Last night, Floyd Mayweather beat Andre Berto by unanimous
decision and reiterated that he is retiring with a 49-0 record.
The boxers went 12 rounds but there was no upset, with
Mayweather winning by decision at the MGM Grand Garden in
Las Vegas.
Though the hype for the fight had been subdued throughout
the week, Mayweather has stated the bout would be the last
of his career. He reiterated his intention to retire after the
fight.
The fight was scored 117-111, 118-110, and 120-108, all in
favor of Mayweather. Mayweather came out throwing a high
amount of punches, atypical of his calculated style.
But his defense remained tough and he retained the upper
hand throughout much of the early going, escaping Berto’s
aggressive jabs and dancing around while sneaking in solid
shots.
Late in the fight, the boxers exchanged verbal jabs,
Mayweather telling Berto to “shut up.”
In the end, Mayweather survived a flurry of Berto jabs in the
fight’s final minute and held on, coasting to victory.
He dropped to his knees at the center of the ring and took in
the moment.