Amir Khan blasts ‘disrespectful’ Floyd Mayweather over comeback rumors

Former world champion Amir Khan has sharply criticized Floyd Mayweather Jr. over rumors linking the 49-year-old retired star to a fight against WBC welterweight champion Ryan Garcia. Speaking to Boyle Sports, Khan accused Mayweather of using younger fighters for publicity and financial gain, calling his actions disrespectful and advising Garcia to avoid entertaining the potential matchup.

Khan and Mayweather share a past rivalry, notably in 2014 when Mayweather bypassed Khan to fight Marcos Maidana despite an online fan vote. The 39-year-old Khan, retired since 2022, also recently revealed ongoing talks to fight 47-year-old Manny Pacquiao next year, while Mayweather has not fought professionally since defeating Conor McGregor in 2017.