junkie. He compared the MMA star to Mayweather and Joe Calzaghe, both of whom retired with undefeated records.

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Joe Rogan agrees with Floyd Mayweather firing referee mid-fight: "The first referee was terrible"

Fernando Quiles Jr. - September 4, 2024

UFC color commentator Joe Rogan believes Floyd Mayweather made the right call tossing the first referee in his exhibition boxing match with John Gotti III. Mayweather and Gotti may have entered their rematch as bitter enemies, but the two both agreed that the first official in the ring was a nuisance. The referee in question halted the action due to an erroneous foul call on Mayweather. He was also quite slow when the action was disrupted, leading “Money” to have the referee replaced mid-fight.

Oscar De La Hoya, Floyd Mayweather
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Oscar De La Hoya pushes Floyd Mayweather against "embarrassing" boxing exhibitions: "Put your legacy first!"

Curtis Calhoun - September 2, 2024

Oscar De La Hoya feels Floyd Mayweather’s exhibition boxing career is impacting his overall legacy inside the ring. Mayweather wrapped up his professional boxing career in 2017, finishing UFC superstar Conor McGregor in an unprecedented crossover fight. Since his professional retirement, he’s remained active in exhibition bouts, most recently facing John Gotti III last month.

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Floyd Mayweather dominates John Gotti III in chaotic rematch (Highlights)

Chris Taylor - August 24, 2024

Floyd Mayweather and John Gotti III will be looking to settle their beef inside the squared circle this evening in Mexico City. Mayweather and Gotti previously squared off last June in Miami with the bout ending in a controversial no-contest.

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Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III rematch set for August 24th in Mexico

Josh Evanoff - June 20, 2024

It seems that boxing legend Floyd Mayweather will be running it back with John Gotti III later this summer. ‘Money’ has remained retired as a professional boxer since his 2017 knockout win over Conor McGregor. However, in the years since then, Floyd Mayweather has continued to compete in exhibition boxing matches. Since December 2018, the former champion has faced everyone from Logan Paul to Tenshin Nasukawa.

Jorge Masvidal, Logan Paul
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Jorge Masvidal targets Logan Paul, Floyd Mayweather next with rematch win vs. Nate Diaz

Curtis Calhoun - June 19, 2024

Former UFC star Jorge Masvidal has a pair of ambitious callouts in mind should he defeat Nate Diaz in their July 6 boxing match. Masvidal and Diaz will clash in a rematch of their UFC 244 BMF battle, this time in the boxing ring as opposed to the cage. After defeating Diaz at UFC 244, Masvidal is looking to put their rivalry in the rear-view mirror in a triumphant fighting return.

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REPORT | Floyd Mayweather set to return in Mexico in rematch against heated rival

Josh Evanoff - May 14, 2024

The great Floyd Mayweather is reportedly set to once again return to the boxing ring. ‘Money’ is in an incredibly weird position in his career, and overall life. Floyd Mayweather famously retired from professional boxing after a knockout victory over Conor McGregor in August 2017. However, the boxer hasn’t stayed away from the ring. Instead, Mayweather has been competing in exhibition matches.

Manny Pacquiao, Floyd Mayweather
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Floyd Mayweather slams Manny Pacquiao for prematurely announcing rematch: "Time and a place"

Josh Evanoff - February 20, 2024

It appears that boxing legend Floyd Mayweather is unhappy with Manny Pacquiao’s announcement in December. At RIZIN 45 late last year, Manny Pacquiao was in attendance. Midway through the show, the previously retired boxer headed into the ring alongside promoter Nobuyuki Sakakibara. There, the former eight-division champion confirmed plans to fight in 2024 and even announced plans to rematch Floyd Mayweather.

Manny Pacquiao, Floyd Mayweather
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RIZIN announces Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao 2 for 2024

Josh Evanoff - January 2, 2024

It appears that boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao will be running it back in RIZIN. ‘PacMan’ appeared at RIZIN 45 over the weekend for a special appearance. While Manny Pacquiao didn’t fight anyone, he did make an important announcement about his boxing future. Standing alongside promoter Nobuyuki Sakakibara, he announced a rematch with Floyd Mayweather.

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Floyd Mayweather announces boxing rematch with John Gotti III: "Unfinished Business"

Cole Shelton - November 17, 2023

Floyd Mayweather and John Gotti III will be running it back. Mayweather and Gotti III boxed in June and the fight was stopped and ruled a No Contest after the two continued to trash talk one another instead of actually boxing. After the two weren’t listening to the ref and continued to go at one another, the fight was stopped, which caused chaos as both teams jumped into the ring and a brawl started.

John Gotti III and Floyd Mayweather
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John Gotti III reveals Floyd Mayweather rematch is targeted for October: "It was the most googled thing in the whole world"

Josh Evanoff - June 21, 2023

Believe it or not, John Gotti III vs. Floyd Mayweather 2 is somehow on the table. ‘Money’ had yet another exhibition bout earlier this month in Florida. While Floyd Mayweather has continued to compete in an exhibition capacity, the vast majority of these bouts have been treated as little more than sparring sessions. Over the last few years, the boxer has faced YouTubers such as Logan Paul and Deji.

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Pros react after Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III ends in wild brawl

Harry Kettle - June 12, 2023

A handful of fighters have given their thoughts following the brawl that came after Floyd Mayweather vs John Gotti III last weekend. As many fans know, Floyd Mayweather has spent a lot of time doing exhibition boxing matches in recent years. The unbeaten 50-0 star may no longer compete as a professional, but he certainly hasn’t given up on having some fun in the ring.

Floyd Mayweather, John Gotti
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Floyd Mayweather vs. John Gotti III ends in DQ prompting wild in-ring brawl (Video)

Harry Kettle - June 12, 2023

Floyd Mayweather vs John Gotti III ended in a disqualification this weekend, prompting a crazy in-ring brawl between both parties. This past weekend, Floyd Mayweather once again took part in an exhibition boxing match. Ever since hanging up his gloves as a professional, ‘Money’ has been living up to his moniker by holding lucrative exhibitions across the globe. From Deji to Logan Paul to Aaron Chalmers and beyond, many have had the honor of standing across the ring from him.