The event titled ‘The Global Titan Fight Series’ will take place on Saturday, 14 May.
Undefeated boxing legend Floyd Mayweather retired with a spectacular 50-0 record in 2017 but has now confirmed an exhibition match on top of the Burj Al Arab next month.
Mayweather will go up against former sparring partner “Dangerous” Don Moore, in a never-before fight-card high above Dubai on the 212m tall helicopter landing pad at one of the world’s most luxurious hotels.
The event which is scheduled to be held on Saturday, 14 May 2022 is part of ‘The Global Titan Fight Series’ that will also feature former world champion in two weight classes, Badou Jack.
Burj Al Arab has hosted many extraordinary events on its helipad, including a tennis match between Roger Federer and Andre Agassi, a tee off from golfing legend Tiger Woods and a car stunt from F1 driver David Coulthard.
The lightweight fight was announced at a press conference in Miami attended by Mayweather and Moore.
“We’ve been working on this for a long time and chose Dubai,” said Mayweather. “This should be an explosive card. We’ve also got Anderson Silva whose been making quite a noise in MMA. I’m just happy to be here. This year will mark 26 years since I’ve been in boxing, competing. I’m always ready mentally to fight. To prepare yourself physically, you have to be mentally ready. I’m really looking forward to this.”
“I’ve never been to Dubai but I’m excited. To be fighting on a rooftop that high in the sky is going to be pretty extreme. I just can’t wait for May 14,” said Moor. “I know Floyd. You know, we’ve been together for a few years and I know his technique, I know his style. So it’s gonna be easy work for me. I respect him being a boxer and I respect his accolades, but this ain’t a sparring match, this is the real deal. It’s a real fight so it’s gonna be explosive. You can expect some fireworks.
Elsewhere, former UFC champion Anderson Silva will take on Bruno Machado in what will be his third foray into his new love, boxing.
DSCVR: Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, Umm Suqeim 3, Dubai. @burjalarab
