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Fighter Who Competed On Recent Floyd Mayweather Undercard Accuses ‘Money’ Of Not Paying Her 2 Weeks After The Event
One of the athletes who competed on the undercard of the most recent Floyd Mayweather-headlined event has called out the all-time boxing great for not yet paying out her purse.
Sammy-Jo Luxton, a renowned British Muay Thai competitor who’s won European and British titles in the striking-only sport, made her boxing debut at The O2 arena last month. At the February 26 event, topped by Mayweather’s latest exhibition bout, “Ghetto Cinderella” emerged victorious over fellow newcomer Hayley Barraclough.
But while Luxton marked one of the standout performers prior to Mayweather’s outing opposite English reality TV star Aaron Chalmers, it appears that not everything has gone smoothly regarding the event.
Luxton Calls For Mayweather To Pay Her Purse: “Your Girl Needs To Eat”
On Thursday, Luxton responded to a report of Mayweather’s plans moving forward, which includes as many as five more exhibition contests in different countries this year. But before “Money” focuses on new cards, Luxton has called for him to live up to his moniker and focus on completing his commitments from the last.
In a now-deleted tweet, the English native revealed that she’s yet to see the money she earned at the London-held event almost two weeks ago.
“Before Mayweather does all of these exhibitions for $$$$, can I get paid first for the one two weeks ago???” Luxton wrote. “Cause I’m still waiting and your girl needs to eat.”
While a two-week delay isn’t too significant, Mayweather has history when it comes to public accusations of late payments. Notably, the 15-time world champion was accused of failing to pay YouTube star Logan Paul following their 2021 exhibition bout.
That back and forth became so drawn out that Paul was even reported to have sued Mayweather for an undisclosed amount early last year. Luxton will certainly be hoping to avoid her early frustrations reaching that stage.
Beyond securing payment for her boxing debut, Luxton has an upcoming venture into MMA to prepare for. “Ghetto Cinderella” was confirmed to have made an MMA switch and signed with the Professional Fighters League (PFL) last month.
What do you make of claims Floyd Mayweather is yet to pay out for the UK-held event in February?
Jake Paul Challenges Floyd Mayweather To Put 50-0 Record On The Line In Real Fight, Refuses To ‘Rob Fans’ With Exhibition
YouTuber-turned-pugilist Jake Paul has called for boxing legend Floyd Mayweather to put his undefeated record on the line in a professional bout.
While he made his name as an internet personality and Disney star, Paul has since spread his wings into the combat sports world through seven professional appearances. Last time out, “The Problem Child” fell to defeat for the first time in his career, with British pro Tommy Fury earning the nod on two of the three judges’ scorecards in Saudi Arabia.
Although an immediate rematch appears to be on the table owing to clause in Paul’s contract, a fresh option presented itself this week courtesy of a public altercation.
On Wednesday, Paul almost came to blows with Mayweather and his large entourage outside the Miami-Dade Arena. In footage released by TMZ Sports, the 26-year-old Cleveland native can be seen running from the group after threats of violence.
Floyd if you want to fight 1 on 1 we can do that but don’t try to hop out of 3 cars 25 dudes deep tryna to jump me while I’m tryna enjoy my Wednesday night— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) March 9, 2023
Since then, Paul has made a number of comments online. In one video, he accused Mayweather and his team of waiting for him outside the stadium, and also defended his decision to quickly depart the situation.
Now, the polarizing online star has laid down a challenge.
Paul Calls Out Mayweather Following Public Confrontation
While Paul was building his prominence in combat sports through professional bouts against mixed martial arts veterans, Mayweather was maintaining his own presence in the sport.
The 15-time world champion has featured in numerous exhibition bouts, including against a British YouTuber and former opponent of Paul’s in Deji Olatunji last November. Just last month, “Money” made his UK debut against former MMA fighter and reality TV star Aaron Chalmers.
In a recent tweet following their public clash, Paul revealed he’s been offered exhibition matches opposite Mayweather in the past. But believing that would be “robbing” the fans, the 26-year-old called for the legendary pugilist to put his undefeated record on the line in a “real fight.”
“Floyd will not see me 1 on 1 in a real fight. That’s a fact,” Paul wrote. “His team has hit my team numerous times to do one of his ‘exhibitions’. Now he ambushes me. Come see me in the ring, real fight, no exhibition robbing fans bullsh*t.”
Floyd will not see me 1 on 1 in a real fight. That’s a fact. His team has hit my team numerous times to do one of his “exhibitions”. Now he ambushes me ?. Come see me in the ring, real fight, no exhibition robbing fans bullshit.— Jake Paul (@jakepaul) March 9, 2023
Paul’s comments about exhibition bouts come in spite of his brother Logan competing in one such contest against Mayweather back in 2021. Incidentally, that’s also where Jake’s feud with “Money” appears to have started.
While in attendance at a pre-fight press conference, Paul sparked chaos by removing Mayweather’s hat. With that, as well as the latest clash, the groundwork has certainly been laid for a future collision inside the squared circle.
Would you like to see Jake Paul and Floyd Mayweather settle their differences in the ring?