Lawler: 'Mayweather wouldn't last two minutes against the best in MMA'

Lawler (photo) highlighted differences between boxing and MMA. Photo: Disclosure

Every now and then, former boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. becomes involved in a controversy with some of the main names in MMA, such as Ronda Rousey ou Conor McGregor. Now, the billionaire has been targeted by another octagon star, Robbie Lawler. In an interview, the UFC welterweight champion even praised Mayweather in boxing, but assured that the boastful fighter would have no chance if he fought in mixed martial arts.

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“He wouldn’t last two minutes against the best guys in the world. (Boxing) It's a totally different sport. It's not at our level. What would happen when they threw him on the ground and he was on his back? There are many variables. He’s great at what he does, but it’s another sport,” said Lawler, in an interview with the North American channel “ESPN”.

At 33, Robbie Lawler He has a professional record of 27 wins, ten losses and one unsuccessful fight. The welterweight champion defended his title on January 2, when he won Carlos Condit in a split decision from the judges in an electrifying fight – and which, despite only taking place on the second day of the year, is already the favorite for the best fight of the season award.