In a stunning revelation that's set tongues wagging across the boxing world, British Olympic silver medallist Amir Khan has dropped a bombshell about two of the sport's biggest legends.
The Bolton-born fighter, who hung up his gloves in 2022, believes he possessed the perfect style to hand Floyd Mayweather his first professional defeat, claiming the American's defensive approach would have played right into his hands.
The Match That Never Was
Khan expressed genuine confidence that his superior speed and reach would have caused Mayweather significant problems in the ring. "I think the Mayweather fight was a fight that could have been a better fight for me than the Pacquiao fight," Khan revealed during an exclusive interview.
"Styles make fights and my style would have given Mayweather a lot of trouble," the former unified light-welterweight champion insisted, pointing to his physical advantages and rapid hand speed as key factors that could have overwhelmed the defensive maestro.
Pacquiao: The More Dangerous Proposition
While confident about facing Mayweather, Khan showed respect for Manny Pacquiao's explosive power and aggressive style. The Filipino legend's relentless pressure and punching power would have made him a more formidable opponent in Khan's assessment.
"Pacquiao was all action, very explosive, and that could have been a tougher fight for me," Khan admitted, acknowledging the very different challenges each fighter presented.
Missed Opportunities and Legacy
Despite extensive negotiations and public campaigning from both fighters, the dream matchups never materialised. Khan reflected on the frustration of these near-misses, particularly the Mayweather fight that seemed within reach at one stage.
"It's one of those fights that I think would have changed my career," Khan stated, recognising how a victory over an undefeated Mayweather would have cemented his legacy among boxing's all-time greats.
The British star's comments have reignited debate among boxing enthusiasts about how these potential super-fights might have unfolded, leaving fans to wonder what might have been in one of boxing's most intriguing 'what if' scenarios.
