New Delhi: Floyd Mayweather Jr. has expressed his desire to take part in an exhibition fight in India later this year, hinting at the possibility of facing an opponent from the host nation. The 47-year-old former boxing champion, known for a perfect record of 50-0 on the professional circuit, including 27 knockouts, shared his plans in a conversation with PTI from Mumbai.
Mayweather said: “It's possible. We're looking forward to hosting an exhibition here in 2024. We're looking for a solid name as a solid opponent,” making for a thrilling showdown on Indian soil. suggested the possibility of doing so.
When asked about the possibility of facing a challenger from India, Mayweather admitted he was open to the idea. “I have a team and they take their time and do their homework and choose the best opponent. I don't know who my opponent is going to be. Maybe he's from India, maybe he's from America, maybe he's from England, maybe he's from Japan. We just want to put on a show for people,” he said.
The boxing legend, who has 15 major world championship titles, retired from professional boxing in 2017 but has since participated in several exhibition matches. Mayweather's illustrious career includes a featherweight bronze medal at the 1996 Olympics and three U.S. Golden Gloves Championships as an amateur.
Mayweather, an advocate for the safety of amateur boxers, expressed support for the reintroduction of headgear in men's amateur boxing, stressing the importance of protecting fighters from unnecessary injury.
Mayweather's visit to India marks Mayweather's collaboration with Jas Mercer of Limitless . Reflecting on his advocacy for fitness, Mayweather emphasized, “Health is the real world, and I want to make sure people around the world are working out.''
This was Mayweather's first visit to India, and he also had the opportunity to explore popular tourist attractions such as Siddhivinayak Temple and India Gate, further enriching his experience.
(Input from PTI)
Mayweather said: “It's possible. We're looking forward to hosting an exhibition here in 2024. We're looking for a solid name as a solid opponent,” making for a thrilling showdown on Indian soil. suggested the possibility of doing so.
When asked about the possibility of facing a challenger from India, Mayweather admitted he was open to the idea. “I have a team and they take their time and do their homework and choose the best opponent. I don't know who my opponent is going to be. Maybe he's from India, maybe he's from America, maybe he's from England, maybe he's from Japan. We just want to put on a show for people,” he said.
The boxing legend, who has 15 major world championship titles, retired from professional boxing in 2017 but has since participated in several exhibition matches. Mayweather's illustrious career includes a featherweight bronze medal at the 1996 Olympics and three U.S. Golden Gloves Championships as an amateur.
Mayweather, an advocate for the safety of amateur boxers, expressed support for the reintroduction of headgear in men's amateur boxing, stressing the importance of protecting fighters from unnecessary injury.
Mayweather's visit to India marks Mayweather's collaboration with Jas Mercer of Limitless . Reflecting on his advocacy for fitness, Mayweather emphasized, “Health is the real world, and I want to make sure people around the world are working out.''
This was Mayweather's first visit to India, and he also had the opportunity to explore popular tourist attractions such as Siddhivinayak Temple and India Gate, further enriching his experience.
(Input from PTI)
