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For Floyd Mayweather Jr., it’s always the best that ‘The Money’ can buy. From prime properties to multi-million-dollar jets and whatnot, the world’s richest boxer is known for his king-size lifestyle. So it’s understandable that for a high-flying celebrity like him, personal safety for himself and family members becomes non-negotiable. To ensure this, he has hired some of the best personnel available, who are all employed as part of his “The Money Team (TMT)”. Surrounded by big, heavy-set men, Mayweather Jr. is renowned for marking an enigmatic entry. However, it appears that affluent living often comes at a price.

Mayweather Jr. and his family often find themselves under the public gaze. Sometimes it leads to awkward situations, even when the former world champion would like to have some uninterrupted personal time. In the latest, a delicate situation unfolded when some passersby tried to record Mayweather Jr. as he strolled down a pavement in South Beach, Florida. However, to their utter surprise, the former champion’s security detail immediately intervened, insisting on stopping the filming.

Cease what you’re doing!

Online entertainment channel ‘The Bread Batch’ shared the video some time ago. It featured some passengers in a vehicle who caught sight of the unbeaten former champion. “For really…that Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather…” they conversed among themselves. However, one of the ‘TMT’ bodyguards immediately noticed. “You’re about to crash,” he said.

What?” slowing down the vehicle, the occupants asked as they tried to gauge what he meant. The security guard was now walking towards them. As it increasingly became clear that he had been objecting to their recording, they retorted, “It doesn’t matter; we got the money; we’re outside; we can film; we got money.” You tryin to get froggy fam? We got you tryin to get froggy fam. What? I’m recording, bro.” Mayweather Jr.’s bodyguard asked, “Why you recording?

Finally, stopping, one of the car occupants further insisted, “I can record anytime I want to, bro.” The situation became a bit confusing thereafter. It appears one of the passengers got out to speak with the Mayweather bodyguard. The camera angle wasn’t steady as the footage ended.

Though not sure whether he was one of the vehicle occupants, in the second sequence of the video, a person called out Floyd Mayweather Jr. for the clampdown attempt. “Floyd, think you running this sh*t; think you above the law. Even the policeman can’t even stop us from recording. That’s our right to record anything in public,” they said.

Given the fact that the matter encroaches upon the issues related to consent, followers seem to be divided along these lines.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. and his modern-day Pretorian Guards

Die-hard fans may not have forgotten the ‘Form Voltron’ that Floyd Mayweather Jr. yelled during the press conference of the Conor McGregor fight in 2017. Over the years, especially following his retirement, Floyd Mayweather’s arrivals under close protection seem to have gained a distinct following.

Given the fact that he is often found traveling with big loads of hard cash, a cover by a well-trained detail of guards becomes all the more significant. Though unconfirmed, there are reports that suggest the presence of requirements that are needed for a professional guard to join ‘The Money Team’. It seems once in the team they earn six-figure salaries for their services.

Boxing is a demanding sport. The wear and tear that a boxer acquires in their boxing career stays with him till the end of their life. The damages are not only physical but also affect the mental health of the fighter. Over the years, there have been countless cases of a retired boxer suffering from random mood swings, rage reactions, and even chronic traumatic problems.

This is the case with almost every combat sport. The career can pass on an adrenaline high, but the scares begin to appear as the rush dies down. That is why a successful career after retirement for a boxer is not only a rarity but also a surprise. Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather is one of the few examples who has turned their fortunes around after retirement and it impresses even American actor Michael Jai White.

Moves that nobody knows about

During a sit-down interview with Ukrainian host DJ Vlad, the conversation shifted to the often grim realities that boxers face after retirement. Vlad delved into how the physical and mental toll of the sport leaves fighters struggling long after their careers end, pointing out that the average person would want to avoid such a fate at all costs. The interviewer then zeroed in on Floyd Mayweather, one of the sport’s biggest names, and asked White for his opinion on Mayweather’s post-retirement career.

White was impressed and a tad bit surprised by how ‘Money’ handled his career after retirement. We know about the business ventures and exhibition fights Mayweather has participated in since his retirement. But according to the American actor, that is just the tip of the surface. “He is making moves nobody ever gonna know about. He’s doing so many things. So, he is playing chess man. I can’t think of any other boxer who’s done and still doing things that he is doing,” the Never Back Down star stated.

He further acknowledged the smart moves Mayweather has made post-retirement and how impressively the latter has showcased his life to the outside world. “He presents something on the surface that everybody’s focused on. But that is just a subterfuge for doing things you wanna do,” added the actor in an impressed manner.

Well, this is not the first time that chess has been associated with Mayweather. A few years ago, the boxer himself admitted that chess is an important part of his life and has saved him countless times.

Chess saved Floyd Mayweather’s life

In 2013, after his World championship victory over Canelo Alvarez, Mayweather appeared in a reality TV show. In the show, Money talked about the positive impact of chess, not only on his life but on the lives of every kid in a tough neighborhood. ” You’ve got to understand, for kids in a tough neighborhood, chess is the only way out,” the world champion stated.

According to Mayweather, chess is the only way for these young kids to tackle life problems. It gives them a perspective and opens a few doors for their future.

 

He still got it,” John Gotti III declared as he embraced Floyd Mayweather after their entertaining 8-round fight. The 50-0 fighter indeed displayed those skills and fleeting moments of excellence, which made him a household name in his heyday. His shoulder roll, quick head movement, and the visuals of him landing a combination and then pulling away from the opponent’s reach, all evoked a cheer from the crowd. If a full-packed Arena CDMX is any indication, ‘The Best Ever’ still holds sway over fans, and therefore, it won’t be long before he again steps into the boxing ring. But the question remains. Against whom?

Mayweather, at 47, still looks fresh in the ring and has now mastered the art of pushing his foe in an exhibition fight and riding on the wave of fans’ cheers, enthusiasm, and excitement. For sure, it could be a big event next time. What about the idea of ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’ vs. ‘Pretty Boy,’ a clash between a man who only knows how to decimate and a fighter who knows how to stay elusive?

Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather: a clash of titans

A couple of ago, Mayweather hinted at the possibility of going blow-to-blow with Mike Tyson. Their different decades of activity and different weight classes hindered their hypothetical showdown when they were active. But now that exhibition matches are all the rage, it could be an opportunity to give fans a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. After all, it could be one of the biggest fights in boxing history.

It’s a matchup that will attract eyeballs. It’s the epitome of a brawler vs. technician contest, where fans will keep their eyes glued to the screens so as not to miss a single moment of action. Every power punch could be evaded with swift leg moments, and every feeble counter-punch could be met with a thunderous blow. Not to mention their huge fan bases.

It has everything that a boxing fan craves. But Tyson is closing in on 60 and despite his willingness to don boxing gloves, his health concerns remain. If that happens, Mayweather could try to lay his hands on one of the hottest properties in the combat sports world, Jake Paul.

Sweeping the Paul family: ingredient of a revenge match

Paul, 27, has stirred the boxing landscape ever since he made his pro debut. While there were initial doubts about his boxing prowess and his ability to sustain himself in the sweet science, he has converted his fights into big paychecks. A fight between the rising star in boxing and one of the modern greats of boxing could be a fight to look out for. What’s more, there is a history of bad blood between the two and an angle of revenge, as Logan Paul got plummeted when he fought the former four-division champion in 2021.

More than a bout for supremacy, their fight could turn out to be an affair where ‘Problem Child’ finally cements his place in the boxing world and where Mayweather could leave the arena with more balance in his bank account. It’s a win-win situation for the two. But there is skepticism about the younger of the Paul brothers accepting a fight with a boxer, which could make him look bad in the boxing ring. Moreover, there are other two names that the fans want to see in the ring against the Michigan native.

Allure of high-profile rematches: Conor McGregor and Manny Pacquiao

It has been 7 years since Conor McGregor, and Mayweather shattered boxing records. Both were at the peak of their marketability, and it helped them rack up hundreds of millions. Since then, there have been rumors of them sharing the ring again, mostly sparked by the Irish fighter’s zeal to make a fight while his UFC career is at a standstill. However, he remains a draw and one of the biggest names in combat sports, and the fans will flock to the arena to see whether ‘Notorious’ could avenge his TKO loss to Mayweather after these many years.

Alternatively, Mayweather could give fans another classic affair by agreeing to a rematch with Manny Pacquiao. ‘PacMan’ did announce at a Rizin event last year that the two were about to meet inside the squared circle somewhere in 2025. Millions streamed their fight back in 2015, and the fans still want to see how a healthy Pacquiao would fare against Mayweather. Interestingly, the Filipino is in talks to make a professional return this year. Then a rematch with Mayweather might not remain a dream.

 

Floyd Mayweather is a polarizing guy. Some see him as the progenitor of many of the problems with modern boxing, including boxers ducking tough matchups and money becoming the most important factor in the sport. On the other hand, even his worst critics will agree that his defense was probably the greatest in boxing history.

A few would even argue he is the greatest boxer of all time because of his defensive wizardry and perfect, undefeated record. However, that distinction is already taken.  Muhammad Ali, nicknamed simply ‘The Greatest’ is, as his moniker suggests, widely considered the greatest boxer of all time. And while Ali was not undefeated like Mayweather, no one can accuse him of ever ducking a fight, not to mention the historically great opponents he faced in his career. However, now that Mayweather is retired and has embarked on an exhibition career, that is at least one aspect where even Mayweather himself will not claim he is near the former heavyweight champ.

Mayweather’s age will cause him to never approach Muhammad Ali’s exhibition record

Floyd Mayweather is gearing up to face John Gotti III in an exhibition this Saturday after their first exhibition ended in disaster. Since retiring in 2017 with a 50-0 record, ‘Money Mayweather’ has fought in seven exhibition matches and it seems he doesn’t plan on stopping anytime soon.

However, one thing is clear- while he may have a better professional record than Ali, and may even be in the GOAT conversation, the numbers are not even close when it comes to exhibitions. Ali, after all, was one of the most prolific exhibition boxers of all time, having fought in over 100 exhibitions throughout his life. Needless to say, there is virtually no chance that the Mayweather, who is already 47 will ever come close to fighting in as many exhibitions as ‘The Greatest’.

Not to mention that Ali fought in a few exhibitionists against wrestlers under modified or mixed rules, which some see as the ancestral antecedents of the sport of mixed martial arts. The results of the exhibitions are mostly irrelevant since most of them are non-scored bouts.

But for what it is worth, Mayweather has a slightly better record than Ali in the exhibitions that were scored. ‘Money Mayweather’s current exhibition record stands at 3-0, Ali’s is 1-3. However as far as significance and the sheer number of exhibitions fought is concerned, Mayweather can never hope to come close to Muhammad Ali. However, in their pro career, ‘Money Mayweather’ thinks he has indeed proven himself better than ‘The Greatest’.

Floyd Mayweather believes ‘Canelo’ win makes him the GOAT

Humility is not Floyd Mayweather’s strongest suit. As fans well know, the Olympic silver medalist has called himself the greatest ever many times, even saying he was better than Ali. But Mayweather, firmly convinced of his greatness, believes he is better than Ali. In a recent interview, the former multiple-division champ, in quite mild terms, explained why he felt he had left Ali behind.

“I take my hat off to guys like Muhammad Ali… My career was a little bit different. Whereas when you look at Muhammad Ali’s career when he was 36 [years old], he lost to Leon Spinks. When I was 36, I fought a young lion like Canelo [Alvarez],” Mayweather said.

Needless to say, not many fight fans are convinced. After all, Ali fought the toughest challengers, some of whom, like Joe FrazierGeorge Foreman, and Larry Holmes are among the greatest to ever grace the sport. There is a reason that the era Ali fought in, is called the golden era of boxing.

Is Conor McGregor done with the UFC? The Irish MMA icon has been the talk of the MMA sphere ever since his fight against Michael Chandler at UFC 303 on June 29 fell through due to a foot injury suffered by McGregor. Now, the speculation has reached a fever pitch regarding McGregor’s long-awaited return to the cage as he’s been out of action since 2021 when he broke his leg against Dustin Poirier at UFC 264.

‘The Notorious’ has been actively sharing training updates on social media. He recently also asked UFC CEO Dana White to set up a fight for him in December. But amidst all this, Conor McGregor has also been sharing cryptic messages and hashtags asking for his ‘freedom’. So, does this mean he’s looking to get out of his contract? Will he pursue a boxing match against Floyd Mayweather once again? Let’s dive into the situation and explore the open possibilities for arguably the most famous man in the world of mixed martial arts!

Conor McGregor asks Dana White to be ‘free’ from UFC contract

Earlier this year, when the MMA world was buzzing with excitement about Conor McGregor’s UFC 303 clash against Michael Chandler, the Irishman had indicated that he was looking to renegotiate his contract with the promotion. He’d stated on a Duelbits live chat that he’s looking to fight 3 times in 2024, but his contract would need adjusting for that to become a reality.

McGregor said, “I have two fights left on my UFC contract. We’re currently in negotiation stage with the UFC. Let’s see what happens. Let’s see what takes place.” However, with the toe injury derailing the Chandler fight, McGregor has now seemingly switched up his demands.

In a recent cryptic post on X, ‘The Notorious’ stated, “When I get free.” This has left the MMA sphere scratching their heads, trying to decipher what his intentions are behind the post. However, that is just another ‘breadcrumb’ on the trail of hints that the Irishman has been leaving online. In multiple posts on X and Instagram, McGregor has been using “#FreetheMac”.

This has now made the situation even more intriguing as in a recent conversation with SportsNet, UFC boss Dana White was firm in his stance on McGregor fighting in 2024. White had shared that, “As of right now, I believe that Conor will not fight this year. Conor’s saying he wants to fight, he wants to fight in December. We’ll see how it plays out.”

Even Michael Chandler, who’s been waiting for the McGregor fight since their time as coaches on TUF 31 was open to the idea of fighting the Irishman in December. With McGregor hinting at wanting to be free from the chains of the UFC, it remains to be seen if their bout materializes at the end of the year. Because if the UFC boss does give in to the calls to ‘FreetheMac’, an exhibition boxing match against Floyd Mayweather may become a reality for Conor McGregor!

Floyd Mayweather turns down exhibition bout offer against Julio Cesar Chavez Sr.

Conor McGregor was Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s last opponent as a professional. In the historic bout in 2017, Mayweather improved his record to 50-0 by stopping the Irishman via TKO in the 10th round. The fight drew a head-spinning amount of viewers securing 4.3 million PPV buys as reported by Brian Campbell of CBS Sports!

Since then, Mayweather has been taking on exhibition fights all over the world against names like Tenshin Nasukawa, Logan Paul, Mikuru Asakura, and more. He recently faced off against John Gotti III in Mexico after their previous exhibition match in 2023 was stopped by the referee in the sixth round, which led to an all-out brawl between both boxer’s teams.

Before the ‘rematch’ against Gotti, Mayweather had seemingly shown an interest in taking on the legendary Mexican boxer, Julio Cesar Chavez Sr. in another exhibition bout. After the fight against Gotti ended, ‘Money’ had a change of heart. Showing his respect for the 62-year-old legend, Mayweather stated, “He’s older now and if I do an exhibition with him, it’s not going to look good for me. He’s one of the legends that I look up to and he paved the way for me.”

So, with Mayweather now free and looking for an opponent, it does add some weight to Conor McGregor’s demands for freedom. After all, their first fight was the second-highest PPV buy in boxing history only dwarfed by Mayweather vs. Pacquiao!

Mayweather vs. McGregor 2 in the future?

With all that being said, is it likely that we get to see Conor McGregor vs Floyd Mayweather 2 sometime soon? It’s hard to tell, but McGregor’s demands for freedom seem to indicate that he is looking for glory beyond the confines of the Octagon.

McGregor is currently 36 years old and hasn’t won a fight in the UFC since he finished Donald Cerrone via TKO at UFC 246 in 2020. He also holds the record for two of the highest live gates in UFC history with UFC 229 and UFC 205 both making over $17 million dollars. So, the UFC and Dana White might not be too keen on the calls of ‘FreetheMac’ with two fights still remaining on his contract.

However, his fight against Floyd Mayweather Jr. reportedly netted him a purse of around $130 million and Mayweather walked away with a reported $280 million, so it does make sense why he’d be interested in trying to exit the UFC. But McGregor’s path to freedom isn’t as simple as walking away. With two fights still on his UFC contract, he may have to step back into the Octagon before he can break free and pursue other ventures.

Whenever Floyd Mayweather Jr. hits the boxing ring and wants to spar, he trusts one person to hold the mitts and instruct him. There have been very few who could impress him with their pad work, and it seems his eyes sparked when he first asked Crystal Thomas to do it for him. The fans regularly spot them breaking a sweat in the gym or indulging in intense training sessions, with Thomas guiding and helping the 50-0 boxer. That’s not it.

Thomas continues to pop up and attract eyeballs for her association with other top fighters from Mayweather Promotions, like Curmel Moton. So, the boxing fans are always eager for details about her and her life. If you are also such a fan; scroll down, and you can find it out.

All we know about Crystal Thomas and her background

Thomas is from Michigan and moved to Las Vegas to work with Mayweather Promotions over a year ago. She is a first-generation American, and her parents came to America from Iraq. She is a Chaldean, which is a small Catholic minority from Iraq. But when did her fascination for boxing start? Thomas initially picked boxing as a hobby and started training in January 2021. It was around that time that she started taking clients. While her boxing journey has been only 3 years long, she has already carved out a space for herself.

Interstingly, Thomas never thought in her wildest dreams that boxing would turn out to be a career path. After all, she graduated with a master’s in social work in 2020 and was a school social worker who loved working with kids. In a conversation with Behind The Boxer Magazine, Thomas said, “I always loved working with kids, and I was always an athlete growing up. So being able to work with kids and still do it in an athletic way is what made it even better for me.”

When she started boxing to improve her cardio, she soon found her calling in mitts rather than the punching bag. The Michigan resident had once put on the pads for a session with one of her friends. She still recalls the sensation and once disclosed, “I was like, ‘Damn, I kind of like doing this. I kind of like doing this more than hit the pad’. So it just came. I think it chose me.”

What started as a hobby has now put her in touch with one of the boxing greats. Thomas now works with ‘Money’ and the new crop of Mayweather Promotions stars. But how did the two ever link up in the first place?

How did Crystal Thomas start working with Floyd Mayweather?

Thomas went down memory lane and pointed out that it happened out of the blue. It was a random occurrence. What made her stand out was her zeal to learn and learn more. She narrated the incident where she decided to take the leap of faith first and initiated the conversation, introducing herself and her passion for knowledge.

Thomas admitted, “It was actually really random. When I had met Floyd, I mentioned that I wanted to learn, you know. I came to him and said, ‘Hey, I’m a boxing trainer, I live in Michigan, and I just want to grow. I want to learn more’. And he said, ‘Okay’. Well, [he] asked me to show him some of my work and I was like, ‘Alright’.”

Mayweather Jr., 47, offered her to come to Vegas, and he promised to “get things rolling.” And the world knows the rest. She has taken pointers from Floyd Mayweather Sr., trained with top fighters, and even introduced kids to the basics of boxing since she joined the Mayweather Promotions. But the experience of working with Mayweather Jr. as his trainer tops it all.

Blessings!!! Extremely grateful to be able to soak up knowledge from the GOAT. Floyd always pushes everyone to be great.” That’s what Thomas has to say about working with him. The two are currently putting in extra hours to ensure ‘Pretty Boy’ is in top condition when he faces John Gotti III in a much-anticipated rematch on August 24.

The Terence Crawford– Canelo Alvarez face-off remains an elusive dream. However, until the fight is on the horizon, there shouldn’t be any harm in discussing it as if the fight were happening for real. From whether the match should happen at all to its tentative outcomes, social media is rife with a multitude of talks and discussions. The general consensus is that, unless the fight takes place at a catchweight, Canelo Alvarez, as the top dog of the division, stands a better chance of winning.

For whatever is said and done, as a welterweight, Terence Crawford might have to follow Jermell Charlo‘s suit. Only the former’s would be a three-division jump, not two like Charlo. In fact, the weight difference remains the key challenge hindering the fight. But when reached out for his views on the Crawford-Alvarez match-up, former world champion Timothy Bradley believes the Nebraskan can turn the tables on the Mexican. Only he might have to take down some notes from the playbook Floyd Mayweather Jr. left many summers ago.

So soon after Timothy Bradley wrapped up his response to the FightHype reporter’s query on the upcoming Terence Crawford and Israil Madrimov came the next poser on Canelo Alvarez. The reporter asked, “People were saying that he wouldn’t fight Crawford regardless of any type of money.” Bradley immediately took up Jermell Charlo’s example. The ‘Iron Man’ scaled up two divisions to meet Canelo Alvarez. But the fact remained that he just barely managed to survive against the Mexican icon’s onslaught. But that’s not the case with Terence Crawford. He is one of the pound-for-pound best boxers in the world. Whereas Charlo has never been ranked likewise.

‘Bud’ has been chasing Alvarez for some time now, Bradley said. But more significantly, the ‘Desert Storm’ stressed that Crawford could in fact make the grade against the super middleweight champion. Like everyone else, he has his concerns since Canelo Alvarez is a powerful hitter. However, one only needs to look at what Floyd Mayweather Jr. did when he took on the Mexican champion back in 2013.

Delivering a boxing clinic, Mayweather Jr. completely outboxed and outclassed Canelo Alvarez. So, Bradley stressed, skill-wise, Crawford shares a lot of similarities with ‘The Money’. “I mean as long as he’s not catching too many of them and he’s using his legs and his athleticism and defense to get out of the way, he should be able to beat Canelo man. Slow plotting forward, good jab, got good quickness, you know, throws a lot of hooks, cord, just get away from all of those, get underneath them, bro, he should be able to beat Canelo,“ said the ‘Desert Storm’ during the conversation. However, as it appears, ‘Tim’ Bradley may not be the only one with umpteen faith in ‘Bud’ Crawford’s skills.

Believers in brilliance

Oleksandr Usyk has also opined that Terence Crawford will win if ever the fight with Canelo Alvarez comes. ‘The Cat’ was speaking with Steve Kim and Mario Lopez on ”The 3 Knockdown Rule’. He especially mentioned Crawford’s skills as a switch hitter. He said, “I like Terrence; it’s… my friend, but it’s it’s crazy man. Listen, I… I say Terence win yes, …Terence win, but listen, Terence, it’s different, man. Terence work in two… two sides—right and left, but it’s it’s very smart, man. It’s very, very, very smart, but feel distance and the place…”

‘The 3 Knockdown Rule’ hosts, however, didn’t allow the Ukrainian champion to go away so easily. They quizzed him about the apparent weight difference between the two. The first undisputed heavyweight champion of this century couldn’t help but agree; the Mexican champion came off a bit bigger on the physical side. He is also a fantastic boxer. So, when push comes to shove, Terence Crawford would still emerge as the winner stressed Usyk.

If this fight comes to fruition, it will undoubtedly earn a place among legendary bouts like Floyd Mayweather Jr.- Manny Pacquiao’s ‘Fight of the Century’ or Tyson Fury and Oleksandr Usyk’s ‘Ring of Fire’. That is the kind of impact the Terence Crawford and Canelo Alvarez fight carries. But the bigger question still remains. Will that fight ever come to fruition? So many, from some of boxing’s key stakeholders to fans, want to see two of the biggest faces of boxing clash.

Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather’s latest exhibition fight will take place against Victor Ortiz, who he controversially KO’d in 2011.

Mayweather retired from professional competition with a flawless record of 50-0 after stopping UFC legend Conor McGregor but has since been involved in several big million exhibition bouts. According to ESPN, the 47-year-old is now set to face Ortiz on August 24 at the Plaza de Toros Mexico in Mexico City, the largest bullring in the world.

Their first fight ended in controversy after Mayweather KO’d Ortiz with ‘cheap shots’. Ortiz was deducted a point after hitting Mayweather with an illegal headbutt, which prompted him to hug his rival seemingly in an attempt to apologise. Mayweather then hit Ortiz with two punches that took him by surprise, which led to the end of the fight.

Mayweather was then pressed about his sportsmanship, to which he responded: “In the ring, you have to protect yourself at all times. After it happened, we touched gloves and we were back to fighting and then I threw the left hook and right hand after the break. You just gotta protect yourself at all times.”

The boxing legend has taken part in seven exhibition fights since retiring from boxing, with his last outing against John Gotti III, the grandson of notorious mobster John Gotti, ending in an all-out brawl. Mayweather has also fought the likes of reality TV star Aaron Chalmers and YouTuber Logan Paul in un-scored bouts.

Mayweather has claimed he makes around $15-20million for all of his exhibition bouts, but his fight with Paul sold over one-million pay-per-view buys and saw him pocket a massive $65million. Ortiz, 37, retired from boxing two years ago with a professional record 33-7-3 after beating Todd Manuel in his last fight.

 

The ongoing beef between Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis and his ex-promoter Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather is sizzling hotter than a grill at a summer BBQ! And guess what? The latest juicy slice of drama from Tank aimed at Money seems to have Shakur Stevenson‘s fingerprints all over it! But what does Shakur Stevenson have to do with their beef?

Well, the thing is, not that long ago, Gervonta Davis took shots at the former five division champion, revealing ‘Money’ was facing money issues in Dubai, and was stuck there because of it. Now, Mayweather wasn’t going to take it lying down, so he responded by sharing a clip of ‘Sugar’ Stevenson in his Instagram story, where the Newark native urged Davis to accept the fight. Now, cut to Sunday, and the whole thing bubbled up again when Davis tweeted he would fight Vasyl Lomachenko next.

Hours earlier, following Lomachenko’s utter dominance over George Kambosos Jr, Gervonta Davis hopped on X to write in a now deleted tweet, “He’s after Frank..let me get Frank first.” Seeing Davis plan another fight that doesn’t involve him Stevenson couldn’t resist as he wrote, back, “He’s on the other side tho.” However, this wasn’t enough to get a rise out of Davis, so Stevenson went a step further.

In a following tweet, Stevenson shared Davis’ clip, where ‘Tank’ can be seen dancing with a rather feminine aura. Stevenson captioned the clip, “Says this guy.” This seems to have been the last straw that sent Davis over the edge. He promptly responded in a now deleted tweet, “Floyd called you and made you make a video you did it knowing he don’t f**k w you..you definitely a d**k eater and do everything ni**as tell you to do.”

Davis and Mayweather’s relationship could really have a solid rom-com, just look at their history. Following Davis’ win over Rolly Romero, the undefeated boxer split with Mayweather’s promotion and started working with guidance from Al Haymon. Since then, the duo has both shown respect and hate against each other on several occasions. The best example would be what happened during the Ryan Garcia fight last year.

‘Tank’ Davis accuses Floyd Mayweather of kicking him out 

Just last year, the Baltimore native fought Garcia in a second fight since separating from Mayweather. However, he was still training for the fight in Mayweather’s gym, something that seems to have irked the former champion, Davis claimed. In a tweet Garcia had written, “You always act like you got some info. Shut your a** up already.”

“You basically are just a shaderoom [gossip] page, relax. I heard some stuff about you as well,” Garcia continued. In response, Davis wrote, “What? That Floyd’s petty a** said I couldn’t use his gym anymore. I don’t give a f***!… Nah, it’s not what I heard, it’s what I know, chump!” Despite this, on the night of the fight, Floyd Mayweather was ring side to support his former prodigy.

 

Floyd Mayweather Jr. is a retired American boxer who commenced his professional journey in 1996, soon after winning a Bronze medal in the 1996 Atlanta Olympics. In a two-decade-long career that ended in 2017, besides remaining undefeated, Mayweather Jr. emerged as the dominant money-spinning boxer of the era.

He secured 15 major world titles in his long and illustrious career. Even though he has retired from professional boxing, Mayweather continues to dazzle fans with his impeccable boxing skills in exhibition fights. Apart from that, Mayweather, using his shrewd business acumen, continues to make investments in a variety of profitable ventures as he continues to be the “richest boxer in the world”.

Floyd Mayweather’s early life

Born Floyd Joy Sinclair, records state Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s date of birth as February 24, 1977.  He was born to Floyd Mayweather Senior and  Deborah Sinclair. Floyd’s mother, Deborah Sinclair, is of Jamaican ancestry.

Not much information is available about her details, such as her date of birth, life, etc. But, by and large, she keeps herself away from the limelight that hogs her world-famous son constantly. On the other end, Mayweather Jr. shared a difficult relationship with his father. Senior was involved in training Junior during his budding years.

But as a professional, their relations went through on-off phases. Floyd’s place of birth is Grand Rapids, Michigan. ‘Money’ has one half-brother Justin Mayweather Jones, and three sisters Fannie Orr, Deltricia Tawanna Howard, and Fatimah Mayweather.

For his schooling, Floyd went to Ottawa Hills High School. But it seems that he didn’t complete his education, dropping out while in high school. Hailing from a family of boxers, he started learning the ropes of the ‘Sweet Science’ at the age of seven, and the rest is history!

Roger Mayweather, Floyd’s uncle, left a lasting impression on the boxing champion. A former world champion, he took up the responsibility of training his nephew in 2000 and remained his trainer till 2012. Sadly ‘Black Mamba’ passed away in 2020.

Floyd Mayweather’s wife and children

Floyd Mayweather Jr. has four kids: Koraun, Zion, Jirah, and Iyanna. Out of the four, the first three were born to his late ex-girlfriend Josie Harris. While Iyanna was born to Melissia Brim. Mayweather adopted Devion Cromwell, Brim’s son from an earlier relationship. As of now, he remains unmarried. From 1995 to 2005, he was in a relationship with Josie Harris. Their relationship, most of the time, ran into rough weather.

Reportedly, while still in a relationship with Harris, ‘Money’ met Melissia Brim. The pair broke up in 2000, a few months after Iyanna’s birth. It is very difficult to ascertain who he is currently dating. According to the latest reports, he was last seen cozying up to his on-and-off girlfriend Gallienne Nabila at a Clippers game.

Floyd Mayweather’s net worth 2024

Celebrity Net Worth shows Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s net worth to be around $450 million. The richest fighter in boxing’s history reportedly made $1.2 billion during his life’s work in and out of the boxing ring. Whenever the talks about the biggest money-making fights crop up, the top four inevitably end up with Mayweather Jr.’s bouts. The following details could be referred to understand the stats:

Vs. Manny Pacquiao, 2015: The “Fight of the Century” resulted in nearly 4.6 million pay-per-view subscriptions. While “Pacman” received almost $147 million, “Money” netted $250-$300 million.

Vs. Conor McGregor, 2017: “The Money Fight” fell short of the fight against Pacquiao in terms of PPV purchases (4.3 million). But as far as fighters went, while McGregor’s paycheck stood around $100 million, Mayweather Jr. bagged nearly $300 million.

Vs. Canelo Alvarez, 2013: “The One” spinning around $144 million pay-per-view revenue. Then much younger Canelo Alvarez received around $12 million. Mayweather Jr., on the other hand, made roughly $75 million.

Vs, Miguel Cotto, Billed as “Ring Kings”, the fight generated around 1.5 million pay-per-view buys. Mayweather Jr. made around $45 Million and Cotto made $8 Million.

Fights are not the only source of ‘Money’s income. Regarding investments, he made some of his most brilliant moves in the real estate sector. Floyd Mayweather owns as many as nine skyscrapers. One of the most prominent among those, One Vanderbilt, a 93-story tall building in New York, forms a part investment portfolio estimated to be over $150 million.

In 2022, reports filtered in of Mayweather Jr. branching out to open a Casino at New York’s Times Square. It would be another feather in the cap for the former champion, who boasts homes in Las Vegas and Los Angeles. Reportedly, he has a $25 million mansion in Beverly Hills. Despite retiring from professional boxing, Mayweather has yet to hang the gloves for good. Since 2018, he has been active in the exhibition circuit.

According to Celebrity Net Worth, his first fight against Tensin Nasukawa in December 2018 fetched $9 million. He fought YouTuber Logan Paul three years later, and his purse swelled by $35 million.

As per Sporting News, in the following exhibition against Don Moore, Mayweather made around $50-60 million, as he received 80% from the PPV sales. Then in the contest against Mikuru Asakura, Mayweather earned around $20 million, as reported by ESPN.

Furthermore, he even accepted the exhibition against another Youtuber Deji, where, as per The Mail, he earned around $28 million.

In 2023, Mayweather fought former Geordie Shore star Aaron Chalmers and the grandson of crime boss John GottiJohn Gotti 3, reportedly earning a guaranteed purse of $10 Million and $25 Million consecutively.

Moreover, Floyd Mayweather Jr. was endorsed by many notable companies such as HublotBurger King, during his playing careerApart from thathis other notable business investments include Money Team RacingMayweather Promotions, and Skate Rock City.

Floyd Mayweather’s career timeline

Coming from an acclaimed boxing family, it was natural for young Floyd Mayweather Jr. to pick the gloves. The prodigious boxer won the Golden Gloves in 1993, 1994, and 1996. Making it to the Olympics, Mayweather Jr. controversially lost the semi-finals to Serafim Todorov. As a result, he had to settle for a bronze medal. Per records, his amateur wins stood at eighty-four against eight defeats. By the year-end 1996, Mayweather Jr. embarked on his professional career with his first fight against Roberto Apodaca on October 11. He was three months short of his twentieth birthday.

Over the next two years, Floyd Mayweather won nineteen fights. In between, he won his first world title on October 3 against Genaro Hernandez. Mayweather would successfully defend his WBC super featherweight title for the next three years. Then, on April 20, 2002, Mayweather Jr. fought his first bout in the lightweight division. He won the WBA and The Ring titles with a win over Jose Luis Castillo.

The first big name that crossed his path was Arturo Gatti. The duo fought on June 25, 2005, for the WBC super lightweight title. ‘Money’ won as the latter retired by the sixth round of the contest. Making his second divisional move, ‘TBE’ fought and defeated Zab Judah unanimously on April 8, 2006, winning the IBF and IBO welterweight titles. Towards the end of the year, he defeated Carlos Baldomir and added the WBC, IBA, and The Ring welterweight belts to his kitty.

On May 7, 2007, he faced the next big name. Oscar De La Hoya and Floyd Mayweather Jr. fought for the WBC light middleweight title. The latter won via split decision. His next severe test awaited him six months later. England’s Ricky Hatton and Mayweather Jr. fought at MGM Grand on December 8. A tenth-round stoppage ensured a technical victory for the American while defending the welterweight titles.

Three years later, Mayweather outclassed Shane Mosley at MGM Grand. The following year, he knocked out Victor Ortiz to win the WBC welterweight title. Miguel Cotto was the next to fall in line on May 5, 2012. The win fetched Mayweather Jr. the WBA super light middleweight title. Then, on September 14, 2013, he faced a much younger Canelo Alvarez at MGM Grand. ‘Money’ won by a majority decision and added the WBC and The Ring Light Middleweight titles.

The following two years were momentous for Floyd Mayweather Jr. In 2014, he fended off Carlos Maidana’s challenges twice. During their first bout on May 3, Mayweather won by a split decision. Four months later, the judges were unanimous in the decision to award a win to the American. Then, on May 2, 2015, ‘TBE’ faced his biggest challenge. He met the mighty Manny Pacquiao at MGM Grand. The much-hyped fight proved to be drab. Nevertheless, the American won unanimously and got himself the WBO welterweight title besides retaining the existing ones. He then claimed his forty-ninth professional win when he earned a unanimous decision over Andre Berto.

Soon afterward, Mayweather Jr. announced his retirement from the sport. Two years later, he made a comeback against the UFC sensation and mixed martial arts champion Conor McGregor at Nevada’s T-Mobile Arena on August 26, 2017. Mayweather Jr. won the fight on technical grounds by the tenth round. It was the last professional fight for Floyd Mayweather Jr. His record is now perfect fifty-nil.

Floyd Mayweather Junior’s partnership and endorsements

Hublot

Ahead of Floyd Mayweather’s fight against Conor McGregor in 2017, the Swiss watchmaking company signed a deal with the boxing legend. Mayweather was seen brandishing a $1.1 million diamond-encrusted Hublot Big Bang watch in the pre-match press conference in London ahead of his fight against McGregor. His association with the company dates back to the Pacquiao fight when the former five-division world champion’s trunks carried the logo of the watch company. The value of the deal remains undisclosed to this day. Mayweather termed the deal with Hublot “timeless”.

Burger King

The American fast-food company signed a deal with Mayweather in 2015. The deal was worth 1 million dollars in 2015. According to the stipulated contract, the company was allowed to include its mascot in Mayweather’s entourage. In the “Fight of the Century” against Pacquiao, Mayweather walked out to the ring with the company’s mascot.

FanDuel

The sports betting company Fanduel also endorsed Mayweather. And in 2015, in the iconic fight against Pacquiao, his fight night trunks bore the company’s logo. Reportedly, the entry-level fee for any brand to associate themselves with the boxing legend is US$1 million.

Floyd Mayweather Junior’s investments

Mayweather is the richest boxer in the world. And a lot of it has to do with his smart business decisions. Mayweather has invested in multiple business ventures. Some of them are as follows:

Skyscrapers

Mayweather Jr. is a proud owner of nine skyscrapers, one of which includes the 93-story skyscraper in the heart of Manhattan. They are all primarily located in New York and are part of his over $150 million portfolio.

The Money Team Racing (TMTR) in the NASCAR Cup Series

Floyd Mayweather Jr.’s team debuted in NASCAR in the 2022 Daytona 500. The team’s driver, Kaz Grala, could manage only a twenty-sixth-place finish overall. Another driver Conor Daly drove the No. 50 Chevrolet Camaro ZL 1 for the team during the Cup Series. In a press release, Mayweather stated that “this move into auto racing seems to be a perfect fit for the Mayweather brand.

Mayweather Promotions

After deciding to go independent following his exit from Bob Arum’s Top Rank in 2006, Mayweather founded Mayweather Promotions LLC with his former manager and later Premier Boxing Promotions founder Al Haymon as one of the advisors. Former amateur boxer Leonard Ellerbe is the current CEO of Mayweather Promotions. Apart from the usual promotional events in boxing, and managing the careers of a stable of fighters, the firm also organizes musical and theatrical events.

TMT Merchandise

Using the online portals, themoneyteam.com and  mayweatherpromotions.com, Mayweather’s flagship brand ‘TMT’ sells sports-related apparel and equipment.

Skate Rock City

Mayweather purchased a roller disco in 2021. From a snack bar to a gaming zone, the 26,000-square-foot facility known as Skate Rock City was built to provide entertainment for families. Mayweather is a big fan of skating and occasionally visits the establishment from time to time.

Girl Collection

Capitalizing on the thriving adult entertainment scene in America, Mayweather owns a Las Vegas-based strip club called Girl Collection which started its operations in 2017. The 7000-square-foot facility has reportedly two levels and four zones to entertain visitors.

      Floyd Mayweather’s record

Mayweather’s professional record stands at 50 wins wins against zero losses. Twenty-seven of his victories came through knockouts.

Floyd Mayweather titles

  • Winner of three Golden Gloves championships in 1993, 1994, and 1996
  • Bronze medal at the 1996 Atlanta Olympics
  • WBC World Super-Featherweight Champion from 1998-2001
  • WBC World Lightweight Champion from 2002 – 2003
  •  IBF World Welterweight Champion in 2006
  • IBO World Welterweight Champion in 2006
  • WBC World Welterweight Champion from 2006-2008 and 2011-2015
  • WBA Super World Light-Middleweight Champion in 2012
  • WBA Super World Welterweight Champion 2014

Floyd Mayweather Jr’s  major achievements and awards

While there were numerous annual honors that Floyd Mayweather Jr. received, a few were notably marked for the length of periods in consideration.

  • 2007, 2008, 2010, 2012, and 2013 Best Fighter ESPY Award
  • 2010 – 2019 Boxing Writers Association of America Fighter of the Decade
  • 2010 – 2019 World Boxing Association Boxer of the Decade
  • 2010 – 2019 Yahoo Sports Fighter of the Decade
  • 2010 – 2019 World Boxing News Fighter of the Decade

  Floyd Mayweather Junior’s charity and foundation

Mayweather Jr. established The Floyd Mayweather Jr. Foundation in 2009 intending to improve public health services, help local economies, and provide diversified learning opportunities for youngsters. The organization also holds exciting events, for instance, the Back 2 School GiveawayThanksgiving Giveaway, and Fight 4 Fitness. On top of that, he is a regular contributor to foundations such as the Susan G. Komen (the Las Vegas Chapter), NGOs such as Habitat for Humanity (Las Vegas), and Three Square, which provides free food to the needy in Southern Nevada, among many others.

Floyd Mayweather’s house

In 2017, after defeating Conor McGregor, Floyd Mayweather treated himself to a stunning $26 million Beverly Hills mansion. This luxurious hideaway, tucked behind the famous Beverly Hills Hotel, spans 15,000 square feet. Complete with a private 20-person cinema, a stylish cocktail bar, and a separate guest house boasting its gym, Mayweather spared no expense in creating a lavish retreat. The main building, originally constructed in 1992, underwent extensive renovations two years ago. With ten bathrooms, mirrored wall fireplaces, and living quarters for staff, Mayweather negotiated the purchase price down from the initial £28 million. The secluded grounds, surrounded by palm trees, feature a pristine swimming pool and pool house with black-and-white marble surroundings. The master bedroom, with dual bathrooms and a private terrace overlooking the pool, epitomizes luxury living. The property also boasts a Miele-equipped concession bar, a four-car garage, and ample space for Mayweather’s fleet of luxury vehicles, showcasing the boxer’s penchant for extravagant living.

Floyd Mayweather’s car collection

Floyd Mayweather, known for his undefeated boxing record and lavish lifestyle, boasts a car collection that mirrors his success in the ring. With over 100 cars valued at around $22 million, Mayweather’s garage is a testament to his passion for automotive excellence.

Bugatti Collection: Mayweather’s love for Bugattis is evident in at least three different models, including the Veyron, Chiron, and Grand Sport Vitesse. His 2017 Bugatti Chiron stands out at $3.5 million, showcasing an 8.0-liter quad-turbocharged W16 engine with 1,479 horsepower. The Veyron models in his collection, including the Grand Sport Vitesse, were purchased for prices up to $3.5 million each, highlighting his affinity for speed and luxury.

Lamborghini Fleet: His Lamborghini lineup features models like the Murcielago, Aventador, Huracan, and Urus SUV, ranging from $320,000 to $517,770. These cars, known for their V12 and V10 engines, represent the pinnacle of Italian engineering.

Ferrari Collection: Mayweather’s Ferraris include the 458 Italia, LaFerrari Aperta, and the Enzo, with the LaFerrari Aperta valued at $2.2 million and the Enzo at $3.3 million.

Rolls-Royce Selection: Among his luxury cars, Mayweather owns several Rolls-Royces, including Phantoms and Ghosts, with prices starting from $465,000. His Phantoms, customized with VR7-level ballistic-rated armor, can reach up to $600,000 each.

Exclusive Models: Unique vehicles like the $4.8 million Koenigsegg CCXR Trevita and the $450,000 Mercedes SLR McLaren add to the exclusivity of Mayweather’s collection. The Trevita, known for its diamond dust and carbon fiber finish, and the limited edition SLR McLaren, showcase his taste for rarity and performance.

Additional cars: Mayweather’s collection also includes a Bentley Mulsanne at $310,000, a Pagani Huayra valued at $2.6 million, and an Aston Martin One-77 at $1.85 million.

With a net worth of $450 million, Mayweather’s extensive car collection not only reflects his financial success but also his deep appreciation for automotive craftsmanship.

Floyd Mayweather Junior’s social media account

Instagram https://www.instagram.com/floydmayweather/
Twitter https://twitter.com/FloydMayweather
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/floydmayweather
Website themoneyteam.com
Name Floyd Joy Maweather Jr.
Born February 24, 1977
Place of Birth Grand Rapids, Michigan
Nationality American
Education Ottawa Hills High School
Parents Floyd Mayweather Sr. and Deborah Sinclair
Height 1.73 m
Weight 149 lbs
Record 50-0
Wife Nil
Kids Iyanna Mayweather,?Zion Shamaree Mayweather,?Devion Cromwell,?Jirah Mayweather,?Koraun Mayweather
Shoe Size? US 8