The bout between Manny and Jeff Horn wasn’t expected to provide such drama, but the biggest drama of all came once the final bell had sounded.
The bad news for Floyd is that he has lost the title he won after defeating Manny Pacquiao in May. The good news is they can’t take his money.
So who has really brought home the bacon these past 12 months? These guys are making some serious dosh and the numbers are staggering.
We know Fikile Mbalula isn’t shy when it comes to talking up his parliamentary prowess but, in the wake of the growing Las Vegas scandal, he has suddenly gone rather quiet.
So Floyd was greeted by a chorus of boos when he appeared on the jumbotron at a basketball game. You can probably guess his reaction.
Well we knew this fight was going to set some records (most hours of sleep lost for no reason being one), but these numbers show just how big an event the bout was.
It looks like the biggest blows are being landed post-bout, as the two boxers take aim at each other with some choice words. Here’s Floyd unleashing on Manny.
Do you like your boxing with a side of conspiracy? Well come on in then, do we have a treat for you. It seems there may have been something fishy going on in Las Vegas.
Whilst millions across the US paid whopping amounts to watch the ‘fight of the century’ some Twitter users were more creative. We may have another battle on our hands.
Here’s what happens when you drink too much and think sneaking up on Mike Tyson for a quick photo is a good idea.
There are few politicians in this country as active on social media as Fikile Mbalula. When he isn’t blowing his own trumpet he tweets out gems such as these.
Ah the world of sports and celebrities and private planes. The Mayweather-Pacquiao sure drew in the crowds, as was expected, but is this not exactly the thing these people are trying to avoid?
We knew ahead of time that Mayweather would have some famous company on his way to the ring, but one of Manny’s posse raised some eyebrows. Just what was Jimmy Kimmel doing?
Floyd made $180 million and doesn’t give a hoot what anyone thinks about him but, as the dust settled post-fight, people began to ask more questions about his track record.
You have to hand it to these two, they sure know how to line their pockets. The numbers Floyd dropped at yesterday’s press conference are pretty staggering though.
Last night saw the final press conference ahead of the big fight, and the boxers took the opportunity to square off in a stare-down contest.
Just when you thought you had heard it all regarding the Mayweather – Pacquiao fight this comes along. Yes, Justin Bieber has entered the fray.
As the world gears up for what will hopefully be a fight for the ages there is some confusion as to when the long-awaited boxing match will actually start. Here’s the lowdown.
It’s not my place to tell you who to root for in the upcoming boxing super-bout, but what you read here might sway your views somewhat.
No one is saying it isn’t important to eat right before the biggest fight of your career but Floyd Mayweather’s expenditure just seems a little excessive.
Forbes Magazine has released its official list of highest-paid athletes of 2012. The net worth of these athletes not only comprises of their commissions from matches and games, but also from their numerous endorsements and ad campaigns, bonuses and other salaries for the past 12 months.
Forbes on Tuesday released its list of the 100 highest paid athletes, boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr., nicknamed “Money,” is in the top spot with earnings of $85 million. He is a solid 23 million ahead of second placed Manny Pacquiao, and miles ahead of the only South African on the list, Ernie Els, who is in 91st place with earnings of $17,4 million.
On Saturday night, defending WBO Welterweight Champion Manny Pacquiao met challenger Timothy Bradley for a much-hyped title fight. The fight appeared to be heavily lopsided in Pacquiao’s favour and the verdict seemed to be all but sealed, until two of the judges revealed their scorecards and created one of the biggest controversies in boxing history.
In the wake of his words against marriage equality, boxer Manny Pacquiao faces possible loss of sponsorship and is certainly a less popular figure around Los Angeles at the moment. Now he, and his spokesperson, have spoken out against the backlash, and clarified the statement that got the WBO Welterweight champion in such hot water.
World Boxing Organisation Welterweight champion Manny Pacquiao, considered by many as one of the finest boxers currently active in the sport, has come out strongly in opposition to U.S. President Barack Obama’s statement of support for marriage equality in the United States, issued last week. Actually, “strongly” is putting it mildly.