Mayweather Returns to the Ring, Challenges Grandson of Mafia Boss John Gotti

Former world boxing champion in five different weight classes, Floyd Mayweather Jr. will return to the ring on June 11. This time he will face John Gotti III, the grandson of the Gambino family mafia boss, John Gotti in an exhibition fight.

“I want to bring people the biggest and best events, and Sunday June 11th will bring you a match like nothing you’ve ever seen in the world of sport and entertainment,” Mayweather said. Boxingscene.

The two of them will fight at the FLA Live Arena, Florida, United States in a battle titled “Last Names Matter”. For the event, Mayweather will partner acclaimed director and producer Deon Taylor, CEO of Hidden Empire Film Group.

The event will also feature performances by music superstar Ozuna, who has previously won Latin Grammy Awards and Billboard Music Awards. Apart from Ozuna, there will also be other musicians providing entertainment at the event.

“It’s all about combining top-notch live entertainment with top-notch skill in the ring. I love the South Florida fans and I know they will appreciate the show we have to put on,” said Mayweather.

It is known, the boxer who has won 12 world titles in five different classes has indeed retired from professional boxing in 2017, after defeating MMA fighter Conor McGregor. Mayweather has a record of 50 wins (27 KOs), no defeats or draws.

Since retiring, Mayweather, who is now 46 years old, has often appeared in exhibition matches. Several opponents who had one exhibition ring with the former boxer nicknamed The Money include Japanese kickboxing fighter Tenshin Nasukawa, YouTuber Logan Paul, former sparring partner Don Moore, Japanese MMA fighter Mikuru Asakura, YouTuber Deji Olatunji, and finally former British MMA fighter Aaron Chalmers last February 25.

Meanwhile, John Gotti III himself started his career in mixed martial arts (MMA) in 2017. He has a 5-1 fighting record when competing at CES MMA.

In October 2022, Gotti III turned professional with a unanimous decision win over Albert Tulley. Next, he also succeeded in canvassing Alex Citrowske in the first round in the fight that was held last January.

“I grew up idolizing Floyd and I am honored to have the opportunity to sat in the ring against him,” said Gotti, who is 16 years Floyd Mayweather’s junior.

“He is one of the greatest boxers of all time and he is the reason I got into boxing. But on June 11, I will punish him,” he added.