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There’s a reason why Floyd Mayweather’s nickname is “Money.” The 45-year-old is not only a phenomenal boxer but also a master at making money. Unsurprisingly, Mayweather’s name always comes in first when discussing the most profitable boxing matches.

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Mayweather’s 2017 battle with UFC champion Conor McGregor had riveted the fans. The entire world anticipated seeing the meeting of the top two combat athletes inside a boxing ring. This implied that a sizable sum of money was at stake. And the fight ended up ranking among the most lucrative matches in the annals of combat sports.

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Furthermore, there have been rumors about a Mayweather vs. McGregor sequel. Boxing entities and fans are already excited to witness the brutal showdown again. Amidst this, Pretty Boy’s trainer commented on a recent post on the boxer’s Instagram. 

‘greg_tmt’ commented, “$1.2 Billion later and still getting it!! Possibly an additional $300M with round 2 vs McGregor. Let’s gooo!” 

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There have been no confirmed claims of a second fight between Mayweather and “The Notorious.” The Irishman’s leg ailment has also rendered him momentarily inactive in the sport. However, a long time has passed since his departure. This might mean that he would return with a magnanimous comeback to fight Mayweather. 

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The Mayweather vs. McGregor fight took place on August 26, 2017. The T-Mobile Arena was jam-packed to witness this historic showdown. The bout went on for ten brutal rounds, with both combatants showing utter brilliance inside the ring. Eventually, the American boxer secured a victory. Moreover, it was Mayweather’s last boxing match as a professional fighter. But the rumors about a sequel have been circulating for quite a time now.

Furthermore, FightHype posted its sources’ tweet regarding a Mayweather vs. McGregor rematch. The Irishman posted a picture on Instagram, where he was punching the American boxer. And, he added a caption, “I accept.”

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Is this a hint for a potential bout? We cannot tell. Only time will tell what the future will bring. Until then, share your thoughts about Mayweather’s trainer’s comment in the comments section below. 

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Shashank Wankhede is a Boxing writer at EssentiallySports. When it comes to boxing, the blockbuster film 'Rocky' sparked his interest in the sport. He holds Muhammad Ali in great regard and is a sincere admirer of his narrative, struggle, and accomplishments. After watching the 1974 fight between Ali and Joe Frazier in a video, he realized that boxing is much more than just two people battling it out in a ring. Shashank has also worked for one of India's most famous media houses, The Times of India, where he covered sports and beyond. He has also spent time as a creative writer in the reputed advertising and branding sector. His degree is a blend of interest and necessity and so, is currently pursuing his undergraduate degree in Electrical Engineering at the G.H. Raisoni College of Engineering. Apart from being a professional sports author, Shashank also has a knack for writing poetry and has performed at various open mics.

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