Mayweather kicked off his pro career in 1996, just a few months after grabbing an Olympic Bronze Medal in Atlanta. Over the years, he snagged world titles in five different weight classes and beat some big names like Oscar De La Hoya, Canelo Alvarez, Miguel Cotto, and Manny Pacquiao. He wrapped up his career in 2017 with a perfect 50-0 record.
In a chat with FightHype, Mayweather, often called "Money" or "TBE" (The Best Ever), dropped a bombshell:
"I probably had six tough fights, if that, probably five tough fights."
When asked about his toughest opponents, Mayweather mentioned two names more than once: Miguel Cotto and Emmanuel Augustus. In another interview, he went into more detail:
"Emmanuel Augustus was tough, Miguel Cotto was tougher. Cotto was the toughest facer I've face so far."
Mayweather's win over Cotto stands out as one of his most notable victories. It's clear that even among the cream of the crop, Cotto left a lasting impression on the undefeated champ.
Since hanging up his gloves after stopping Conor McGregor in their big crossover match in 2017, Mayweather has kept busy with exhibition bouts. He's stepped into the ring with guys like Logan Paul, Aaron Chalmers, and Tenshin Nasukawa, keeping fans entertained even in retirement.
Mayweather's claim of only having a handful of tough fights in his 50-bout career speaks volumes about his skills and dominance in the sport. It's a statement that'll surely get boxing fans talking and debating for years to come.