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Floyd Mayweather Jr. has a reputation for flexing his hard-earned money. The former five-division world champion is still remembered for his electric performances inside the boxing ring and his lavish and luxurious lifestyle outside. There is no doubt that Mayweather Jr. is one of the wealthiest professional boxers and businessmen the boxing world has ever seen. However, despite having the money to last generations, Mayweather Jr. has not let that stop him from enjoying his true love. And is still connected to the boxing ring through his exhibition fights. And, without any doubt, the 46-year-old gets paid handsomely for the exhibitions.

In a resurfaced video, which has taken the internet by storm, Mayweather Jr. revealed the question every fan wants an answer for. He revealed the amount of money he gets paid for participating in the exhibitions. And the revelation by the former champ has caused a stir among his fans, who are in disbelief.

In the video, Mayweather Jr. claims to be the best fighter in the sport. And further, draws a contrast between him and other boxers. He was able to paint a clear picture for his fans after making a comparison between his fights and the fights of other professional boxers.

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How much does Floyd Mayweather claim to make in his exhibition fights?

Mayweather Jr said, “Fighters in the sport of boxing, they make 3 to 4 million; my trunks alone, just the patches, that’s 30 million.” Well, it is safe to say that Mayweather Jr. is used to wearing really expensive shorts for his boxing fights. And it seems like Mayweather Jr. still continues to be one of the most prized fighters years after his retirement. Recently, he also revealed his biggest achievement out of boxing.

He further indirectly claimed to be the “smartest” one in the sport of boxing. This video has caused a stir among the fans, who cannot believe the former champion’s claims.

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One user seems to not be pleased with the former champion and believes that Mayweather Jr. is full of himself. He wrote, “And this is a perfect example of why I could care less about this ‘full of himself’ boxer.” Another user complimented Mayweather Jr. as a businessman. He commented, “I agree definitely a great business man and self promoter, hand picked his opponents like he was buying stock.”

One fan made a rather shocking claim about Mayweather Jr. They wrote, “Definitely not even close to the greatest ever.” Another fan wrote, “Floyd was right he is the smartest boxer but being the GOAT haha its really a big argument!!!”

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One user simply wrote, “About the only thing Floyd ever talks about, trying to convince everyone that he’s the greatest of all time. He was the best pound per pound best of his era, but there are many other boxers today that need the recognition. Come out of retirement Floyd and fight today’s best welterweights and not exhibition bouts.” What do you think about Floyd Mayweather Jr’s exhibition fights? Let us know in the comments below.

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