Mayweather-Pacquiao Sets PPV Mark With 4.4 Million Buys
Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao proved a box office smash, even if their welterweight title fight didn't live up to the hype.
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Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao proved a box office smash, even if their welterweight title fight didn't live up to the hype.
I knew it was odd when usually Lennon Jr says, "It's Showtime" he changed it to "It's Go Time."
Oscar de la Hoya's boxing promotion company is suing Floyd Mayweather's manager and investors for $300 million, alleging they're trying to illegally monopolize U.S. championship fighting.
The mother of three of Floyd Mayweather Jr.'s children sued the undefeated boxing champion for defamation over his recent comments about her and a 2010 domestic violence attack in Las Vegas.
The people who paid $99.95 to watch at home had no clue.
Wednesday morning a piece of memorabilia from the fight went up for sale on eBay.
Manny Pacquiao could face disciplinary action from Nevada boxing officials for failing to disclose a shoulder injury before his fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr.
Saturday evening was the most hyped and most anticipated fight that boxing has seen since the days of Ali.
The check was for $100 million, a payday so mind boggling that Floyd Mayweather Jr. couldn't help but show it to a few reporters when the night was done.
Pacquiao was no match for Mayweather In this career-defining fight. What will he do next?
Jeff Lesson and Dan Leach talk MayPac - fight or farce?
Not knocked out and seeing stars. And certainly not revitalized and ready for a comeback.
Here were some of the highlights from before and after the Mayweather-Pacquiao fight.
The "Fight of the Century" is in the books. Floyd Mayweather is still undefeated at 48-0.
When covering a fight as big as Mayweather-Pacquiao it's always good to get everybody's perspective.
Despite Pacquiao's underdog status Roach believes his fighter will be victorious come Saturday saying "I do think we'll knock him out in about the 9th round."
"The money let you know that. Each generation is supposed to take it to the next level and it's good to see that Mayweather and Pacquiao can have that much and it goes to show you that boxing is not dead."
"99% of the time in boxing, the fighter has won before you even get in the ring" Hopkins said.
"Of course, they got to call him one of theirs. I'm pretty sure they should do everything that everybody else do and put his name on the street somewhere. Somewhere his name has to go up."
Unfortunately for us and the entire boxing world, Jen and Stephanie, the actual names of these beauties, will not be in the ring come Saturday due to "Mayweather Promotions."
Listen as boxing great Manny Pacquiao talks about the album he dropped in the Philippines.
Watch as boxing great Manny Pacquiao talks about his upbringing and how this mega fight came to fruition.
It's being billed as the "Battle For Greatness" and "The Fight of the Century". Luckily there are a bunch of places in metro Detroit who are screening the fight ... for a fee.
The Mayweather - Pacquiao fight has generated plenty of buzz. But MayPac has the potential actually exceed the hype.
They're calling it the biggest fight ever and by the turnout of media, fans the "spare no expense" atmosphere, I would say they're correct.
According to police, the 49-year-old employee was hired by the woman to install modifications to her vehicle at a repair shop in Cadillac.
This comes after a conservative activist announced plans for a so-called "Christian Crusader March" at the Dearborn City Council meeting Tuesday night.
The annual event drew an estimated more than 1 million people and 30,000 to 40,000 vehicles over several days.
The deadly shooting unfolded on Lawn Street near Gratiot Avenue and Frazho Road.
The car manufacturer is also recalling another 107,000 vehicles outside the U.S. over the same issue.
This comes after a conservative activist announced plans for a so-called "Christian Crusader March" at the Dearborn City Council meeting Tuesday night.
Voters originally rejected the millage increase in August.
According to police, the 49-year-old employee was hired by the woman to install modifications to her vehicle at a repair shop in Cadillac.
The annual event drew an estimated more than 1 million people and 30,000 to 40,000 vehicles over several days.
The deadly shooting unfolded on Lawn Street near Gratiot Avenue and Frazho Road.
Woodward Dream Cruise participant Mike Holmes, who showed off a DeLorean at Saturday's event, said the " human interaction is just as much fun as driving the car."
General Motors says 350 workers will be laid off in January at its Lansing Grand River Assembly/Stamping and Lansing Regional Stamping sites.
Ford says the reveal is intended to connect directly with the enthusiasts who have helped make the Woodward Dream Cruise one of the nation's premier automotive events.
On average, drivers in the state are paying $4.15 per gallon for regular unleaded fuel.
Dodge unveiled the return of the Super Bee on Thursday during a media preview for Roadkill Nights Powered by Dodge at M1 Concourse in Pontiac.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
Vincent Pastore played Salvatore "Big Pussy" Bonpensiero on all six seasons of "The Sopranos," which aired from 1999 to 2007.
It was another busy night in Ann Arbor as country singer Morgan Wallen took the stage on Saturday for his second concert in as many days at Michigan Stadium, better known as the Big House. Like any game day at the venue, there's a lot of foot traffic and first responders at every corner.
A group of young performers is taking the stage on Friday night to showcase their talents while celebrating Detroit's culture and history.
Paramount Skydance on Friday said it would delay the deal until as late as June 2027.
The car manufacturer is also recalling another 107,000 vehicles outside the U.S. over the same issue.
The website HaveIBeenFlocked has compiled a database of 4.6 million license plate records that have appeared in roughly 242 million Flock searches.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
Hayden Panettiere, who starred in "Remember the Titans" as a child actor and rose to fame in the series "Heroes," has died at the age of 36. The coroner's office says she was found in cardiac arrest.
One of Tommy John's biggest legacies to MLB was his comeback elbow reconstruction surgery that now bears his name.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services says a human case of influenza A H1N2 swine flu was detected in a person who was a participant at the Kent County Youth Fair.
A new executive order from President Trump is reshaping federal childhood vaccine recommendations and encouraging states to review their school immunization requirements, a move that comes as Michigan families prepare for the new school year.
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners is considering a resolution that would implement a program from Opioid Free America that would analyze prescription data of county employees and encourage prescribers to wean their patients off opioids.
An additional 35 Michigan residents have required hospital care for cyclosporiasis as an outbreak continues to be tracked, state health officials said on Thursday.
In a wide-ranging interview with the CBS News partner BBC News, Hunter Biden grew emotional as he discussed his father's condition, describing it as very sad to watch.
LIV Golf is ending its season one tournament early.
Western Michigan's Dan Bartholomae has been hired as Michigan State's athletic director.
Golfers, athletes and supporters gathered Monday in Rochester Hills for the Kirk Gibson Golf Classic, which raises money for the Kirk Gibson Foundation for Parkinson's.
Munetaka Murakami hit a go-ahead homer in the seventh inning and the Chicago White Sox rallied for a 7-5 win over the Detroit Tigers to complete a three-game sweep.
There's no doubt in Isaac TeSlaa's mind where the Detroit Lions wide receiver group ranks among its peers.
Rachel Stewart previews the upcoming America's Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2026.
The eyes of the nation were on Michigan as its critical 2026 primary was held last Tuesday.
As the nation turns its attention to Michigan's critical Aug. 4 primary, the Michigan Matters roundtable weighs in.
Perry Johnson discussed not receiving President Trump's endorsement and the reasons he believes John James did.
The conversation turns to rising auto insurance rates across Michigan and new legislative bills in Lansing that would help stem the tide.
Some rain possible Tuesday night
Christian leaders, along with the mayor of Dearborn and the chief of police, are coming together to send a message to the world that we stand united against hatred.
A trust company affiliated with the Trump family's crypto business, World Liberty Financial, has received conditional approval to establish a bank.
Police in Royal Oak, Michigan, say they're investigating a brawl at a pub that broke out during the Woodward Dream Cruise on Saturday and resulted in eight arrests.
Monday marks 60 days since the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding that called for a wider peace deal to be negotiated within that timeframe.