Mayweather Announces Boxing Return
Floyd Mayweather Jr. has officially announced a return to professional boxing nine years after his last sanctioned bout. The undefeated champion (50-0) will step back into the ring this summer for a competitive fight, not just an exhibition. Details on opponent and venue are expected soon.
- Mayweather's last sanctioned professional fight was on August 26, 2017, where he defeated UFC star Conor McGregor by TKO in the 10th round. This victory advanced his record to 50-0, surpassing the 49-0 record of heavyweight legend Rocky Marciano. - Since officially retiring, Mayweather has participated in at least seven exhibition bouts against a range of opponents, including internet personality Logan Paul, former sparring partner Don Moore, and the grandson of mob boss John Gotti, John Gotti III. - The fighter, known as "Money," is one of the highest-earning athletes in sports history, with career earnings estimated to be over $1.1 billion. His 2015 fight against Manny Pacquiao reportedly earned him around $300 million, and the bout against McGregor brought in a reported $280 million. - This return to professional boxing at the age of 49 puts his perfect 50-0 record on the line. Other notable champions who retired undefeated include Joe Calzaghe (46-0) and Ricardo Lopez (51-0-1). - The announcement comes ahead of a planned exhibition match against former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson. - There is speculation that this professional comeback could lead to a lucrative rematch with Manny Pacquiao, who also recently came out of retirement.
