Could Mayweather make it inside the octagon?
Mayweather, who’s been quick to bash the UFC has never even stepped foot inside the Octagon. If Mayweather were to…
Mayweather, who’s been quick to bash the UFC has never even stepped foot inside the Octagon.
If Mayweather were to pursue a career in mixed martial arts he would currently fall in the Featherweight division of 145-pounders.
While “Money” Mayweather would certainly have the advantage in striking and stand up game, he would be far too inexperienced in every other aspect of the sport.
Sure, Mayweather could win a few bouts against the UFC’s lesser opponents. But if the fight were taken to the ground, Mayweather would essentially have no skills in defending himself.
Any experienced fighter would look to take Mayweather to the ground only to ground and pound their way to victory. Mayweather also has no experience in submissions or submission defense.