Mayweather in the money thanks to Crawford win in Las Vegas
Former American boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. bet $50,000 on Terence Crawford's victory against Canelo Álvarez on Saturday night.
In a fight that shocked the boxing world, Terence “Bud” Crawford defied the odds and dethroned Canelo Álvarez to become the undisputed super middleweight champion.
Despite entering the bout as a +148 underdog, Crawford delivered a masterclass performance at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, earning a unanimous decision and stripping Canelo of his 168-pound titles.
But one man saw it coming—and made a fortune because of it.
Mayweather’s $50K gamble pays off
Boxing legend Floyd “Money” Mayweather, who retired undefeated at 50-0, placed a $50,000 bet on Crawford, at +148 to win. When the final bell rang and the judges handed Crawford the victory, Mayweather walked away with a cool $124,0002. He proudly posted the winning bet slip on Instagram, letting the numbers speak for themselves.
Mayweather’s wager wasn’t just a lucky guess—it was a calculated move from a man who knows the fight game inside and out. He famously handed Canelo his first professional loss back in 2013, and clearly saw something in Crawford that others missed.
Mayweather’s longstanding love for betting
This isn’t Mayweather’s first time betting big—and winning. He’s known for flaunting his gambling prowess on social media, often sharing photos of stacks of cash and betting slips.
From college basketball to the NFL, Mayweather has backed champions like the Florida Gators and the Philadelphia Eagles in major events like March Madness and the Super Bowl.
His bet on Crawford is just the latest example of his uncanny ability to pick winners, proving once again why he’s called “Money.”
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