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Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson has once again taken a public jab at Floyd Mayweather Jr., this time reacting to the boxing icon’s massive $340 million lawsuit against Showtime.
According to a report by Yahoo News on Thursday, Mayweather filed the lawsuit on Tuesday in a California state court, accusing Showtime — now owned by Paramount CBS — and former Showtime Sports president Stephen Espinoza of orchestrating “a long-running and elaborate scheme of financial fraud.” The suit alleges that millions of dollars owed to Mayweather were diverted into accounts controlled by his former manager, Al Haymon.
The complaint claims that revenue from blockbuster bouts, including his mega-fights with Manny Pacquiao and Conor McGregor, was improperly handled. Notably, Haymon himself is not listed as a defendant in the case.
Speaking on behalf of Mayweather, his attorney, Bobby Samini, stated: “Floyd is one of boxing’s biggest pay-per-view draws. He generated hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue for Showtime. Mr. Mayweather now takes this fight to the courtroom to recover what he rightfully earned. Retiring undefeated at 50-0, Mr. Mayweather will go the distance in the courtroom just as he has in the ring.”
Paramount, Showtime’s parent company, has firmly denied the allegations. A spokesperson told The Hollywood Reporter, “These baseless claims lack legal or factual merit. We strongly reject them and will respond accordingly through the court process.”
Widely regarded as one of boxing’s all-time greats, Mayweather, 48, built a legendary career defined by elite defense, precision, and an unblemished 50-0 record. He captured world titles across five weight divisions and headlined some of the highest-grossing pay-per-view events in boxing history.
Although retired from professional boxing, Mayweather continues to feature in exhibition bouts. He is reportedly set for a proposed showdown with former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson in spring 2026. Tyson, 59, recently predicted, “He’s going to get knocked out.”
Amid the unfolding legal battle, 50 Cent entered the fray with his trademark sarcasm. Posting on Instagram on Wednesday, the rapper wrote: “Oh no don’t cry now champ, they beat you out of $320 million, you dxmbaxs. I told you let me read the contracts. Now lace up, you gotta look good fighting Mike. Then maybe we can get Bud to beat your ass for some big money.”
The post quickly sparked reactions online, with rapper Bow Wow dropping a skull emoji, while another fan commented, “50 will never let his opps get a pass,” pointing to Jackson’s reputation for relentless trolling.
The long-running feud between 50 Cent and Mayweather dates back to the early 2000s, with a financial dispute in 2012 reportedly straining their former friendship. Over the years, Jackson has claimed he played a key role in Mayweather’s rise during his lucrative “Money” era and even suggested he influenced UFC boss Dana White to support the Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor superfight.
Mayweather’s lawsuit sheds light on how even one of the highest-earning athletes in sports history — estimated to have made around $1.2 billion from fight purses — can still become entangled in major financial disputes.
The legal filing alleges that nearly 40 percent of his career earnings remains unaccounted for, citing unclear accounting practices tied to his Showtime contract from 2013 to 2015. That period included nine-figure payouts from high-profile clashes with Canelo Alvarez, Manny Pacquiao, and others, with the Pacquiao bout alone reportedly generating $410 million in revenue.
As the courtroom showdown looms, 50 Cent continues to stir the pot, hinting that Mayweather might need to step back into the ring — not only against Tyson but possibly against Terence “Bud” Crawford — to recover his alleged losses.
Whether in court or in competition, the spotlight surrounding “Money” Mayweather shows no sign of fading.
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