Floyd Mayweather’s legendary 50-0 boxing record could be in jeopardy, thanks to the emergence of a young and undefeated contender, Abel Mendoza.
The 29-year-old Mendoza, currently boasting a record of 42-0 with 31 knockouts, is on a fast track to reaching the 50-win mark himself.
At his current pace of fighting multiple times a year, Mendoza could potentially equal Mayweather’s achievement within the next two years.
However, there are significant discrepancies between the two fighters’ resumes.
Mayweather, throughout his career, faced and defeated numerous world champions, solidifying his place as one of the greatest boxers of all time.
In contrast, Mendoza’s opponents have primarily been journeymen, with many sporting losing records.
This raises questions about the legitimacy of Mendoza’s undefeated record and whether it can truly be compared to Mayweather’s dominant run.
Mayweather’s path to 50-0 was paved with victories over 26 world champions, including Oscar De La Hoya, Manny Pacquiao, and Canelo Alvarez.
These wins cemented his legacy as a pound-for-pound great and a pay-per-view superstar.
Mendoza, on the other hand, has largely fought outside the spotlight, primarily in Colombia and Mexico, with occasional bouts in the United States.
His opponents are often carefully selected to preserve his undefeated record, raising concerns about the true strength of his competition.
Despite Mendoza’s potential to reach 50 wins, boxing experts believe it’s unlikely he will ever be considered on par with Mayweather.
