WATCH: When NBA Legend Shaquille O’Neal Revealed Why He Likes Floyd Mayweather

Boxing is considered one of the oldest sports in the world. Its roots can be found in the Sumerian Civilization of prehistoric Mesopotamia. The modern boxing scene draws fans from all over the world with even other sports figures taking part in boxing. Let’s take a look at NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal’s take on boxing and his favorite boxer.

Shaq said, “I like Mayweather. He talks a lot of trash, he backs it up. Everybody’s complaining that he is not a real fighter. He is smarter, when you get older, you are smarter. When you are young and flamboyant, you can do a lot of out-of-control stuff. But, boxing game is a lot about this (pointing to his brain) as well as a lot of your physical power.”

Apparently, ‘Shaq’ feels that Floyd Mayweather is a savvy athlete who understands how to make mature athletic decisions. Further, even after retiring from basketball, the former athlete maintained his stardom. He works as a sports analyst for the program Inside The NBA right now.

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Moreover, O’Neal has appeared in various Hollywood movies and shows. He also has his own TV series named ‘Shaq Vs’, where he takes on athletes from their respective sports. He has even had boxing bouts with Oscar De La Hoya and Shane Mosley. 

Floyd Mayweather’s illustrious boxing career

Mayweather made his professional debut in the year 1996. Since then, the undisputed pound-for-pound champion has a stunning 50-0 record and is still unbeaten. The fighter has had excellent training from legendary boxers since his childhood. The two people who have influenced him the most are his father Floyd Mayweather Sr. and his uncle Roger Mayweather.

‘Money’ has floored some of the most notable fighters in the history of boxing. Oscar De La Hoya, Canelo Alvarez, Manny Pacquiao, and many more are just some of the top boxers Mayweather has beaten.

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Although the champion retired from boxing in 2017, he still makes the biggest headlines in boxing. Currently, the 45-year-old is instrumental in managing his promotions firm Mayweather Promotions. Interestingly, Pretty Boy is the richest boxer in the world with a net worth of around $450 million. 

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