The exhibition bout between Floyd Mayweather and Don Moore moved from Dubai to Abu Dhabi. Despite the change in location, the event lived up to expectations. Boxing fans in the middle east witnessed one of the greatest fighters of all time showcasing the beauty of his art at the age of 45.
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Though ‘The Pretty Boy’ has been to several exhibition contests, this fight was no less than a roller coaster ride for the former champ. Following an initial postponement due to the demise of the UAE President, the bout moved from the Burj Al Arab helipad to the Etihad Arena.
After a new location and date were finalized, Mayweather and ‘Dangerous’ Moore delivered massively in the much-awaited slugfest. As it was an exhibition showdown, Mayweather did hilarious things to enchant and entertain the fighting fans of the middle east.
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Before the start of the seventh round, ‘Money’ replaced the ring girl. In a hilarious mood, the undefeated champ took the ring card and walked inside the squared circle. While giving the card to the ring girl, he even danced a bit.
Floyd Mayweather between rounds 😂 pic.twitter.com/priUaKe44R
— TheBreadBatch (@TheBreadBatch) May 21, 2022
This went viral on social media platforms and caught the attention of fans. One fan wrote, “Floyd schools Canelo at 45.”
Floyd schools Canelo at 45
— Wilders Right Hand 💣 (@WrathNightmare) May 21, 2022
This was just one of many reactions from fans.
Few more fans reacted to the hilarious act of Floyd Mayweather
One fan compared Mayweather with Canelo Alvarez and Manny Pacquiao. This fan mentioned, “I understand why the Canelo and Manny fans hate him though. Pacquiao was “past his prime”, and Canelo “wasn’t experienced enough.”
Floyd earned his stripes. He can do what he wants! I understand why the Canelo and Manny fans hate him though. Pacquiao was “past his prime”, and Canelo “wasn’t experienced enough”. 😂😂😂😂
— ClassyDiva_1💄💄💄 💅🏽💅🏽💅🏽 (@SparkleTutson) May 21, 2022
Another fan is of the opinion that Mayweather ducked everyone in his prime. This claim is very common against the 50-0 pugilist.
By ducking everyone in their prime 😂
— Mr.52K (@gonzotor7) May 21, 2022
This fan, who was impressed by the exhibition bout, wrote, “Definitely was entertaining.”
Definitely was entertaining
— Truth Tella (@Tella1Truth) May 21, 2022
Undoubtedly, the exhibition matchup was made entertaining by Mayweather.
Lol 😂 why not for extra money and it’s a exhibition fight lol rules
— womenruletheworld30🤍🧡 (@womenrule30) May 21, 2022
Another fan wrote, “Floyd causally Collecting MILLIONS for light sparring in retirement from a bunch of Dubai Billionaires. GOAT status.”
Floyd causally Collecting MILLIONS for light sparring in retirement from a bunch of Dubai Billionaires. GOAT statues pic.twitter.com/D2wqjqaK0Z
— Gmane (@Gmane07) May 21, 2022
One of the greatest fights I’ve ever watched.
— Bill Mitchell (@JazD22) May 21, 2022
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Floyd beat the game and now finishing side quest.
— jekyll (@jekyll10320827) May 21, 2022
These were the reactions of some fans to the hilarious part played by Mayweather in the ring during the bout.
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