VIDEO: Floyd Mayweather vs. Gotti III: An Exhibition Bout Turns into All-In Brawl

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Boxing legend Floyd Mayweather, despite his official retirement in 2017 after a face-off with UFC icon Conor McGregor, continues to engage audiences worldwide through exhibition matches. Typically, these events feature lighter fights, with neither side exerting full force and culminate in a hefty paycheck for all.

However, last night's event veered off this beaten path dramatically. Mayweather's opponent was none other than John Gotti III, the grandson of the notorious mafia boss who once led the Gambino family. Their fight was abruptly halted in the sixth round by referee Kenny Baylers, a decision that sparked an uproar from Gotti, leading to an unexpected and chaotic clash.

Complete chaos after the Floyd Mayweather-John Gotti III fight was stopped ?

(via @The_ZeusNetwork)pic.twitter.com/SLys8fI4as — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) June 12, 2023

Mayhem in Mayweather’s Match: The Aftermath

With Gotti's dissent escalating into a full-blown confrontation with Mayweather, the legendary boxer's team swiftly stepped into the ring to shield their fighter.

The overcrowded ring became a battlefield, with punches and insults hurled amidst the confusion. Fortunately, the situation was swiftly controlled by security personnel before it could spiral further out of control. This spectacle has led many spectators, especially those on social media, to speculate that the commotion was contrived to garner more attention for Mayweather's exhibition matches.

Despite the pandemonium, no serious consequences ensued, fueling these conspiracy theories. Present at the ringside, women’s boxing champion Claressa Shields captured the mood succinctly with her tweets: “Never seen no st like I seen it tonight!

@FloydMayweather schooled Gotti a! And his people couldn’t handle it!” She continued with her commentary, affirming Mayweather's team's actions, saying, "Floyd team was on go! As they should! Hell wrong with Gotti and them!” This exhibition match's unexpected twist has certainly amplified the attention around Mayweather’s post-retirement bouts.

Despite the chaos, one fact remains unchallenged: Mayweather's boxing prowess continues to captivate audiences, reinforcing his status as one of the greatest fighters in boxing history.