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Undoubtedly, one of the biggest boxing fights of this generation would be Floyd Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor. The two greats from different combat sports came inside a ring to square off for generational greatness. The first fight was an electrifying showdown, and now possibilities of a sequel are brewing.
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A source told TheSun,” He (Floyd Mayweather) believes it will be the biggest night boxing will have ever seen and has been saying ‘People best be ready because it’s going to be something spectacular’.”
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The first clash between the two titans had taken the world by storm. Apparently, the rumors about a rematch have already sent waves of excitement among fans.
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The world witnessed a historic event on August 26, 2017, as the biggest boxer and the biggest MMA fighter squared off inside the ring. The magnanimous showdown kept on for a spectacular 10-round battle, setting the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, on fire.
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LAS VEGAS, NV – AUGUST 23: Boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. (L) and UFC lightweight champion Conor McGregor face off during a news conference at the KA Theatre at MGM Grand Hotel & Casino on August 23, 2017 in Las Vegas, Nevada. The two will meet in a super welterweight boxing match at T-Mobile Arena on August 26 in Las Vegas. (Photo by Ethan Miller/Getty Images)
It is recognized as one of the most lucrative contests in boxing history. According to ESPN, the 2017 fight brought in a staggering $600 million in revenue and 4.3 million PPV purchases. Although ‘The Notorious’ gave a strong effort, Mayweather ultimately surpassed him and won this pivotal contest.
How much Floyd Mayweather offered the Irishman for a sequel
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‘Money’ walked out with a hefty purse and went down as the greatest boxer of all time for his fans, as he extended his unbeatable record to 50-0. Mayweather and McGregor, two names of this stature certainly mean that a massive amount is on the line.
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Nevada , United States – 26 August 2017; Conor McGregor, right, and Floyd Mayweather Jr during their super welterweight boxing match at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, USA. (Photo By Stephen McCarthy/Sportsfile via Getty Images)
As per TheSun, a source said, “Mayweather Promotions made Connor an offer of 150million euros ($157m) for the fight.”
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‘Money’ also mentioned that the undercard might have a clash between Gervonta Davis and Ryan Garcia. Only time will tell how this situation plays out. Meanwhile, what do you think about Mayweather’s remarks? Share it in the comments section below.
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