The arguably best boxer of all time, Floyd Mayweather, is expected to return to the ring one year after since his last fight, when he beat John Gotti for the third time in June 2023.
That event was meant to be Floyd’s last fight, but now, he apparently is expected to come back for an exhibition match. His rival, ex soccer player and Manchester United legend, Rio Ferdinand.
Back on track
This clash will take place in Dubai and the date is said to be in March, probably on the 16th.
Since his retirement from soccer, Rio Ferdinand has been collaborating with multiple TV and sports shows, showing his knowledge and experience on the game. This jump to boxing is as new as unexpected. He has done boxing before but not more than training sessions.
Mayweather on the other side, has enjoyed his absence from the boxing world by spending the money he has earned. Fully deserved, he is now living a lifestyle that not everybody can reach. Surely he wants to be back at training.
This is still an idea as there is not much about it yet, nevertheless, is something that both parties want to do and is just a matter of time for it to be confirmed.
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