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VIDEO: Floyd Mayweather and Andre Berto Face Off at Final Presser in Las Vegas

Floyd Mayweather and Andre Berto facing off in Las Vegas ahead of their fight on Saturday night (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

On Wednesday afternoon, Sep. 9, Floyd Mayweather and Andre Berto came face to face at their final press conference ahead of their pay per view collision on Saturday night.

Mayweather (48-0, 26 KO’s) faces off with Berto (30-3, 23 KO’s) on SHOWTIME pay per view from the MGM Grand and while the fight wasn’t at first greeted by open arms from the boxing public, there is no doubt that several eyes will be fixated on the matchup this weekend given the fact that it may be Floyd’s final appearance in the ring.
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PHOTOS: Floyd Mayweather and Andre Berto make their Grand Arrivals to Las Vegas

Floyd Mayweather inside of the MGM Grand in Las Vegas (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

On Tuesday afternoon, Sep. 8, five-division world champion Floyd Mayweather (48-0, 26 KO’s) and his next foe, former WBC welterweight champion Andre Berto (30-3, 23 KO’s), made their official arrivals to Las Vegas ahead of their SHOWTIME pay per view matchup this weekend.

Mayweather and Berto both appear in great spirits as the fight, possibly Mayweather’s last in his illustrious career, draws near.
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Floyd Mayweather and Andre Berto Face Off in Los Angeles [Sneak Peak]

Floyd Mayweather and Andre Berto facing off in Los Angeles

By Chris Robinson

On Thursday, Aug. 6, Floyd Mayweather came face to face with Andre Berto inside of JW Marriott at L.A. Live in Los Angeles, Calif.

Mayweather (48-0, 26 KO’s) will face Berto (30-3, 23 KO’s) on SHOWTIME pay per view on Sep. 12 from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas and he has been looking sharp, as is always the case, back in training camp.
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PHOTOS: Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. fails to make weight, fight with Reyes still moving forward

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. faces off with Marco Reyes on Saturday night (Photo: Esther Lin – SHOWTIME)

By Chris Robinson

Once again, Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. has failed to make weight ahead of a highly-critical matchup vs. the very formidable Marcos Reyes. Chavez (48-2-1, 32 KO’s) and Reyes (33-2, 24 KO’s) agreed to a catch-weight limit of 169 pounds for their SHOWTIME-televised brawl, yet the son of the Mexican legend of the same name came in weighing 170.8 pounds.

Reyes was under the limit at 168.4 pounds, and despite Chavez not coming back to the scale to attempt to make the weight, the fight will still push forward. Check out the photos below for more photos.
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PHOTOS: Deontay Wilder stops Eric Molina in the ninth round in Alabama

Deontay Wilder is still undefeated (Photo: Stephane Trapp – SHOWTIME)

By Chris Robinson

Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder (34-0, 33 KOs), may have had to work harder than expected before dismantling Eric “Drummer Boy” Molina (23-3, 17 KOs) on Saturday night inside of the Bartow Arena in Birmingham, Ala., but he still managed to come away with a ninth round knockout and a successful first defense of his WBC heavyweight title.

Check below for ringside photos from SHOWTIME’s Stephane Trapp.
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Deontay Wilder survives early scare; regroups to drop Eric Molina four times en route to 9th round KO

WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder and his team celebrate following his victory over Eric Molina (Photo: Instagram)

By Chris Robinson

In front of a sold out crowd of 8,500 inside of the Bartow Arena in Birmingham, Ala., WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder (34-0, 33 KO’s) scored a successful first defense of his title vs. tough Eric Molina (23-3, 17 KO’s).

Wilder was a huge favorite heading into the fight but actually had some rocky moments when he was caught in the third round. Following that stanza, Wilder regrouped and scored a knockdown in the fourth, two in the fifth, before finishing the match off with a big overhand right that put his opponent out and on his back.
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PHOTOS: Deontay Wilder and Eric Molina face off at final press conference ahead of SHOWTIME title bout

WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder faces off with challenge Eric Molina ahead of their fight on Saturday (Photo: Stephane Trapp – SHOWTIME)

By Chris Robinson

Photos from Embassy Suites in Birmingham, Ala. as undefeated WBC heavyweight champion Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” (33-0, 32 KO’s) faces off with challenge Eric Moina (23-2, 17 KO’s) two days prior to their SHOWTIME-televised duel this Saturday night.

Wilder captured the WBC belt this past January in Las Vegas by defeating Bermane Stiverne over 12 rounds and he will be looking for a first successful defense inside of the Bartow Arena in Birmingham this weekend.
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PHOTOS: Deontay Wilder putting in work for Eric Molina showdown on June 13 in Alabama

Heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder training for his showdown with Eric Molina (Photo: Bill Hoffman)

By Chris Robinson

More photos as WBC heavyweight champion Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder (33-0, 32 KO’s) puts in work ahead of his June 13 showdown vs. contender Eric Molina.

Wilder is one of the more engaging characters in the sport and he is coming off of a title-winning victory over Bermane Stiverne this past January that saw him fukfill much of the potential many had bestowed upon him following his bronze medal in 2008.

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Deontay Wilder defends WBC heavyweight belt on June 13 in Alabama

WBC heavyweight champion Deontay Wilder steps back into the ring on June 13 (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

Looks like newly-crowned WBC heavyweight champion Deontay “The Bronze Bomber” Wilder (33-0, 32 KO’s) will be stepping back into the ring on Saturday, June 13 inside of the Bartow Arena in Birmingham, Ala.

Showtime Championship Boxing will play host to Wilder’s defense vs. Eric “Drummer Boy” Molina (23-2, 17 KO’s), as the 29-year old is still in the spotlight heavily following his title-winning victory vs. Bermane Stiverne on Jan. 17.
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Photos: Revisiting Floyd Mayweather’s unanimous decision victory over Manny Pacquiao

Floyd Mayweather firing against Manny Pacquiao on Saturday night (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

Images from photographer Naoki Fukuda, who was inside of the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, May 2.

In front of a sold-out crowd, Mayweather (48-0, 26 KO’s) controlled Pacquiao (56-6-2, 38 KO’s) over the course of 12 rounds in the biggest financial prizefight to date.
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Floyd Mayweather addresses the media following huge victory over Manny Pacquiao

Floyd Mayweather following his victory over Manny Pacquiao (By Chris Robinson)

By Chris Robinson

HustleBoss.com was on hand inside of the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada as Floyd Mayweather spoke to the media following his victory over Manny Pacquiao.

In this clip, Mayweather congratulates Pacquiao, trainer Freddie Roach, and other team members.
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Manny Pacquiao speaks to the media following loss to Floyd Mayweather

Manny Pacquiao following his loss to Floyd Mayweather (Photo: Chris Robinson)

By Chris Robinson

HustleBoss.com was on hand inside of the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Saturday, May 3 as eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao (57-6-3, 38 KO’s) spoke to the media following his loss to Floyd Mayweater.

In this clip, Pacquiao speaks on his tough loss to Mayweather and shares his thoughts.
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VIDEO: Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao Weigh-In Coverage from Las Vegas

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao weighing in (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

HustleBoss.com was on hand inside of the MGM Grand Garden Arena on Friday, May 1 as perennial pound for pound king Floyd Mayweather (47-0, 26 KO’s) weighed in ahead of his matchup with Manny Pacquiao (57-3-2, 38 KO’s), who he faces tonight in a highly-anticipated pay-per-view attraction.

Both fighters look in great shape, as Mayweather came in weighing 146 pounds while Pacquiao was at 145 pounds.
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Photos: Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao weigh in ahead of May 2 showdown

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao weighing in (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

Photos from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada as Floyd Mayweather (47-0, 26 KO’s) and Manny Pacquiao (57-5-2, 38 KO’s) weigh in ahead of their big clash tomorrow night on HBO Pay Pay View and SHOWTIME PPV.

Pacquiao hit the scales first, weighing 145 pounds, while Mayweather came in weighing 146 pounds. Each fighter looks in tremendous shape and the world can’t wait for tomorrow night.
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VIDEO: Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao speak at final presser

It’s Fight Week in Vegas. Mayweather vs. Pacquiao – May 2, MGM Grand, Las Vegas (Photo: Chris Robinson)

By Chris Robinson

HustleBoss.com was on hand for the final Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao press conference in Las Vegas, Nevada.

In this clip, check out what Mayweather (47-0, 26 KO’s) and Pacquiao (57-5-2, 38 KO’s) had to say ahead of their big showdown on Saturday night. It’s nice to see class from both men heading into the biggest matchup of their respective careers.
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Photos: Inside the final Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao presser in Las Vegas

Floyd Mayweather Sr., Floyd Mayweather, Manny Pacquiao, and Freddie Roach in Las Vegas (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

Exclusive photos from the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada as pound for pound king Floyd Mayweather (47-0, 26 KO’s) and eight-division world champion Manny Pacquiao (57-5-2, 38 KO’s) face off at their final press conference ahead of their May 2 showdown.

Mayweather vs. Pacquiao is as big of an event as we have ever covered and it’s been a long time in the making. Visit our Official YouTube Channel in the coming days for more updates and check out more photos below, courtesy of our guy Naoki Fukuda.
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Photos: Behind the scenes during Floyd Mayweather’s Las Vegas Arrival

Floyd Mayweather in Las Vegas ahead of his May 2 fight vs. Manny Pacquiao (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Chris Robinson

Behind-the-scenes coverage from the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada as five-division world champion Floyd Mayweather (47-0, 26 KO’s) makes his grand arrival ahead of his pay per view showdown with Filipino star Manny Pacquiao.

Check out the pictures for more.

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Freddie Roach continues to sound off on Floyd Mayweather as Team Pacquiao land in Vegas

Team Pacquiao on their way to Las Vegas (Photo: Twitter)

By Chris Robinson

With Manny Pacquiao having made his arrival to Las Vegas, the eight-division world champion is one step closer to his dream match vs. Floyd Mayweather, who he faces on Saturday night from the MGM Grand Garden Arena.

For Pacquiao’s trainer Freddie Roach, he views the contest as much of a conclusion than anything else.
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Mayweather admits losing his fire, while Pacquiao is at full throttle

Floyd Mayweather during his media day in Las Vegas on Tuesday afternoon (Photo: Naoki Fukuda)

By Vitali Shaposhnikov

Have you ever heard that if a fighter spends too much time in the ring being hit, fighting war after war, they tend to slip out of the game much sooner than those that fight smart and avoid punishment?

This idea is not necessarily false, and from many standpoints makes perfect logical sense. Being hit a lot can cause physical and mental damage, leading to a higher chance of permanent and temporary injuries, as well as decline in the ability to simulate self-confidence.
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Video: INSIDE MAYWEATHER VS. PACQUIAO | Episode 1 Preview

Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao facing off in Los Angeles ahead of their super fight

By Chris Robinson

It’s hard to understate the kind of emotions that are tied into the May 2 Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao super fight.

Set for a May 2 showdown at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas for the world to see, Mayweather and Pacquiao will finally settle their score after all these years of waiting and debating.
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