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Floyd Mayweather is all set to face Aaron Chalmers on February 25. Floyd’s exhibition match against Aaron is not getting decent coverage. This fight has been eclipsed by the hype for the Tommy Fury vs Jake Paul fight which is scheduled to take place on the following day.

This time fans are not really happy about his fight. And they made their feelings known even though it was his birthday. Recently, a clip of Floyd Mayweather honing his moves on a punching bag during a media workout ahead of his fight was uploaded by IFL TV.

The caption read, “Floyd Mayweather goes through the motions at today’s media workout ahead of his fight with Aaron Chalmers this weekend.

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The clip has received a lot of negative criticism from fans. It seems that many fans are not happy with Mayweather’s choice of opponent. However, it is also true that Mayweather is facing the fighter on short notice after Liam Harrison pulled out of the fight. 

Floyd Mayweather’s incredible display

Floyd Mayweather wowed fans in the UK by displaying his incredible hand speed ahead of his upcoming fight with Aaron Chalmers. The retired boxing legend, who brought his professional boxing career to a close with an unbeaten record of 50 wins is set to return to the ring for an exhibition fight against the Geordie Shore star at London’s O2 Arena.

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Despite turning 46 this week, Mayweather showcased familiar skills that made him a household name during his boxing career.

Mayweather worked the pads at a London gym with several coaches for over 30 minutes. He demonstrated his trademark speed and pinpoint accuracy. Mayweather is hoping to put on a show for fans during the fight. He is looking forward to entertaining fans and keeping himself in shape through these exhibition fights.

Fan’s Reaction to the clip

One fan, Pejebbssbbsbs wrote that he wasn’t even aware that he had a fight scheduled.

Another fan, Paul Hiton joked if someone could provide more information about Aaron Chalmers.

Hood wrote that it seems that only a handful of people are aware that the event is taking place this weekend.

Another fan, neil spalding wrote that most of the attention this weekend will be on the Jake v Tommy fight.  Not many people will be interested in the fight, according to him.

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One fan, Jimmy Simp also shared his opinion. He wrote that Fury vs Paul fight is getting a lot more attention compared to this event, almost a thousand times more.

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Overall, a certain section of boxing fans seemed pretty angry at Floyd Mayweather for his choice of opponent. Whatever, the opinion of critics or fans is, one thing is sure, Mayweather will be looking to put on a great show this weekend.