Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr. Has Money Problems?

In the following article, it is referenced that Floyd Mayweather Jr. has financial problems:

http://www.boxingscene.com/?m=show&id=20820

If true, could this be the main reason Floyd Mayweather Jr. is making a comeback? And if true, how can we be sure that Floyd Mayweather's heart and head are truly into boxing, and not the money? Last but not least, if true, should those of us giving Mayweather the early, *inevitable* win against Marquez revise our predictions? Some important questions to answer.

It is total irony that Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr. seems to have financial problems....then again, most prize fighters do.

Mayweather vs. Marquez Is Back On For September 19

Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs Juan Manuel Marquez is officially back on. The bout is rescheduled for September 19.

After being cleared to fight by his doctor, Mayweather said, "I am relieved to be cleared to fight as I was already looking forward to getting back into the ring.

"Trust me, 19 September is a great weekend for boxing, and all of my fans, of which there are many Mexicans too, can certainly hold on to their hats and sombreros when I get back into the ring and show them what they have been missing these past 18 months. I will destroy Marquez and reclaim my rightful place as boxing's pound-for-pound king all in one night."

I'm glad the fight is back on, although I must disagree with Mayweather on one point; if Floyd is to reclaim boxing's number one pound-for-pound spot, he must first beat Manny Pacquiao. Defeating Juan Manuel Marquez, on his first trip to the ring in over a year would be impressive for Mayweather - no doubt about it. But it wont put him above Manny Pacquiao.

Marquez had this to say about the rescheduled bout with Mayweather: "I am happy that Mayweather has been cleared to fight and we can get down to business. This weekend is not just an important weekend for boxing, but even more so for all of the Mexican and Mexican-American people I will be fighting for."

Floyd Mayweather Jr. vs. Juan Manuel Marquez - September 19 - let the hype resume!

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Floyd Mayweather Jr. Injured!

Floyd Mayweather Jr's July 18 bout with Juan Manuel Marquez is postponed. Mayweather injured his rib during training camp.

There have been rumors that Floyd didn't really injure himself and the cancellation of the fight is due to bad pre-fight ticket sales. But that's only speculation. No news yet on whether the fight will be rescheduled, or if it will be rescheduled at all.

This summer was shaping up to be a memorable time for boxing fans; first David Haye, now Mayweather Jr.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. - His Return Is Not Without Criticism

Floyd "Money" Mayweather Jr. is set to come out of retirement and return to the ring when he squares off against Juan Manuel Marquez at 144 lbs. July 18, 2009. Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been absent from the boxing world since December 2007, when he beat tough challenger, Ricky "The Hitman" Hatton at welterweight. Mayweather knocked Hatton out in the 10th round with a check hook and announced his retirement shortly after the fight. With an irresistible itch for notoriety and cash, Mayweather's self professed retirement plan was short lived.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. was - and still is - boxing's pound for pound superstars. He possesses tremendous gifts (besides his mouth) inside the ring, and has an ego the size of Texas; so it's no surprise he wants to come back and mix it up with some of boxing's best. Boxing's best small men that is.

Floyd's opponent for his comeback will be Juan Manuel Marquez, a strong counter-punching boxer who
comes to fight and leaves his best in the ring every time he steps in it. There is some criticism along with the excitement though:

Marquez is coming up from lightweight to face the naturally bigger Mayweather. Ricky Hatton also had to make a jump in weight, from jr. welterweight to welterweight - and if Mayweather is successful in defeating Marquez, his next opponent (possibly), Manny Pacquiao will also most likely have to make a jump in weight to face the naturally bigger Mayweather. Cherry picking opponents has been an allegation Floyd naysayers often accuse him of.

Money Mayweather hasn't been in the ring for almost two years, so it is hard to make a prediction. Anything can happen in boxing, but I seriously doubt Floyd Mayweather Jr. would risk his perfect record if he didn't think he could win.

Floyd Mayweather's return is great for the sport of boxing, but as per usual, like the rest of his career, he will play it safe, fighting the good small men instead of the good big men already prowling in his division.

Should Ricky Hatton Hang Up His Gloves?

Quite a bit of speculation has surrounded "The Hitman" lately on whether he should retire or not. Ricky Hatton was blown out of the water earlier this month by Manny Pacquiao via 2nd round KO.

Floyd Mayweather Jr., the only other man to best Hatton in the ring recently said, "Ricky's career was over in 2007 when he met me.

"He was a gutsy, tough champ but there's a time in every boxer's career when they must hang it up.

"He was knocked out bad twice - by me and Pacquiao. They were two devastating defeats. He's been in a lot of tough fights and taken some big shots.

"I don't think Ricky should fight again. I wouldn't fight him again, even at Wembley."

So there you have it. Floyd Mayweather Jr., one of the sport's best and biggest draws said he would not fight Hatton again, even at Wembley stadium - and I agree with Floyd. Hatton now has two losses on his resume, and you could argue that Hatton is damaged goods. Floyd Mayweather Jr. would stand to gain nothing in a rematch with Ricky Hatton.

Floyd Mayweather Sr., Ricky's trainer the last two times out, has also called on Hatton to pack it in.

So, is Ricky Hatton 'damaged goods,' maybe past his prime? Or is it simply a case of going up against a human wrecking ball named, Manny Pacquiao? It is too early to tell.

What Ricky Hatton needs to do, is go for a long vacation and answer all these questions himself. It has long been his dream to become the number one pound for pound fighter in the world. That reality is now washed away.

In my opinion, Hatton needs a new trainer; one more fight for his loyal fans at home, then call it a career.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. On SportsCenter

Floyd Mayweather Jr. was recently on SportsCenter to discuss his upcoming match against Juan Manuel Marquez.

Mayweather, like always, was himself - arrogant, brash and beaming with confidence. Floyd is never at a loss for words, especially when it comes to protecting his economic worth with the boxing public.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. got into a spirited back-and-forth argument with the SportsCenter anchorman. The anchorman rightfully points out that Mayweather took himself out of the equation when he retired from boxing a little over a year and a half ago, and because he did, Manny Pacquiao is the now recognized #1 pound for pound fighter on the planet.

Mayweather at one point told the anchorman that Manny Pacquiao needs him, more than he needs Pacquiao. I would disagree with Floyd's assessment: Mayweather needs to realize that Manny Pacquiao is coming off a spectacular victory in which he disposed of his last opponent, Ricky Hatton in two rounds, whereas it took Mayweather ten rounds (fighting at a higher weight) to get rid of the same foe. Manny Pacquiao beating Ricky Hatton in two rounds at jr. welterweight, is much more impressive than Floyd Mayweather Jr. beating Ricky Hatton in ten rounds, at welterweight.

Whatever the case, Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao are on an inevitable collision course - depending on Mayweather first beating Juan Manuel Marquez in July. Should "Money Mayweather" succeed in his next fight, he will most likely face Manny Pacquio. The hype has already begun - and most boxing fans would pay to see this fight.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. Is Set To Return July 18!

Floyd Mayweather's retirement didn't last long. The pound for pound boxing great is set to return July 18, when he squares off against current #2 pound for pound fighter in the world, Juan Manuel Marquez. The 12-round match will take place at the MGM Grand, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Floyd Mayweather Jr. has been out of boxing and "retired" for a little over a year and a half. Shortly after he defeated Ricky Hatton via 10th round TKO, Mayweather announced his retirement from the sport of boxing. Many people in the boxing world speculated that Floyd Mayweather's leave of absense would not last long. They were right.

Juan Manuel Marquez will be coming up in weight to face Floyd Mayweather Jr. The naturally bigger Mayweather is favored by many boxing fans to win, and rightfully so - but by no means should Marquez be a push-over; he's a gifted, tough fighter, with a great chin, commendable determination and an effective counter puncher.

It will be interesting to see how Juan Manuel Marquez deals with the jump in weight. On the other hand, Mayweather's inactivity may turn out to be the deciding factor in this bout. While Floyd Mayweather Jr. is superman, he's still human - and he's facing a gutty Mexican who will undoubtably come to fight.

Whatever the outcome, the sport of boxing is looking up. Stay tuned!