Fans remember the punches thrown after the exhibition match between Floyd Mayweather and John Gotti III ended, more than the ones thrown in the actual fight. As the ending bell rang, this encounter would be more than just a friendly boxing exhibition. Mayweather and Gotti found themselves entangled in a brawl that left everyone wondering what exactly had just transpired.
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The aftermath of the peculiar bout saw John Gotti III, grandson of the infamous New York Gangster, facing consequences for his involvement in the melee. The Florida Athletic Commission suspended him for six months, sending a coherent message that such behavior would not be tolerated in the world of combat sports. Recently, Gotti III appeared on The MMA Hour Show with Ariel Helwani, where he talked about his future MMA plans.
John Gotti III talks about returning to MMA
Gotti revealed that there were discussions with the PFL about the possibility of joining their organization in the past. Moreover, he stated that the deal would allow him to showcase his skills in both boxing and MMA. Further, they expressed admiration for PFL and their receptiveness to the idea, emphasizing their reputation as top-notch professionals.
“We were (having) talks with PFL. They were very interested, PFL, because they were going to allow me to box and do MMA, which is something I wanted to do. They’re awesome you know, they are top-notch guys you know. Just good guys you know. They reached out even for this fight but it just never came to fruition. Maybe one day, it could, but you know right now my focus is just on this (rematch).”
Gotti’s interest in MMA stems from his impressive record of 5-1 in the sport. Despite a loss in his last fight back in 2020, Gotti remains determined to explore the realm of MMA further.
Gotti talks about the possibility of a rematch against Floyd Mayweather
Adding to the intrigue, Gotti also spoke about the possibility of a rematch with Floyd Mayweather. Recognizing the global attention their previous encounter garnered, the boxer hinted that negotiations were underway for a potential second showdown. Moreover, Gotti assured fans that, if the rematch comes to fruition, he will approach the fight with an unyielding spirit, promising a display of ferocity from the very first bell.
“We’re in talks right now, actually, to do something. So, we’ll see where it goes. Listen, they wanna do it again I’ll be here. I promise you this time I’m gonna come out guns blazing as soon as that bell rings. We’re gonna fight now.”
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As the world waits to see what unfolds next, it’s clear that John Gotti III is determined to carve his own path in combat sports. What do you make of his plans in the combat sports world? Let us know in the comments section below.
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