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More than a decade ago, at the emblematic MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada, one of the most memorable fights between Floyd Mayweather and Saúl “Canelo” Álvarez took place.

On that occasion, the former American boxer emerged victorious against the Mexican fighter without too much difficulty.

Recently, Mayweather has shared little-known details of that fight, which still resonates in the minds of fans of the sport. The former world champion’s revelations have shed new light on that historic confrontation between two boxing titans.

In an interview with Fight Hype, Mayweather made it clear that it was Canelo, who at the time was 23 years old, who requested that the fight be held at an agreed-upon weight of 152 pounds.

“Let’s be clear that I didn’t choose the agreed weight, it was Canelo who asked for it,” Mayweather stated.

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I never asked Canelo for a bantamweight. I remember someone on Canelo’s team gave an interview where they said they were willing to fight Floyd at a bantamweight, so my team took them at their word and asked them what weight they wanted to fight at and they chose the weight,” added the former American boxer.

Mayweather never had problems with the weight

During the same conversation, the Atlanta ’96 Olympic medalist, who finished his career undefeated, reiterated that he never had any problems with the weight in which he fought the Guadalajara superstar, with Canelo having lost his super welterweight titles in that fight.

“For me, the weight was not a problem; I would have fought anyway, even if we had agreed on 154 pounds instead of 152,” Mayweather recalled.

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It is important to remember that both Floyd Mayweather and Dmitry Bivol are the only fighters who have managed to defeat Canelo Alvarez to dateAlvarez is scheduled to return to the ring next May in Las Vegas, although the name of his next opponent in ‘Sin City’ is still unknown.

A boxer humiliated by Floyd Mayweather in one round has fought back to be ranked by the World Boxing Council.

Tenshin Nasukawa, who battled Mayweather in his first-ever boxing bout at the age of 20 in 2018, was a successful kickboxer at the time. He remains undefeated in that code at a startling 44-0.

However, after sharing the ring with Mayweather, albeit for only one round – as the legend pulverized Tenshin, the Japanese star turned to professional boxing full-time in 2023.

He’s since won three bouts in a row, including a January 2024 victory over the world-rated Luis Robles Pacheco. That triumph gave the WBC impetus to rate Tenshin at super bantamweight.

Floyd Mayweather humbling for Tenshin

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Nasukawa entered the WBC Rating System at number 21, having been impressive since the humbling by Mayweather. On New Year’s Eve five years ago, Nasukawa agreed to face Mayweather in a RIZIN exhibition. The result wasn’t his best despite gaining valuable experience.

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Mayweather dropped Tenshin three times. The five-weight champion humiliated the youngster in front of his own people before ‘Money” ended the fight before too much damage was done.

Credit has to go to Tenshin for dusting himself down and embarking on an impressive winning run in kickboxing and then boxing. He can now challenge for a WBC title with one more win.

WBC Ratings

Meanwhile, the WBC issued a “Thank You” message to all this month’s new entries to the Ratings, which included the young kickboxing superstar.

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“The World Boxing Council wishes to recognize and congratulate the boxers who entered the February 2024 ratings based on their efforts and results. The WBC ratings have been published month by month since 1968. They consist of the top 40 boxers from all divisions.

“The rating committee comprises a director, an assistant director, an executive secretary, and 22 experts, experienced members from many nations worldwide.

“This committee is dedicated to compiling the results of fights and essential information to carry out a thorough, detailed, and comprehensive analysis of the fighters’ achievements to define their position in the WBC’s lists.

“We welcome and congratulate the warriors who entered the WBC rankings this month. We wish them the best of success in their future fights.”

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Heavyweight contenders Luis Ortiz and Michael Hunter were among those who reappeared. There were also places for Abdullah Mason at lightweight and ex-world champion Artem Dalakian in the flyweight division.

50 Cent cleverly revives his long-standing feud with Mayweather, using his novel’s promotion to comment on literacy, against the backdrop of Diddy’s legal troubles.

Once again, 50 Cent has taken to social media to reignite an old feud with Floyd Mayweather, coupling the promotion of his new fiction novel with a fresh jab at the boxing champion’s literacy. This development comes amid swirling discussions surrounding Diddy’s sexual assault allegations, adding another layer to the ongoing drama in the music and sports entertainment spheres.

In a clever marketing move, 50 Cent, also known as Curtis Jackson, used the announcement of his debut novel, The Accomplice, to take a swipe at Mayweather. Via an Instagram post, he made a tongue-in-cheek remark about ensuring the simultaneous release of the audiobook, hinting at Mayweather’s alleged illiteracy. This dig is part of a long-standing feud between the two, with 50 Cent periodically mocking Mayweather’s reading ability. The post not only highlighted Jackson’s upcoming literary venture but also teased a related movie project, all the while subtly reigniting his rivalry with Mayweather.

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Mayweather’s Controversial Podcast Appearance

The timing of 50 Cent’s jab coincides with Mayweather’s recent appearance on The Pivot Podcast, where he refrained from criticizing Diddy over recent sexual assault allegations. Mayweather’s comments, suggesting a reluctance to ‘stomp’ on Diddy due to the latter being a ‘Black man’ and emphasizing the importance of minding one’s own business, have sparked controversy. This stance, especially coming from a figure like Mayweather, has added fuel to the ongoing discussions surrounding accountability and celebrity culture.

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Diddy, facing several sexual assault allegations, has become a topic of intense debate and scrutiny. Despite settling a lawsuit with Cassie, he continues to battle legal challenges in New York. These allegations have not only affected Diddy’s personal and professional life but have also prompted broader conversations about the music industry’s handling of such serious accusations. The situation is further complicated by the varied reactions from other celebrities, including 50 Cent’s provocative commentary.

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The feud between 50 Cent and Floyd Mayweather, though personal and at times petty, sheds light on larger issues within celebrity culture, including how allegations of misconduct are navigated and discussed publicly. As both men continue to wield significant influence, their actions and words ripple through their respective industries, prompting us to reflect on the nature of celebrity feuds and the real-world issues they often intersect with. With no resolution in sight, the saga between Jackson and Mayweather continues to captivate and provoke, underscoring the complex interplay between personal vendettas and public discourse.

50 Cent has once again stirred controversy by revisiting his past criticism of boxing champion Floyd Mayweather, this time doubling down on allegations of illiteracy.

Shortly after announcing his upcoming debut fiction novel on Friday (March 1), Fif turned to Instagram to promote the book, The Accomplice, and in the same breath slyly threw shade at his longtime rival.

“I have no beef with anyone, I even made sure the audiobook comes out at the same time so champ won’t feel left out. [shrug emoji] GLG [traffc light emoji],” he wrote alongside a snap featuring the book’s cover.

“GreenLightGang [film emoji] The accomplice Movie coming soon,” he added also revealing there’s a film in the pipeline, all the wile tagging his spirit brands Branson Cognac and Le Chemin du Roi.

The feud, spanning back as far as 2019, saw 50 Cent poking fun at Mayweather’s alleged illiteracy issues with a written letter he shared on Instagram.

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It seemingly reignited this week after Mayweather’s comments on Diddy’s sexual assault allegations.

The retired boxer appeared on The Pivot Podcast in late February where he refused to condemn the Bad Boy boss over accusations he raped four woman, including his ex-girlfriend Cassie.

“I’m not gonna speak bad about P. Diddy,” Mayweather said. “‘Cause he still a Black man. Mistakes happen. And I can’t say if it is or not a mistake, but things happen in life. And P. Diddy’s business is P. Diddy’s business. It’s not my job or anybody else’s job to go on the internet and stomp him and kick a man while he’s down.

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“My take on it is: it’s not my business. I don’t think it’s right at all and I don’t condone it. Even if that happened to my daughter, I would be hurt but that’s a choice that my daughter made.”

In an Instagram post shared shortly after the appearance, Curtis re-posted a video of Mayweather’s comments and took aim at his long-running rival.

He wrote: “[palm on face emoji] they didn’t even ask him about this, Champ is you stupid or is you dumb? Get me the fuck out ya head, you sound like a hater. DIDDY DO IT ? COMING soon.”

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Diddy has been accused of several instances of sexual assault since November of last year, all of which he has vehemently denied.

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He quickly settled the lawsuit filed against him by Cassie but is still facing three suits in the state of New York.

What else can David Benavidez do? Can he ever challenge Canelo Alvarez, despite being the interim champion for almost two years? Floyd Mayweather believes the Mexican fighter needs to do what he did to bag his dream fight.

‘The Mexican Monster’ has decided to quit the waiting game and move up to 175 and challenge for the belt. He will exchange punches with Oleksandr Gvozdyk, with the winner expected to challenge the victor of Artur Beterbiev vs. Dmitry Bivol for all the marbles. While Alvarez plans his Cinco de Mayo fight, Benavidez prepares for the fresh challenge ahead. But will their paths cross? Will Benavidez, at 28-0, be “the man”?

Floyd Mayweather explains what David Benavidez needs to do

Speaking with Fight Hype, Mayweather touched upon the way the 27-year-old fighter needs to keep on putting opponent after opponent on the canvas to have his way. Waiting for his turn is the mantra that the former world champion has given Benavidez. Floyd said, “If David Benavidez keeps beating fighter after fighter, and champion after champion, eventually he’ll be the man.”

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“And then everybody will want to fight him. Just like me, you have to wait your turn. David Benavidez is a helluva fighter. All David has to do is keep going out there and beating guys, staying focused, and then he’ll be the guy,” Mayweather added.

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Mayweather, a technical fighter with a not-so-fan-friendly style, initially found it hard to get big names. But he persisted, and after stacking his resume and beating rivals in the squared circle, big fights soon followed.

A similar case is with Benavidez, who has to keep running down on every opponent, and soon he will force his way in. However, if Benavidez’s father is to be believed, the super middleweight is avoiding a fight with his son to save his face and possibly a defeat.

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According to David Benavidez Sr., Alvarez is at the end of his career. He told Fight Hype, “He is not the same Canelo that used to break arms and knock people out. He knows that David can beat him, and he doesn’t want to lose to David.”

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Currently, Alvarez is busy planning his Cinco de Mayo fight as he screens through names to defend his undisputed crown. But there appear to be no concrete reports as of now about whom he will be fighting. Meanwhile, Benavidez is breaking a sweat in training to prepare for his light heavyweight debut.

The super lightweights fight live on DAZN PPV on April 20.

Devin Haney has blasted Floyd Mayweather Jr. for supposedly leaking footage of his sparring with Gervonta ‘Tank’ Davis.

Mayweather and Haney have trained together in the past but the former has grown closer to Davis and Ryan Garcia, both antagonists of Haney. Garcia fights Haney on DAZN PPV live on April 20.

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Garcia recently released footage from almost a decade ago that saw Haney, then 16, sparring with Davis – four years his senior. In the video, Davis comes off better in a scrap with Mayweather as an unofficial referee.

Haney regarded that as the last straw in their growing antagonism, and fired back on X, formerly known as Twitter.

“Floyd has been hating a long time,” he wrote. “This ain’t just starting. I held my tongue for years because I respect the greats of the sport. But dude is a bonafide hater that doesn’t wanna see nobody win if he’s not a part of it!

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“I know he sent Ryan the sparring … I know he gave Ryan those ‘pimp’ comments to say. Miserable old man tried to stop the fight. Alhamdulillah I’m happy he revealed himself to the world.”

Devin Haney used to idolize Floyd Mayweather Jr. He wanted to tailor his game after “The Best Ever“, going so far as to use him as a mentor. But that relationship appears to have fully deteriorated and it hit rock bottom on Friday.

Ryan Garcia had shared footage of Haney getting pummeled by Gervonta “Tank” Davis during a sparring session. Despite Garcia admitting that Haney was only 17 at the time against the older Davis, the video has already circulated everywhere on social media.

Devin Haney calls Floyd Mayweather Jr a “bonafide hater”

Haney told Garcia to “eat a d**k” for releasing the video, but then took aim at Mayweather.

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None of what Haney says would be too surprising if we delve a little bit deeper. Garcia recently spoke about Mayweather’s influence, and he seems to take what the legendary boxer says very seriously and into account.

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Just a couple of days ago, Haney’s father, Bill, made a bold claim that a certain sparring session between Haney and Mayweather was a big reason why the then-40-year-old decided to walk away from boxing. Mayweather retired that same year after beating Conor McGregor.

We’re still 50 days away from Haney vs. Garcia, but it’s already been a chaotic start to the fight’s build-up.

Floyd Mayweather has dubbed Canelo Alvarez a ‘future Hall of Famer’.

The Mexican superstar has been headline news in boxing lately as speculation ramps up over his next steps in the paid ranks.

It was reported earlier this week that Canelo has split from Al Haymon’s PBC after completing just one of the three fights in his agreement with the American promotional outfit.

He is now a free agent and is currently fielding offers from other potential suitors.

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It is a situation Mayweather knows all too well. In 2006, ‘TBE’ famously bought himself out of his contract with Top Rank for $750,000 to give himself more control over the direction of his career.

According to multiple reports, Canelo and PBC mutually agreed to part ways after failing to agree on who the former pound-for-pound king would face in his next two fights.

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Mayweather – who handed Canelo the first defeat of his professional career back in 2013 – has now weighed in on the matter.

“A lot of time fighters got to do what’s best for them,” Mayweather told Fight Hype.

“You have to live with the decisions that you make. I was in that same situation.

“Canelo didn’t beat the world champions. He didn’t beat the champions by struggling.

“He clearly dominated a lot of those guys. He tested his skills. Light heavyweight, he won a title.

The former five-weight world champion then suggested Canelo would join him on the illustrious list of all-time greats when his career is all said and done.

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“But he’s a Future Hall of Fame, a hell of a fighter, everybody wants their business different, I wish him nothing but the best,” he added.

Canelo is scheduled to return to the ring on Cinco de Mayo weekend in May although his opponent is yet to be announced.

There have been several different frontrunners over the last few days.

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The feud between ex-rivals Devin Haney and Ryan Garcia is getting hotter with each tweet and press conference. Amidst all the rising tension, ‘KingRy’, who recently mocked his opponent by wearing a T-shirt of Haney and P Diddy, who is in controversy lately, seems to not be stopping there. And now, continuing to take shots, he has leaked the infamous video of Haney being rocked by the boxing sensation Gervonta Davis. However, taking Garcia’s earlier statement into account, this move might bitter his relationship with boxing legend Floyd Mayweather.

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It’s no longer a secret that Garcia and Mayweather have a strong bond. They often spend time together and are even spotted together at NBA games. However, Garcia might have damaged the relationship by sharing a video of Haney vs. Tank.

Recently, Garcia admitted that Mayweather had shown him the infamous video. Now, by sharing the video with the world, Garcia is taking things a step further and potentially risking the wrath of the boxing legend himself.

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There is no doubt that Garcia’s recent moves have really heated up the rivalry, and added fuel to fire. And if people start questioning where he got the video from, things could get even messier between Garcia and Mayweather. Meanwhile, Haney has shared his take on the leaked video.

What did Devin Haney say about Ryan Garcia leaking the Gervonta Davis rocking him?

Devin Haney clearly wasn’t impressed with Garcia’s move. In response, he pointed out that the video Garcia posted doesn’t tell the whole story and highlights that he was only 16 years old at the time when he got wobbled by Tank’s shot. Adding to that, Haney mocked Garcia, mentioning that the world has seen him getting defeated by Davis on the big stage. He confidently stated that he’ll show his true skills on April 20, the fight day. In his words,

Defying Floyd Mayweather's Ire, Ryan Garcia Continues Exposing Devin Haney-Gervonta  Davis Debated Sparring Video - EssentiallySports

Never did they post a chopped up edited video.. 16 years old & in there holding my own. We bet AB pops & he honored it & paid! Ryan we watched u quit we are not the same & never will be tune in April 20th I’ll show it!”

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Not only that, but he also shared a photo of Garcia getting knocked down after Tank’s shot, leveling the score for now. With all this trash-talking and the rivalry heating up, there’s no doubt that more fans are now pumped to witness two of the current top boxing stars in the ring.

YouTuber-turned-boxer Jake Paul recently drew parallels between himself and boxing superstar Floyd Mayweather.

Over time, Paul and Carl Froch have gone back and forth on social media, speaking about potentially fighting each other. ‘The Problem Child’ recently had a chat with Louis Hart for ‘Boxing Social’ where he was asked to weigh in on the possibility of Froch coming out of retirement to fight him.

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Paul replied in the affirmative and hailed himself as the next big thing after Mayweather in the sport of boxing.

Of course he [Carl Froch] would, he wants payday. Of course, bro. All these guys will fight me. I’m the new Floyd Mayweather in the sport, seriously. Because I make my own decisions, I know how to get the business contracts done, I do the biggest PPVs, and I’m my own boss. So, I can move and go wherever I want. So yes, I am the new Floyd in this sport, and yes, everybody wants to fight me.”

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Paul is all set to return to action soon. The 27-year-old will take on Ryan Bourland in an eight-round cruiserweight showdown. The event will take place on March 2 at El Coliseo de Puerto Rico in San Juan.

The bout will take the co-main event slot and the show will be headlined by a title clash between Amanda Serrano and Nina Meinke.

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Floyd Mayweather is hailed by many as one of the greatest athletes to ever grace the sport of boxing. ‘Money’ had a professional career spanning over two decades during which, he stacked up an impeccable record of 50-0.

During that run, the 47-year-old defeated the likes of Canelo Alvarez, Manny Pacquaio, Victor Ortiz, Shane Mosley, Oscar De La Hoya, Zab Judah, Arturo Gatti, Ricky Hatton and Juan Manuel Marquez.

Jake Paul, on the other hand, started his professional boxing career just four years ago. In that time, ‘The Problem Child’ has been a part of nine professional fights and gotten his hand raised in eight of them.

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Although there are no notable names on Paul’s resume, the 27-year-old has defeated several prominent MMA athletes in boxing like Nate Idaz, Anderson Silva, Tyron Woodley, and Ben Askren.