Paul could embarrass Mayweather this weekend
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Floyd Mayweather has said he could fight anyone he wanted but he chose Logan Paul for the money he’s banking.
The undefeated boxing great will take on the YouTuber in an exhibition fight on Sunday and will make a nine figure sum.
Mayweather told Disruptive Entrepreneur podcast: “I can fight a fighter right now and I can guarantee myself $35million.
“I can eventually probably make $50million, for just a regular fight. Or me and Logan Paul can go out, entertain, have fun and make nine figures $100million or more. Everybody thinks that ‘retired’ means at home with your feet up and picking up weight.”
Here’s all you need to know about the fight.
When is it?
The fight will take place on Sunday, June 6.
The main card is expected to begin at 8pm ET with the main event set for 10pm ET or around 4am UK time.
Where is it?
The fight will take place at the Hard Rock Stadium in Miami, Florida.
How can I watch?
Fans can watch the match on Sky Sports Box Office with coverage beginning at 11.55pm.
It will cost supporters £16.95 to watch the undercard and main event.
Odds
Mayweather – 1/8
Draw – 326/25
Paul – 9/2
Prediction
While many may want to Paul upset Mayweather, it is unlikely to happen. The YouTuber may be taller and have a bigger reach but the 44-year-old has the experience behind him to put this fight to bed. Mayweather via KO.
Undercard
Badou Jack vs Dervin Colina
Jarrett Hurd vs Luis Arias
Chad Johnson vs Brian Maxwell
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