FINISHED! The Day Mayweather Was ALMOST K.O.’d in 10 Seconds by Maidana

On May 3, 2014, the boxing world held its breath as Floyd Mayweather Jr. faced one of the most perilous moments of his illustrious career, nearly being knocked out in the opening seconds by Marcos Maidana. The fight, held at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas for the WBA and WBC welterweight titles, remains etched in memory as a rare instance where the undefeated “Money” teetered on the brink of defeat, reported at 02:45 PM +07 on Monday, June 23, 2025.

The drama unfolded in the first round when Maidana, known for his relentless pressure and powerful punches, unleashed a ferocious attack. Just 10 seconds into the bout, the Argentine landed a thunderous right hand followed by a left hook, sending Mayweather staggering against the ropes. The crowd erupted as Maidana pounced, unloading a barrage that had the champion visibly shaken. Commentator Al Bernstein’s voice rose in disbelief, shouting, “Maidana’s got him hurt early!”

Mayweather, with his trademark defensive prowess, managed to survive the onslaught by clinching and using the ring to regain composure. His corner later revealed he suffered a minor cut and swelling, but the 37-year-old legend adapted, winning by majority decision with scores of 114-114, 116-112, and 115-113. Maidana’s early dominance, however, showcased a vulnerability rarely seen in Mayweather’s 50-0 career.

Reflecting post-fight, Maidana said, “I knew I had him. If I’d followed up, it could’ve been different.” Fans on X continue to revisit the moment, with posts like “Those 10 seconds were wild—Maidana almost ended the myth!” and “Mayweather’s luck saved him there.” The Argentine’s 35-5 record at the time underscored his threat, making this near-knockout a defining chapter.

Years later, this encounter stands as a testament to Mayweather’s resilience. Could Maidana have altered history with a finishing blow? The boxing world still debates, but that day remains a thrilling reminder of the fine line between victory and defeat for the self-proclaimed “TBE” (The Best Ever).