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11 Years After Smashing Records, Canelo Alvarez Confesses His Only Regret From Floyd Mayweather Fight

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Saul Alvarez, the current unified super middleweight champion, has had a remarkable career since his very first knockout victory against Abraham Gonzalez in 2005. He was only 15 at the time.

However, after a series of victories over some formidable opponents like Jose Miguel Cotto and Shane Mosley, Canelo Alvarez faced his first professional loss against Floyd Mayweather Jr. in September 2013. Despite tasting defeat for the first time, the ‘Cinnamon’ went on to dominate the ring, winning 15 consecutive fights and securing titles across multiple weight classes. And with a victory over Jaime Mungia in May 2024, Canelo even extended his record for the most successful undisputed title defenses in the four-belt era to four.

So reflecting on that fateful night against Money Mayweather, the Guadalajara native recently opened up during a conversation on the Ring Magazine podcast. As he prepares for a potential bout with Terence Crawford later this year, he shared insights about his past experiences, including the lessons learned from his loss to Mayweather.

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ESPN’s Mike Coppinger noted that Canelo Alvarez was just 23 when he fought Floyd Mayweather at MGM Grand, Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. He mentioned that the Mexican superstar lacked the skills that come with more extensive experience. He further discussed how Alvarez had to give up weight concessions and rehydration clauses, which may or may not have impacted the fight’s outcome.

After more than 11 years, the 62-2 boxer, while acknowledging Mayweather’s superior skill and accomplishments in boxing, admitted, “He deserved the position in the moment.” He recognized that he was trying to make history himself but admitted that things didn’t unfold as planned. So the question is, what did he regret the most? The answer is clear. Reflecting on his career trajectory, Alvarez speculated that if he had fought seasoned opponents like Miguel Cotto before facing Mayweather, the outcome might have been different. “But you know, we never gonna know,” Canelo Alvarez lamented. “I learn from that fight. Things happen for a reason.”

To be honest, the fight itself was a masterclass from Floyd Mayweather. He showcased his defensive prowess and tactical brilliance to outclass Canelo over 12 rounds to claim a majority decision victory. Despite being the clear winner at the end of the contest, Judge C.J. Ross scored it a 114-114 draw, which baffled many of those in attendance, including Mayweather. Anyway, for Canelo Alvarez, this defeat became a catalyst for growth, making him the fighter he is today.

After Floyd Mayweather’s retirement in 2017, he took up the mantle of the face of boxing. Today, as Canelo Alvarez looks at his own retirement from the sport, a couple of years down the line, who will take up the mantle next? Coppinger decided to ask Canelo who he thinks can be the next big star in boxing. And the Guadalajara native had a few names in mind.

In the same interview, Alvarez pointed to two rising stars. He believed these fighters could emerge as the next faces of boxing. According to Canelo Alvarez, Ryan Garcia‘s knockout power and strong social media presence makes him highly marketable. With KingRy’s suspension ending soon in April, Garcia is set to face Rolando Romero in May at the 147 lbs division. If Garcia wins this fight, he could line up a rematch with Devin Haney, provided Haney defeats Jose Ramirez. A victory over Haney would not only bolster his previous win-turned-no-contest but also set him up for a title fight with Jaron Ennis for Ennis’ IBF welterweight title in early 2026, enhancing his claim to being the next face of boxing. And who’s the other one? It’s Gervonta Davis. 

Tank Davis despite his controversies outside the ring, remains a formidable competitor inside it. He has an upcoming fight against Lamont Roach Jr. on March 1st, a fight that could further cement his position as one of the top fighters in the sport. If Davis defeats Roach, he will continue to build momentum toward bigger bouts, potentially leading to a rematch with Garcia or WBC lightweight champion Shakur Stevenson in the future.

As Alvarez reflects on his legacy and the future of boxing, he emphasizes the importance of nurturing new talent to keep the sport thriving.

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“I’m Telling The Truth”: Floyd Mayweather Sums Up Canelo’s Boxing Ability Honestly

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It’s been twelve years since Floyd Mayweather handed Mexican superstar Canelo Alvarez the first defeat of his career.

Mayweather fought Canelo in a WBC and WBA light middleweight title showdown in September 2013. It was the 45th contest of the American’s glittering career, coming up against the young Mexican who was facing his toughest challenge to date.

‘Money’ dominated the fight throughout, using his skills and expertise to outclass Canelo over 12 rounds to claim a majority decision victory. Despite being the clear winner at the end of the contest, judge C.J. Ross scored it 114-114, which baffled many of those in attendance, including Mayweather.

Floyd Mayweather Sums Up Canelo’s Boxing Ability Honestly In Just 3 Words: “I’m Telling The Truth”

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Speaking to FightHype, the 47-year-old did not hold back when talking about Canelo’s boxing ability, initially summing up in three words how the fight went.

“He was nothing.”

Mayweather then explained further what he thinks of the Mexican’s ability.

“You can take a guy like Canelo. I’ll tell the truth about Canelo. The mo**erf**ker was easy. A cakewalk, easy. You’re all praising this dude. He was nothing. I was almost 40 and I cooked this dude, easy.”

After tasting defeat for the first time against Mayweather, Canelo went on to win his next 15 fights, winning world titles at middleweight, super middleweight and light heavyweight in the process.

The 34-year-old from Guadalajara, Mexico currently holds the unified WBC, WBA and WBO titles at 168lbs, as he looks set to defend his crown against fellow pound-for-pound superstar Terence ‘Bud’ Crawford later this year, in what could be one of the biggest fights in the long history of boxing.

Canelo’s only other career defeat came in 2022, when he was beaten comprehensively by the former WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol.

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In Just 3 Words, Canelo Alvarez Sums Up Floyd Mayweather’s Boxing Ability

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Canelo Alvarez suffered his first professional defeat at the hands of Floyd Mayweather.

The Mexican superstar took on Mayweather over a decade ago, with the two men meeting at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas in September 2013.

Alvarez had just turned 23 heading into the bout, and was the reigning WBC super-welterweight champion, bringing an undefeated record of 42 wins and 1 draw.

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Mayweather’s was WBA super-welterweight champion and his record was similar at 44-0, but at the age of 36 was at the tail end of his career, leading to some fans to believe that Canelo could be capable of inflicting a first defeat on the American.

The fight didn’t transpire that way though, as Alvarez struggled to deal with his legendary opponent, as Mayweather claimed the victory on points, though the scorecards were much closer than expected, with one judge even scoring it 114-114.

Having experienced 12 rounds with Mayweather, Canelo needed just three words to sum up what he thinks of his rival’s boxing ability whilst talking to the Full Send Podcast.

“He has everything.”

Canelo then revealed that while Mayweather may not have hurt him in the fight, it’s an area of his game that he didn’t need.

“He’s experienced, he’s so smart. He is a complete fighter. He doesn’t have power in the punches but when you are that kind of fighter you don’t need it.”

Mayweather would later retire with a perfect 50-0 record, while Canelo now holds a record of 62 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws, with his only other loss coming to Dmitry Bivol in May 2022.

Alvarez is set to return to action later this year for a clash against fellow pound-for-pound star Terence Crawford. The boxing world has already begun offering their views on the fight, with former world heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder making his prediction.

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‘Hell of a fighter’ – Floyd Mayweather names the one boxer who pushed him ‘to the limits’

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Floyd Mayweather barely put a foot wrong during his unblemished 50-0 professional career.

Only a handful of fighters were able to ask questions of the self-proclaimed ‘Best Ever’ at the peak of his powers.

There was his nip-and-tuck affair with Oscar De La Hoya in 2007, a shaky moment against Shane Mosley in 2010 and, of course, Mayweather’s inaugural encounter against Jose Luis Castillo in 2002, which many fans felt he lost.

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But outside of those three fights, Mayweather remained in almost complete control throughout his stint in the paid ranks.

Other generational greats he shared the ring with were Manny Pacquiao, Miguel Cotto and Canelo Alvarez.

However, none of them proved to be any match for Mayweather.

It is therefore a massive compliment to former welterweight champion Errol Spence Jr, who Mayweather sparred in 2013, that he was singled out as one of the best fighters the boxing icon had faced in the ring.

“Errol Spence, he’s a hell of a fighter,” Mayweather told Fight Hype.

“One thing about me, I’m always going to give it to you 100 per cent you know.

“And in training camp, when I was training for my fight with [Robert] Guerrero, Errol Spence gave me solid work.

“He’s a very young, tough competitor, so if I sit here and not give that young kid props, it’ll be bad.

“Even though after doing my time I’d been off a year, he took me to the limit, he made me work in the boxing gym, I like kids like that.”

Spence unified the WBA, WBC and IBF welterweight titles in the late 2010s and early 2020s before losing all three major world titles to Terence Crawford in a much-anticipated undisputed clash in July 2023.

‘The Truth’ hasn’t fought since that fateful night although he is reportedly close to agreeing on a deal to box WBO and WBC super welterweight champion Sebastian Fundora in early 2025.

However, newly appointed WBO president Gustavo Olivieri has informed talkSPORT.com that only the WBC title will be on the line should that fight make it off the negotiation table.

If Fundora beats Spence then he will keep hold of his belt.

But should he fall to defeat then WBO interim champion Crawford will be elevated to full world champion without throwing a punch.

“During the WBO convention at the ratings proceedings which I was presiding at after being elected, TGB Promotions through their council, Phile Weiss (lawyer) petitioned that Errol Spence be installed within the top ten at 154lbs,” said Oliveri.

“The purpose was to request that he be allowed to fight Fundora for the [WBO] title and he presented his case with strong arguments.

“But there are some factors that are undisputed: he’s been inactive for two years, he’s coming off a brutal TKO loss to Terence Crawford and he has never fought at 154lbs nor been rated at 154lbs.

“So I have those facts that are undisputed… You may say ‘Errol Spence is one of the biggest names at 154lbs, it’s a great fight against Fundora’.

“But based on those facts and the other fighters that are waiting their turn at 154lbs, having fought at 154lbs plus their level activity, their suitable opposition, having won regional titles, having faced rated contenders.

“If I allow Spence to fight Fundora immediately for the title with those facts…

“Would that be a good precedent to set? It would open doors for other petitions, ‘Oh you did this in the past, why are you not giving the chance to another fighter?’

“And we have done this in the past, Tim Tszyu wanted to fight Keith Thurman and we didn’t approve Thurman.

“And we’re not going to sanction that fight [Fundora vs Spence]. Fundora may fight Spence but it will be considered a WBO non-title fight…

“We’re going to allow him to proceed with that fight with the condition that if he loses, the title is vacated automatically and Crawford elevated to full champion status.”

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Floyd Mayweather Cleared of Bankruptcy Rumors as Insider Reveals Details of LA Gym Protest

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Former five-division champion Floyd Mayweather was in the spotlight a few days ago when employees of the Mayweather Gym in Los Angeles staged a protest outside the facility on Highland Avenue over non-payment of wages.

However, the latest update on the matter has absolved the undefeated legend of the sport from any wrongdoing.

A report from the Daily Mail highlighted that the employees claimed they hadn’t been paid by the boxing legend’s ‘Money Team’ company for weeks. In retaliation for the alleged nonpayment of wages, disgruntled staffers brought out signs and shouted during the protest to raise awareness of their situation, as they were unable to cover their daily expenses.

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One sign at the protest said, “modern-day slavery” while the other read “The $ Team has no $,” accusing Mayweather’s money team of bankruptcy. “We’re out here just letting everybody know that they have not been treating us right,” one employee told Daily Mail.

“Even if you work for a different company and you ain’t getting paid, you’re scared to show up and say something because you know how businesses do. They silence you and they fire you because everything’s ‘at will.’”

They accused the Mayweather of Boxing and Fitness group of violating the California Labor Code. However, boxing insider Rick Glaser hopped on X today to shed light on the reality of the matter. “Allegations of non-payment of wages against @FloydMayweather are false,” Glaser wrote. “This Mayweather Gym in LA is a franchise that Floyd gets a franchise fee for.”

Glaser also added, “Floyd himself has nothing to do with thee assets or liabilities of this. These reports are misleading, & defamatory.” It’s also worth noting that the staffers staging the protest had claimed that they were not aware whether Mayweather himself was in the loop about their situation.

However, this isn’t the first time a Mayweather Gym has faced the threat of closure. Last year in May, Mayweather’s gym in Elk Grove was shut down due to a breach of contract involving $30,000 in unpaid rent. In the meantime, the bankruptcy allegations never really made any sense because the boxing legend was spending millions some time ago.

Mayweather started investing in real estate in October by spending $402 million to purchase a portfolio of more than 60 buildings in New York City. He went on to invest an unspecified amount in the 601W Companies, which have a collection of 18 buildings and 10 million square feet of space worth a staggering $10 billion.

While money was leaving Mayweather’s accounts, he sold his home in Miami’s Biscayne Bay for $22 million. The boxing legend also acquired a stake in the former Versace Mansion—it has been transformed into a luxury hotel in Miami Beach. He then entered into a joint venture with Go Partners by investing $100 million into a sprawling portfolio in New York, featuring both luxury and market-rate housing.

That being said, the nonpayment of wages issue seems to be unraveling, as Rick Glaser has come out in Floyd Mayweather’s support. He calls the gym a franchise and clears Mayweather of any wrongdoing. Meanwhile, Mayweather himself hasn’t addressed the situation.

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Terence Crawford Summed Up How A Fight Against Floyd Mayweather Would Go In Just 3 Words

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Terence Crawford is currently 41 fights undefeated, nine off Floyd Mayweather‘s incredible record of 50-0.

The switch hitter from Omaha, Nebraska is a four-weight world champion with 31 stoppages to his name. He most recently won the WBA World Title in the super-welterweight ranks with a decision win over Israil Madrimov. That was the fourth division in which Crawford has won belts. He has also been undisputed in two – one of only three men to achieve that in the four-belt era.

As Crawford continues to stake his claim as the best of a generation, fans are debating how he fares compared to the all-time greats. One intriguing fantasy match-up is against the last dominant American, Floyd Mayweather.

‘Money’ Mayweather famously retired undefeated in 2017 as one of the most lucrative stars the sport of boxing has ever seen. The defensive master beat the likes of Canelo Alvarez, Manny Pacquiao, Shane Mosley and Oscar De La Hoya. Would Crawford be on that list if the pair had crossed paths? Floyd Mayweather

Asked on the Million Dollaz Worth of Game podcast how he would do against Mayweather, Crawford didn’t hesitate to back himself.

Crawford’s trainer Brian ‘BoMac’ McIntyre shares the same prediction, though he admits he is, like Crawford, biased.

“There are two things. For one, Crawford is like my son, so I’m going to always go with him.

“Terence has that dog in him.”Terence didn’t get to where he is now overnight, it’s taken years and years.

“But, if you put ‘Bud’ in there in his prime with Mayweather in his prime, then of course Mayweather is gonna be the smarter one, but I think ‘Bud’ will have more dog in him.”

Whether or not ‘Bud’ could break the famed defences of Mayweather down will always be resigned to debate. Meanwhile, Crawford chases his own fight with Canelo which would require him to jump up a further two weight classes.

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Floyd Mayweather adds another prized property in New York City to his real estate empire

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Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather‘s run on buying real estate continued on Tuesday, putting pen to paper to purchase a building in Midtown Manhattan along Sixth Avenue that stretches almost a quarter of a block.

The building on the southeast corner of the intersection at 47th Street contains offices, a few jewelry storefronts, and a large billboard.

Mayweather became interested in the property, which he is paying $20million for, due to his past spending at lavish stores along the block, per TMZ.

The property is in an attractive part of New York City, a few minutes east of Broadway and three blocks south of Radio City Music Hall and Rockefeller Center. Floyd Mayweather

‘I used to shop in the diamond exchange as a young adult,’ Mayweather told the outlet. ‘I never thought I would end up owning this important property at the entrance of 47th street.’

‘Through hard work and dedication anything is possible.’

In October, Floyd’s real estate spre

Last month, he bought the Versace Mansion in Miami.

Mayweather’s net worth is valued at $1.5billion, with his real estate investments not only giving him a path to make more money, but to keep his personal brand front and center. Floyd Mayweather UFC

Mayweather has not fought since a 2017 knockout of Conor McGregor, with him considered arguably the best defensive boxer in history.

Now, it is only a question of how many more pieces of real estate Mayweather wants to acquire.

e began, purchasing 60 buildings in New York City worth more than $400million.

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Floyd Mayweather Spends $20 Million on a Christmas Gift to Himself

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Floyd Mayweather—the real estate mogul. You might not associate the American boxer with strategic investment and a well-thought-out investment amid his popular cash-splashing image. But that’s not the case. The American boxer is becoming one of the biggest names in Manhattan’s real estate world, and he took another step towards it when he made a $20 million investment on Christmas Eve.

The TMZ reported that Mayweather, 47, bought a $20 million-worth corner unit on 6th Avenue (and 47th Street) in Manhattan. Why did he buy it? Two reasons. One, the former world champion, used to visit it during his young adulthood days for lavish shopping and has some fond memories attached to it. Second, the unit comes as a whole package, which includes offices, a diamond exchange, and a large billboard. You can expect him to put it to good use and add more balance to his already heavy bank balance.

‘Money’ declared in a statement, “I used to shop in the diamond exchange as a young adult. I never thought I would end up owning this important property at the entrance of 47th Street.”Floyd Mayweather

You might recall this comes after he invested $402 million in a deal in November that helped him secure over 60 buildings in New York, through which he would provide affordable housing to struggling families. “Growing up, I used to dream about owning just one home by myself. When you work hard, you can achieve anything,” he said while securing the deal.

You might recall this comes after he invested $402 million in a deal in November that helped him secure over 60 buildings in New York, through which he would provide affordable housing to struggling families. “Growing up, I used to dream about owning just one home by myself. When you work hard, you can achieve anything,” he said while securing the deal.

Mayweather even recently became a partner with Go Partners and invested $100 million in equity in partnership with them. The reason? To invest in a $3B portfolio. For that, he founded Vada Properties, his new firm focusing on this high-end deal. It seems he is ready to take the real estate world with his acumen and tactics, just like he did in the squared circle before that.

What do you make of this latest investment by Floyd Mayweather on Christmas Eve? Do you think it’s a worthwhile investment? Let us know in the comments below.

 

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Wow Floyd Mayweather Agrees ‘to Buy a Prominent New York City Building for’ $20M+

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Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. has reached an agreement to purchase a New York City building for more than $20 million, per TMZ Sports.

TMZ Sports reported that the building currently has offices, a diamond exchange and a large billboard.

“I used to shop in the diamond exchange as a young adult,” Mayweather said in a statement, per TMZ Sports. “I never thought I would end up owning this important property at the entrance of 47th Street. Through hard work and dedication anything is possible.”

Per Suzannah Cavanaugh of The Real Deal, Mayweather reached a $402 million deal to buy more than 60 buildings (totaling over 1,000 units) in New York City. The buildings are mostly in Upper Manhattan. TMZ Sports reported that Mayweather wants to provide affordable housing to families. Floyd Mayweather

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WATCH: Floyd Mayweather scored fastest KO of his career by flattening foe with dynamite right-hand

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Floyd Mayweather made quick work of many of his early opponents – but he knocked out one fighter faster than the rest.

Before Mayweather became a dominant five-weight world champion who outsmarted his opponents with superior boxing IQ and defensive craft, he was a hard-hitting super featherweight prospect.

After being robbed in the semi-finals of the 1996 Atlanta Olympics against Serafim Todorov, ‘Pretty Boy Floyd’ turned over as a professional in October of that year.

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He hit the ground running in the paid ranks, stopping five of his first six opponents, including three inside the opening round.

Mayweather blasted out Jerry Cooper in 99 seconds and blitzed Kino Rodriguez in 104 seconds, while Bobby Giepert could only last 90 seconds with the fast-rising phenom.

But ‘TBE’ would get much closer to the minute mark in his seventh outing against Denver journeyman Tony Duran.

Duran entered the fight with an unremarkable 12-15-1 record, but was expected to give Mayweather rounds after going the distance with his uncle Jeff three months prior.

However, Duran proved to be no match for the 20-year-old puncher who flattened him in 72 seconds with a short right hand.

Duran managed to make his way back to his feet after eating the heavy blow, but stumbled into the ropes upon regaining his footing, prompting the referee to wave off the contest.

It was clear from a very early stage in his career that Mayweather would be something special.

When Mayweather was a teenager, the late great Emmanuel Steward was quoted as saying: “There have been very few that have been more talented than this kid.

“He will probably win two or three world championships. I think he will go on to become one of the best ever.”

As per usual, the Hall of Fame trainer was bang on the money.

During an illustrious professional career stretching up until 2017, Mayweather compiled an unblemished 50-0 record and won world titles from super featherweight to super welterweight.

Along the way, he beat 24 former and current world champions including Canelo Alvarez, Manny Pacquiao, Oscar De La Hoya, and Shane Mosley.

Boxing historians would tell you that legends like Sugar Ray Robinson and Muhammad Ali rank higher than Mayweather when it comes to boxing’s all-time greats.

But there is no doubting the fact that Mayweather was the best of his generation.

Former foe Ricky Hatton perhaps said it best.

“After every single fight I’ve had, it was the only fight where I’ve sat in the changing rooms, bit down and thought to myself ‘wow, he was good’,” he told ESPN.

“Just his defence, his movement and just how clever he was.

“He knew when to put his foot on the gas a little bit, when to soak it up a little bit, let me blow myself out, let the storm blow itself out a bit and then put his foot on the gas.

“I would go as far and say a genuis, absolutely great.”

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