Floyd Mayweather, the legendary boxer, is making a highly-anticipated return to the ring to settle unfinished business. He will be facing off against John Gotti III in Las Vegas during Super Bowl weekend in February, in a rematch of their explosive ’23 fight that ended in chaos.
Key Takeaway
Floyd Mayweather is set to face off against John Gotti III in a highly-anticipated rematch during Super Bowl weekend in Las Vegas. This showdown comes after their chaotic exhibition bout in ’23, which ended prematurely due to misconduct in the ring. The rematch aims to provide an action-packed event, with stricter rules in place to ensure a fair fight. Fans can expect an exciting pay-per-view event, broadcasted on the Zeus network, featuring additional matches involving Mayweather Promotions fighters.
The Rematch
The much-awaited event is scheduled to take place around Super Sunday, on February 11 in Sin City. The main attraction will be the headlining match between the 46-year-old Mayweather and the 31-year-old Gotti III.
Floyd Mayweather, with an impressive 50-0 record, is widely regarded as one of the greatest fighters of all time. On the other hand, Gotti III, the grandson of the notorious Gambino family crime boss, John Gotti, originally started his combat sports career in MMA (Mixed Martial Arts) with a record of 5-1, before transitioning to boxing with a 2-0 record.
Mayweather Promotions fighters will also be featured in the rest of the card, making it an exciting lineup.
A History of Controversy
This rematch is not without its history. In June, Mayweather and Gotti III faced off in a boxing exhibition at FLA Live Arena in Sunrise, Florida. However, the bout was called off in the sixth round due to excessive holding and other misconduct in the ring.
The chaos did not end there. The squared circle witnessed mayhem, and even outside the ring, there were altercations. Notably, Joseline Hernandez and Big Lex were seen engaging in a physical altercation. Eventually, order was restored, and representatives for both fighters managed to resolve the situation amicably.
Strict Rules for a Fair Bout
To prevent a recurrence of the previous fight’s mishaps, there are contractual clauses that include financial penalties if any party involved deviates from the agreed code of conduct. These measures aim to ensure that the rematch proceeds smoothly and without any disruptions.
Anticipated Pay-Per-View Event
The rematch between Mayweather and Gotti III will be aired as a pay-per-view event on the Zeus network. The event will be promoted by Mayweather Promotions, in collaboration with Hidden Empire Films, adding to the excitement surrounding this high-stakes battle.
The precise details regarding the exact date, time, and location of the rematch are yet to be announced.
