When hip-hop, boxing, and billion-dollar egos collide, the fallout is always loud — and this time it’s very expensive.
Floyd “Money” Mayweather, the undefeated king of prizefighting, is suing Showtime for a jaw-dropping $340 million, claiming he was quietly shorted on payouts from some of the biggest fights in combat sports history. And right on cue, 50 Cent has entered the chat… with receipts, sarcasm, and zero mercy.
đź’° The Lawsuit That Shook Combat Sports
According to court documents obtained by TMZ Sports, Mayweather is accusing Showtime (now under Paramount CBS) and former Showtime Sports president Stephen Espinoza of helping orchestrate what the lawsuit calls a “long-running and elaborate scheme of financial fraud.”
The allegation?
Millions owed to Mayweather — including money from the historic Manny Pacquiao and Conor McGregor mega-fights — were allegedly funneled into bank accounts controlled by Mayweather’s former manager Al Haymon instead of going directly to Floyd.
Here’s the twist that has everyone talking:
👉 Haymon is NOT named in the lawsuit, despite being at the center of the accusations.
That detail alone has fueled massive speculation across sports and business media.
🎤 50 Cent Smells Blood — And Goes Viral
If there’s one thing 50 Cent never misses, it’s an opportunity to say “I told you so.”
For years, 50 publicly warned Mayweather to cut ties with Haymon, claiming Floyd ignored advice that could’ve saved him hundreds of millions. Now that the lawsuit is public, 50 wasted no time dragging his old frenemy on Instagram:
“Oh no don’t cry now champ, they beat you out of $320 million you dumb ass.
I told you let me read the contracts.”
But 50 didn’t stop there. He went full promoter-mode, suggesting Floyd could still make it all back — if he’s willing to step into the ring again.
🥊 The Comeback Nobody Expected
Despite decades of earning and spending at legendary levels, rumors are swirling that Mayweather’s cash flow isn’t what it used to be. Still, one thing remains true:
đź’¸ Floyd Mayweather can print money just by showing up.
A massive fight with Mike Tyson was rumored for early 2026 but appears to have stalled. Enter 50 Cent with a new pitch:
👉 A blockbuster payday fight against Terence “Bud” Crawford, one of the most dangerous pound-for-pound fighters alive.
Is 50 trolling?
Is he helping?
Or is this the ultimate mix of disrespect and business savvy?
🧠Bigger Than Beef: A Cautionary Tale
This saga isn’t just celebrity drama — it’s a brutal lesson in:
- Contract literacy
- Trust in management
- How even the richest athletes can get burned
Mayweather built a brand around financial dominance. If these allegations hold weight, the fallout could permanently reshape how fighters approach deals with networks, promoters, and managers.
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🚨 What Happens Next?
- Showtime has yet to fully respond publicly
- The absence of Al Haymon from the lawsuit raises major legal questions
- Fans are now watching to see whether Floyd fights again… or fights in court
One thing is certain:
The “Money” era may not be as bulletproof as it once looked.
And 50 Cent?
He’s watching from the sidelines, laughing — and possibly waiting to cash in.
📢 Stay tuned. This story is just getting started.
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