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Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. is considered one of the greatest boxers of all time, and for good reason. He was practically unbeatable in his prime, with his now undefeated record of 50-0 speaking for itself. However, even the greatest boxers have faced challenges, and ‘Money’ was no exception. One such challenge came in the form of another legend Miguel Cotto, who has arguably been one of the former champion’s toughest opponents.

The narrative leading to the bout was compelling. Mayweather was widely regarded as one of the best defensive boxers and one who could evade punches with uncanny agility. Cotto, on the other hand, was a brawler known for his powerful punches and relentless pressure refusing to back down. Moreover, he would almost put an end to the undefeated record of one of the best boxers of his generation.

Floyd Mayweather vs Miguel Cotto: A glimpse of vulnerability

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Mayweather’s clash with Cotto was a breathtaking display of skill, willpower, and endurance. The battle unfolded over a grueling 12 rounds, with each fighter pushing themselves to the brink. Surprisingly, it was Puerto Rican who managed to pierce Mayweather’s impregnable defense. Moreover, he even made Mayweather bleed from his nose, a feat not yet achieved by his previous opponents. This early setback signaled that ‘Money’ was facing an opponent who refused to be overwhelmed by his reputation.

However, in his trademark style, Mayweather adapted to the challenge, summoning his deep reserves of resilience and strategic prowess. In the end, despite Cotto’s valiant effort, Mayweather emerged victorious. He demonstrated why he had earned his place among the boxing immortals, weathering the storm and asserting his supremacy in the later rounds.

Resurfaced video footage of the intense contest, particularly the moment when Mayweather found himself bleeding in his corner, reignited the intrigue surrounding the fight. Fans, both longtime enthusiasts and new followers, marveled at the sight of Mayweather, the seemingly invincible, showing vulnerability. The clip sparked a frenzy of reactions, with some reveling in the idea of witnessing Mayweather’s rare moment of weakness.

Mayweather’s vulnerable moment spurs wild reactions and speculations

A user named Juan Carlos Bravo Torres claimed that Mayweather was more interested in ‘running’ than fighting his opponents head-on. “Floyd is the fighter who never gave his challengers a fight, he just ran.” he wrote

Another user named Angel Hernandez Cobain revealed that even according to ‘TBE’, Cotto was his toughest opponent. “In the words of Floyd himself, Cotto was the toughest opponent he faced. I’ve always said that…” he wrote.

Moreover, a user named Mauro Mata thought that there were many others who beat Mayweather. However, the bouts were scored for ‘Money’ despite being close decisions. “Not only Cotto there were several who beat him but as always they gave Floyd Mayweather the fight,” he wrote.

Meanwhile, a user thought that Shane Mosley was the one who hurt Mayweather the most. “Mosley was the one who really hurt Floyd,” he wrote.

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However, according to a user, if Cotto was able to land some more punches, the outcome of the fight would be much different. “If Cotto would have had more punches, the result would be different!!” he wrote.

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In retrospect, Mayweather’s encounter with Cotto stands as a testament to the resilience of a true champion. The Puerto Rican pugilist pushed Mayweather to the brink, challenging him in ways that few had before. In addition, the fight remains a pivotal chapter in Mayweather’s storied career, a reminder that even the mightiest titans of the ring can be tested

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Moreover, to this day the fight continues to intrigue fans as they saw a crack in the mighty defense of one of the best boxers ever. What did you think about Mayweather almost losing to Cotto in this epic bout? Let us know in the comments.

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