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September 25 is going to be a big day for boxing fans as Floyd Mayweather is again lacing his gloves to showcase for an exhibition bout in Japan. He is set to go head-to-head with Mikuru Asakura at the Saitama Super Arena.

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Ahead of their contest, both fighters engaged in a media workout session in order to create a buzz for their showdown. Mayweather, who is coming out of an exhibition in Saudi Arabia against Don Moore, has found an escape through these events after retiring from a white-collar contest in 2017. Therefore he is too eager to make this entertaining for fans.

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Let’s take a look at the stats of both fighters.

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Comparison between Floyd Mayweather and Mikuru Asakura

The former five-weight division champ needs no introduction when it comes to sport. He is a far bigger persona than Asakura. It’s an opportunity of a lifetime for the latter to square off with one of the greatest fighters of all time.

The 45-year-old hung up the gloves after garnering a plethora of accolades in his career that lasted for more than two decades. The Olympic bronze medalist never faced defeat in his entire career. His lightning speed and impeccable defense remained the subject of admiration. In his heydays, the 5 feet 8 inches tall legend was the epitome of an ideal boxer with skills that were close to perfection.

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Such an incredible resume made him a Hall of Famer.

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On the other hand, Asakura, who has a natural stature of 5 feet 9 inches tall is 29 years old. This puts him at advantage against Mayweather. In his entire career, he has been to 17 professional bouts. With 3 losses, Asakura did well in the octagon.

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The net worth of Mayweather and Asakura

According to Celebrity Net Worth, the richest boxer of all time has a net worth of $450 million. Interestingly, Mayweather does not agree with the reports. He once claimed that his net worth is over a billion dollars.

On the other hand, reports claim that Asakura lives a lavish life with a net worth of $7 million.

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What do you think of Mayweather’s exhibition? Do you think Asakura will be able to handle the pressure of locking horns with Mayweather? Let us know in the comments below.

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