Floyd Mayweather Jr. is often celebrated for his unmatched defensive skills and near-perfect record, but even the greatest boxers face moments of vulnerability. One of those moments came during his 2010 bout with Shane Mosley, when Mayweather was rocked twice and nearly knocked out, yet managed to recover in a truly magical way.

The fight, which took place at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, was one of the most anticipated of the decade. Mayweather entered the ring undefeated, while Mosley, a former world champion, had recently scored a huge win over Antonio Margarito. Mosley’s aggressive style and knockout power made him a dangerous opponent for Mayweather, known for his slick defensive techniques and counterpunching ability.

In the second round, Mosley landed a huge right hand that sent Mayweather’s head snapping back. The punch clearly stunned Mayweather, and for a brief moment, he appeared to be in real trouble. Mosley, sensing blood, quickly pressed the attack. However, Mayweather demonstrated his trademark ability to survive such moments. He moved to the ropes, where his defensive reflexes allowed him to avoid taking any more significant damage, slipping and ducking Mosley’s follow-up punches.

By the third round, Mosley landed another powerful right hand that once again had Mayweather visibly shaken. This time, it seemed like he might be on the verge of going down. But Mayweather, unfazed, clinched and used his ring IQ to slow Mosley’s momentum. As Mosley tried to land a finishing blow, Mayweather’s footwork and defense were enough to stay on his feet, weathering the storm and regaining his composure.

Once Mayweather regained his bearings, he began to turn the fight around. His footwork became sharper, and his counterpunching resumed with precision. Mosley, meanwhile, began to tire, unable to maintain the same intensity he had in the early rounds. Mayweather seized the opportunity, dominating the middle and late rounds with his superior technique and defense.

By the final bell, Mayweather had secured a unanimous decision victory, with scores of 119-109, 119-109, and 118-110. Despite the early scares, his resilience and ability to recover under pressure were on full display. Mayweather’s comeback against Mosley solidified his reputation not just as a technical genius, but as a fighter who could overcome adversity and find a way to win—no matter the circumstances.