Promised showdown: Paul to face Mayweather in the boxing ring
Boxing Bash: Mayweather Vs. Paul - Expect Big Bucks for The Champ
The challenge is set for the boxing throwdown between internet sensation Logan Paul and the legendary Floyd Mayweather. The weigh-in landed in Miami, where they faced off, with a notable difference in weight—Paul, hefty at 189 lbs (86 kg), contrasting against Mayweather's lithe 154 lbs (70 kg). Paul's height gives him an edge too. Yet, Mayweather holds a substantial advantage in experience, flaunting an undefeated record of 50 wins in 50 fights. Paul, on the other hand, has only been in the ring twice, with one loss and one draw. This upcoming spectacle isn't a traditional boxing match but rather an exhibition bout, adhering to an eight-round format, with each round spanning three minutes. A draw would result if both fighters manage all rounds, but a knockout is the only path to victory.
Paul voiced his confidence, stating, "he's not ready, and he doesn't know what to expect. This isn't the biggest fight of my life – it's the biggest fight of his. Because he's got everything to lose, and I've got nothing to lose." He added, "Tomorrow, I'm going to win this fight and knock out the greatest boxer of all time!"
The ruckus kicks off on June 6th. Mayweather is expected to rake in approximately $100 million from the contest, whereas Paul's purse fare is estimated to be a mere fraction of that, at around $5.25 million. Logan Paul's guaranteed purse was $250,000, supplemented with 10% of the Pay Per View (PPV) sales[1]. With the fight drawing an estimated $50 million in PPV revenue, Paul's take from the PPV sales alone would amount to approximately $5 million (10% of $50 million)[1][4]. However, reports point to Logan Paul still awaiting his full payment from Mayweather[2][3].
Mayweather, despite Paul's height advantage and self-confidence, holds a significant weighing disadvantage and has a notable edge in experience, given his undefeated record. Despite this, Paul remains ready and asserts that he will win the fight and knock out the greatest boxer of all time. However, it remains to be seen if Paul will secure a substantial portion of the big bucks expected from the sports event, as he is yet to receive his full payment from Mayweather.
