“And when I beat him what they gunna say?”: Floyd Mayweather goes toe-to-toe with Brian Kenny on SportsCenter 

In May 2009, Floyd Mayweather Jr. went toe-to-toe with his old friend Brian Kenny on SportsCenter in this hotly contested interview, touching on retirement, Oscar De la Hoya and potentially facing Manny Pacquiao.

In this Sports Center interview, Floyd Mayweather asserts his position as the current best fighter in the sport of boxing, rejecting the notion of being a former pound-for-pound champion. When asked about his return to boxing after a year, Mayweather confidently states that the sport needs him back as the “cash cow.”

The interviewer, Brian Kinney, questions Mayweather’s decision to come back now and suggests waiting until after the Pacquiao vs. Hatton fight to know the winner. Mayweather dismisses the idea, emphasizing that he moves on his own terms and doesn’t wait for anyone.

When asked about a potential fight with Manny Pacquiao, Mayweather mentions that Pacquiao called him out, and if the Filipino boxer really wanted to fight, he should have discussed it with his promoter. Mayweather credits his own promotional company and advisors, Al Haymon and Leonard Ellerbe, for handling his career.

Regarding a potential rematch with Oscar De La Hoya, Mayweather acknowledges De La Hoya’s promotion skills and expresses interest in doing business with Golden Boy Promotions. When questioned about facing the winner of the Pacquiao vs. Marquez fight, Mayweather deflects the question, emphasizing the role of his advisors and promoters.

The interviewer brings up Mayweather’s past willingness to face top opponents, such as moving up to lightweight to fight José Luis Castillo. Mayweather responds by saying he is not ducking or dodging anyone but emphasizes the business aspect of boxing.

Finally, when asked about Pacquiao’s recent performances, Mayweather argues that his victory over Oscar De La Hoya at 154 pounds was more impressive than Pacquiao’s split decision and knockout wins. Mayweather highlights the weight difference and the different glove sizes they fought with.

Throughout the interview, Mayweather exudes confidence, asserting his independence, business acumen, and belief in being the best fighter in the world.

The Time Floyd Mayweather Lost His Head At Interviewer Live On Tv

Mayweather went on ESPN to talk about his upcoming championship fight with Juan Manuel Marquez.

Kenny interviewed the boxer and all hell broke loose when the ESPN reporter failed to recognise him as the best fighter on the planet.

Kenny opened the interview by saying: “We welcome into SportsCenter the former No.1 pound-for-pound fighter in the world, Floyd Mayweather…”

He took offence to Kenny calling him the “former” as he hit back. Kenny argued that Mayweather’s retirement forced him out of the pound-for-pound rankings.

Mayweather responded by saying he has never been beaten, then he added: “I forgot, I’m talking to Brian Kenny, a guy who’s never laced up gloves a day in his life, who don’t know nothing about boxing.”

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Kenny then mentioned Manny Pacquiao before questioning Mayweather’s pay-per-view pull compared to Oscar De La Hoya.

They went on to discuss Mayweather’s opponent Marquez, who was moving up two weight divisions to face the American. But he defended his choice of foe.

Kenny asked Mayweather whether he would work with Bob Arum so he could challenge Pacquiao to which he replied by saying: “We already know me, and Bob Arum have a problem, and we have an issue. So that’s going to be hard to make. If Pacquiao want it, he can get it. You know that.”

Kenny: “You didn’t give him a chance this time.”

Mayweather: “I’ve never ducked or dodged no opponent, so stop!”

They continued to bicker until Kenny thanked Mayweather for coming on.