Floyd Mayweather Jr., one of boxing’s most iconic figures, is set to step back into the ring on Saturday, August 24, at Arena Ciudad de México in Mexico City, for a much-anticipated rematch against John Gotti III. This exhibition bout follows their initial encounter, which ended in controversy and chaos.
During their first match, Mayweather’s dominance led to the fight being stopped after six rounds, but the decision to call it early sparked a massive brawl, both inside and outside the ring. The melee that ensued created a spectacle that has only heightened interest in the rematch.
This rematch has captured the imagination of the boxing world, especially with Mayweather facing Gotti III, the grandson of the infamous mob boss John Gotti. Gotti III has been vocal about his enthusiasm for the fight, particularly praising the warm welcome he and his team have received from the Mexican people.
The fight’s location in Mexico adds another layer of drama. Mayweather, who has had memorable bouts against Mexican boxing legends like Canelo Alvarez and Juan Manuel Marquez, is now fighting on their home soil. Despite his history as a rival to Mexican fighters, Mayweather was warmly received during the lead-up to the fight, a testament to the deep respect for his contributions to the sport and Mexico’s own storied boxing tradition.
Supporting Mayweather throughout this journey has been Richard Schaefer, President of Mayweather Promotions, while John Gotti Jr. has been by his son’s side. Although the undercard doesn’t feature many household names, it includes some intriguing matchups. Victor Ortiz, a former Mayweather opponent, will square off against Rodrigo Damian Coria, while undefeated super bantamweight Alan David Picasso will face off against Azat “Crazy A” Hovhanisyan in a bout that could propel Picasso toward a future clash with pound-for-pound star Naoya Inoue.
Additionally, Mayweather’s young protégé, Curmel Moton, is set to take on Victor Vazquez. At just 18 years old, Moton is already making waves in the boxing world, boasting a 4-0 professional record with three knockouts.
This rematch between Mayweather and Gotti III is shaping up to be a thrilling event, driven by the dramatic fallout from their first fight and the passionate boxing fans in Mexico.
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