Floyd Mayweather has named David Tua as the boxer with the best chin in boxing history. The undefeated multi-weight world champion shared his opinion in a recent interview with MailSportBoxing.
A solid chin can take a boxer far in the sport. Carl Froch, for example, was known for his granite chin that let him walk through heavy punches and keep swinging. Joe Joyce was thought to be immovable until Zhilei Zhang knocked him out twice in 2023.
Mayweather's own career showcases an impressive 50-0 record. He's beaten big names like Oscar De La Hoya, Manny Pacquiao, Saul 'Canelo' Alvarez, and Miguel Cotto. His slick defense and shoulder roll kept him from ever hitting the canvas in a professional fight.
Even though he's retired, Mayweather keeps busy with exhibition matches. He's set to face John Gotti III in a rematch after their first contest ended in a brawl.
When asked by MailSportBoxing about the best chin in the sport, Mayweather didn't hesitate:
"David Tua."
Tua, a Samoan-New Zealander heavyweight, was known for his punch resistance and powerful left hook. He knocked out 16 opponents in the first round, including John Ruiz and Michael Moorer.
His biggest fight came in 2000 against Lennox Lewis for the unified world heavyweight title. While Tua didn't win, he showed his toughness by going the distance.
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What's most impressive about Tua's career is that he was never stopped. This record of durability seems to have caught Mayweather's eye, leading to his high praise for Tua's chin.