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BJJ world champ blasts 'selfish' Floyd Mayweather

After years of anticipation, boxing's great superfight is nearly upon us. On Saturday, May 2nd, Floyd Mayweather will enter the sold out MGM Grand to face Filipino legend Manny "Pacman" Pacquiao. While this is the fight fans have been anxiously awaiting, for the last decade some members of the combat sports community have raised concerns about Floyd Mayweather and his arrogant persona.

Speaking exclusively to Bloody Elbow, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu world champion Tom DeBlass, explains his opinions on how Mayweather is missing a golden opportunity to use his notoriety to facilitate social change.

"Floyd is undoubtedly an amazing boxer, one of the best ever.