Floyd Mayweather, at 47 years old, has announced a highly anticipated rematch with John Gotti III scheduled for August 24th in Mexico City, marking a decisive chapter in their contentious rivalry. The initial clash between Mayweather, a boxing icon, and Gotti, the grandson of the infamous mob boss, erupted into chaos during their June 2023 encounter, escalating into a brawl that spilled beyond the ring and into the audience and backstage areas following Gotti’s disqualification.

After initial talks of a rematch set for Las Vegas in February faltered, Mayweather took to Instagram to confirm the upcoming showdown in Mexico City, declaring it a must-see event. Despite officially retiring from professional boxing in 2017 following a lucrative victory over UFC champion Conor McGregor, Mayweather has continued to stay active in the sport through exhibition matches, engaging opponents from various arenas including social media celebrities and MMA fighters.

Gotti, with a solid record of 5-1 in MMA and an undefeated 2-0 as a professional boxer prior to facing Mayweather, is eager to redeem himself against the undefeated legend. Mayweather, whose career earnings surpass £700 million, remains a significant figure in boxing despite his retirement stance against engaging in potentially damaging fights.

While speculation has linked Mayweather to potential rematches with the likes of McGregor and Manny Pacquiao, Mayweather has emphasized his commitment to enjoying the sport without compromising his health. He prefers bouts that entertain fans and allow him to dictate the terms, whether they span three rounds or extend further, maintaining control over his participation in the ring.