In a bout that had as much drama outside the ring as inside, Floyd Mayweather faced off against Gotti III in a spectacle marked by bizarre interruptions and lackluster action. Here’s a breakdown of how the fight unfolded:

Round 1: Feelers and Faux Pas

The first round was more of a feeler session than a fierce exchange. Mayweather, as expected, was more active, though the round was marred by confusion with the timing, leading to an early, or maybe late end and some awkward moments between the fighters.

Round 2: Referee Shenanigans

The chaos continued in the second round as the referee inserted himself into the mix, halting the action to debate whether a Mayweather hook landed illegally. The referee’s intervention, ensuing chaos, and clearly loss of control already, led to a new ref stepping in. Despite the distractions, Mayweather controlled the round.

Round 3: More Mayweather Mastery

Gotti III started to apply pressure but quickly found himself on the ropes, hoping for a ref’s intervention to call a foul. Instead, the round saw more timekeeping confusion. Mayweather’s superior technique secured him another round win.

Round 4: Mayweather’s Resilience

Gotti III was active early, but Mayweather absorbed the pressure and turned the tide. Mayweather’s ability to land more effectively earned him the round in what was a close contest.

Round 5: Gotti’s Pressure Falls Short

Gotti III’s corner advised him to increase the pressure, and he complied, but his efforts lacked the necessary combinations to overwhelm Mayweather. Gotti’s improved pressure earned him this round, albeit narrowly.

Round 6: Dominance Displayed

By the sixth round, Mayweather was clearly in control. His aggressive approach, combined with effective body shots, left Gotti III struggling. Mayweather dominated, making this round a clear win for him.

Round 7: A Tired Gotti III

Gotti III appeared fatigued, and despite a brief flurry of exchanges, Mayweather’s superior conditioning and technique were evident. The round saw Mayweather consistently landing effective punches, while Gotti’s efforts seemed increasingly half-hearted.

Round 8: A Boring Finale

The final round was anticlimactic. Gotti III’s exhaustion was palpable, and he failed to mount any significant offense. Mayweather toyed with his opponent, with a few taunts toward him and his corner before securing another round win.

In conclusion, the bout, which started with promising intrigue, turned into a predictable showcase of Mayweather’s prowess. Despite the WWE-like antics and ongoing referee issues, Gotti III failed to provide a genuine challenge. Mayweather’s performance was dominant and largely untroubled, making it a masterclass in managing an underwhelming opponent. As the night ended, both fighters showed mutual respect, but it was clear who had the upper hand throughout the contest.