Manny Pacquiao vs Floyd Mayweather Fight 2015 News: Was Mayweather Knocked Out by Sparring Partner? Zab Judah Says 'Not True'
After almost five years of waiting, the most awaited bout of the century will finally take place between Manny Pacquiao and Floyd Mayweather Jr. However, with a little more than a month before the historic event, a rumor surfaced online.
According to a report by All Sports, the champion was allegedly knocked out during a sparring session on Sunday. Zab Judah, a five-time world champion, knocked down Mayweather during their sparring session, and "Money" Mayweather exceeded the 10-count still lying down.
However, when media reached out to Judah via Twitter, he immediately denied the rumor.
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"That's Not True it never happen stop it", the 37-year-old wrote on Twitter.
According to the original rumor, onlookers at the Mayweather Boxing Club were shocked to see the undefeated boxer knocked down. He has never been knocked down in a professional prizefight.
A witness allegedly relayed the information about the knockdown.
"It's not unusual for a boxer to get hit hard in training and go down. And Floyd responded well. When he got up, he finished the session," the anonymous source said. "And he beat Zab to a bloody pulp, however he was down for more than a 10 count so technically he was knocked out."
Meanwhile, another report estimated that the total revenue for the megafight may reach up to $500 million dollars. This will include pay-per-view subscriptions, and the live audience at the MGM Grand on May 2.
After the bout, the world will finally see who is the best boxer in his generation.
