Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather Jr. recently made headlines for praising rising star Naoya Inoue. In an interview with FightHype, Mayweather said that he felt Inoue “took a lot” from his style. However, Mayweather stressed that learning from the greats is not only acceptable, but necessary for young fighters to develop.
Mayweather said:
“I think Naoya Inoue is a hell of a fighter. He took a lot from my playbook. But that’s okay, you’re supposed to take from the greats.”
Mayweather, who is undefeated in 50 professional fights, is known for his sophisticated defense and ability to dominate fights. He acknowledged that Inoue’s inspiration from his style is a testament to the impact he has had on the boxing world.
Call for a Great Fight
Not content with just praising him, Mayweather also made a striking suggestion: a fight between Naoya Inoue and Gervonta Davis. Davis, who Mayweather trained and managed for much of his career, is one of the most dangerous fighters in the world, known for his powerful striking and ability to end fights with just one punch.
Mayweather’s call immediately got boxing fans talking. Both fighters have impressive records and unique fighting styles. Naoya Inoue, nicknamed “Monster,” is known for his agility, great technique and fearsome power, while Gervonta Davis is known for his devastating punches and ability to finish opponents at any time.
While the idea is appealing, some experts say that staging the fight would be no easy task. The two fighters compete in different weight classes, with Inoue currently dominating the super bantamweight division and Davis usually competing at lightweight. Finding common ground in the weight class would be a major challenge.
However, if the fight were to happen, it would certainly be a historic event, attracting millions of fans around the world.
Floyd Mayweather Jr., with his extensive experience in boxing, has once again proven that he is not only a legendary boxer but also a creator of groundbreaking ideas for the sport. Will a fight between Naoya Inoue and Gervonta Davis come to fruition? Time will tell, but Mayweather’s call has certainly created a stir in the boxing community.
