More Hurdles In Mayweather vs Pacquiao Fight

April 23, 2015 - PRESSADVANTAGE -

Just a few days before the most anticipated fight of the century, and it looks like there are some more hurdles to clear. Top Rank promoter Bob Arum has not signed the contract given to him by Mayweather Promotions on grounds that the draft did not adhere to initial agreements discussed and verbally agreed upon by both priorities. However, the opposite camp’s CEO, Leonard Ellerbe denies the allegations, stating that a contract was signed previously, but Arum was looking to find a way to alter the agreement. 

Tickets have not gone on sale yet and closed circuit viewing are yet to be made available, which may be due to the lack of a signed agreement, as tickets for epic fights such as the Mayweather vs Pacquiao fights usually go on sale months in advance. 

The delay in the official signing of the agreement is reported to be due to Mayweather Promotions looking for more tickets. In the draft recently sent to Arum, the Top Rank promoter complains that they were excluded as signatories, which implies less control for the Pacman team. 

The five-year delay in a fight between the two powerhouse boxers was caused by half a decade of disagreements over fight agreements, from revenue division to drug testing disagreements. 

Amidst the disagreements, both camps agree on one thing – that the fight of the century will take place and the fans will get what they’ve been waiting for. Ellerbe tells CNN, "Despite all of this, I'm confident the world will get to see the fight they've been waiting for." While Arum asserts, They can't do this type of subterfuge and keep their license. If they don't do anything, the governor will step in and make this fight happen."

Ringside seats are reported to sell for $US 45,352 for ringside seats.  But, there is talk that no public sale will be made at all, leaving seats to be snatched up by celebrities, professional atheltes and stakeholders in the industry. At the minimum, only 1000 seats will be made avaialable to the public, if at all. To date, even without actual tickets in their possession, thousands of boxing fans have made their reservations to be at the center of fight night. 

Recently, the emerald studded World Boxing Council championship belt costing $1 million was unveiled. The belt was uniquely designed in anticipation of the Fight of the Century, and won over an onyx belt  that was also designed for the mega fight. Boxing fans were invited to take part in choosing a belt – testament to how great of a fight the Mayweather vs Pacquaio battle is expected to be. Dubbed the richest boxing fight to ever take place, it  is expected to earn a whopping $US170 million in revenue.

Don’t miss out on the action. Watch fight night on May 2 and see Floyd “Money” Mayweather battle it out with Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao. History won’t repeat itself so make sure you’re part of it!

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