Fans Go Into a Frenzy as Kentrell Gaulden Jr. Pulls Up on Grandpa Floyd Mayweather: “He Gon Be a Menace to the Boxing Community”

A minute-long clip of Floyd Mayweather Jr.‘s grandson walking around his gym, trying different equipment, and then boxing with his famous grandfather has been gaining some considerable traction among fans. Many of them shared their thoughts about coming across this joyful moment in the boxing great’s life.

Kentrell Gaulden Jr., the son of Yaya (Iyanna) Mayweather and NBA YoungBoy, turned 3 this January. The apple of his grandfather’s eye, the toddler, is frequently seen in the undefeated former champion’s posts and messages. One can easily see the pride in Mayweather Jr.’s eye whenever he catches a glimpse of his grandson laced up in gloves and trying whatever little boxing he knows.

Embracing the family legacy: Kentrell Gaulden Jr. the heir to Floyd Mayweather Jr. greatness

The tweet shared by @shannonsharpeee read, “KJ pulled up on his grandpa Floyd Mayweather. Lil man love’s being in the gym.” The footage began with Kentrell Gaulden Jr. walking up royally to Bill Conti‘s Gonna Fly Now’, the ‘Rocky’ movie theme. It’s easy to make out that the kid knew where he was going and what he wanted to do.

So the first pitstop in the gym was watching a heavy punching bag, and then it was over to the stationary cycle. There’s no way he could have missed a few jumps on the Bosu ball. Then it was time to put on the gloves. Once inside the ring, Kentrell Gaulden Jr. threw some solid combinations on yet another ‘TMT’ bag. A touch-up at another corner.

After a few tries, Gaulden Jr. managed to touch the small punching bag hanging high above him. The next sequence shows him trying to touch his grandfather. The boxing great could be seen urging the toddler to hit and then quickly swinging his head backward when a tiny hand moved toward him.

The ascent to boxing stardom

Unsurprisingly, most fans seem to have been swooned over by the cute video. To many, it’s like writing on the wall that Kentrell Gaulden Jr. has greatness written over his face. He will follow in his legendary grandfather’s footsteps. Let’s see what some of the fans have to say.

The user appreciated the fact that Kentrell Gaulden Jr. is on track to become exceptionally skilled and formidable in the ring. After all, he is also a Mayweather, as the user stressed.

The next user decided to let his imagination run wild. They claimed that the kid would grow up to become a better boxer than his grandfather.

This fan said that Kentrell Gaulden Jr. has the combined talent of his father and grandfather in his blood. So one day, he will definitely become one of the most formidable names in the boxing world.

Then, laughing, this fan took a dig. Barring Kentrell Gaulden Jr., they wondered how difficult it would be for anyone to approach someone like Floyd Mayweather Jr. so easily.

Then another fan also espoused a similar feeling that Gaulden Jr. is genuine and will become one day one of the finest boxers during their lifetime itself.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. considers himself blessed to have Kentrell Gaulden Jr. in his life. A glimpse at some of the posts the former world champion has shared in the past is enough to understand the deep bond he shares with his grandson.

In boxing, the Atlanta Olympic bronze medalist finally has a fight in hand. He will enter the ring for a rematch with John Gotti III. The first bout between the two on June 11 last year ended on the most controversial note. So to close the open argument, the duo will meet again at Mexico City’s Arena CDMX.

Who would you want Floyd Mayweather Jr. to go next in an exhibition fight?