Floyd Mayweather vs. Mikuru Asakura results: 'Money' holds off strong opponent in entertaining exhibition

Aidan Cellini

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Floyd Mayweather vs. Mikuru Asakura results: 'Money' holds off strong opponent in entertaining exhibition image

Floyd Mayweather's exhibition match with Mikuru Asakura was nothing short of entertaining, despite it only lasting two rounds.

'Money' put on an impressive defensive performance, waiting for his opening to land a crushing blow to Asakura at the at the Saitama Super Arena in Saitama, Japan. Although the result was unofficial, Asakura met Mayweather and landed plenty of his own punches, forcing the champ to give a wry smile.

In an amusing opening round, Asakura was on the offensive and displayed showmanship when Mayweather landed a body blow, with Asakura lifting his arms in applause.

Leading into the second round of 12, Mayweather began aggressively, offering an open stance, inviting Asakura to land blows. The American's strength has always been his defense, known as one of the greatest defensive boxers, and he was able to return the blows that Asakura gave in the opening three minutes.

This was reflected by Mayweather's 33% initiated attacks to the 30-year-old compared to the 67%, however were nowhere near as effective as the experienced boxer.

Looking like going into round three, Mayweather starting hitting the body and jaw of Asakura, with viewers seeing the Japanese boxer's legs start to shake and lose balance. The 45-year-old pounced on his opportunity, striking Asakura just before the ball rang.

The referee gave Asakura a chance to get up but unfortunately couldn't get to the next round, with the ruling a knockout in favour of Mayweather.

The American post-bout said he loved his time in Japan and would be open to returning for another exhibition match.

MORE: Could Mikuru Asakura pose a threat to Floyd Mayweather?

Here's how it all went down (all times Eastern): 

Mayweather vs. Asakura live results, updates

Mayweather drops Asakura late in the second round to secure victory.

Result: Floyd Mayweather def. Mikuru Asakura via 2nd round KO

Round 2: The round began in fast fashion, Asakura landing heavy body blows and jabs to Mayweather's face. However, experience won the battle in this instance, with Floyd rising to the top and landing an overhand right blow to Asakura, with the referee calling it with seconds to go in the round.

SN Unofficial record: 10-8, Mayweather (19-18, Mayweather)

Round 1: Mayweather sheepishly smiles at Asakura throughout the first round, as both opponents size each other up. Mayweather's defence is second to none is teasing Asakura into throwing punches and giving Floyd an opening. Asakura has offered a battle that could go all the way, reflected by his wry grin as the bell rang.

SN Unofficial record: 10-9, Asakura

3:26 p.m.: 12 exhibition rounds of boxing lasting three minutes. Could there be an upset or will Mayweather go on his merry way? Tune in to watch the main event.

3:18 p.m.: Mayweather comes into this fight extraordinarily 50-0 and is confident he can make it one better.

2:40 p.m.: Kouzi takes out the victory in the third round for Japan, taking down Jizzy by knockout. 

But credit where credit's due and Jizzy attempting to take on Kouzi will enhance his reputation.

2:36 p.m.: Kouzi probably takes round 2 with his speed and agility being a problem for Jizzy. Mayweather's bodyguard looks tired and appears to be struggling out there on the ring.

It will be an interesting last three minutes.

2:32 p.m.: Round 1 completed with both Kouzi and Jizzy waiting for an opening. Kouzi did land a few combination punches but is trying to bring Jizzy out to an impatient swing.

2:25 p.m.: Manny Pacquiao checks in with Mikuru ahead of the main event. This is building up to be quite some duel.

2:23 p.m.: Mayweather's bodyguard is set to take the main stage as the co-main event, which bad blood lost between the two. Kouzi vs. Ray "Jizzy Mack" Sadeghi up next. Don't take your eyes off the screen.

2:17 p.m.: Another round one victory, with Yoshinari taking the chocolates with an emphatic win. On the front foot from the moment the bell rang, Yoshinari is on 15-win streak now and continues his impressive form.

2:03 p.m.: Nadaka Yoshinari vs. Bandasak So Trakunpet is up next. If you like flying knees and throwing elbows then tune in to this one. Trakunpet is known for his kick boxing skills and has an impressive record.

2:00 p.m.: Floyd is in the building!!

1:59 p.m.: It seemed a bit easy for Miura, with the debutante not really challenging the martial arts specialist.

1:54 p.m.: Miura with the takedown of Bunchuai, forcing a tap out with an effective arm bar within the first round. Moving to 2-0, Mirua continues to be undefeated in Mixed Martial Arts.

1:44 p.m.: The evening gets kicked off with a bout between Kota Miura and Bunchuai Phonsungnoen.

1:40 p.m.: Floyd Mayweather and 'Jizzy' are yet to enter the arena, traffic is hectic, which we expect these fights to be as well.

1:02 p.m.: We are under way as all eyes turn to the main event between Floyd 'Money' Mayweather and Asakura, but first we see three fights as a perfect opener to what we've all been waiting for.

Floyd Mayweather vs. Mikuru Asakura fight card

Super RIZIN 

  • Floyd Mayweather def. Mikuru Asakura via 2nd round KO
  • Kouzi def. Ray "Jizzy Mack" Sadeghi via 3rd round KO
  • Nadaka Yoshinari def. Bandasak So Trakunpet via 1st round TKO 
  • Kota Miura def. Bunchuai Phonsungnoen via 1st round TKO 

RIZIN 38

  • Kyoji Horiguchi vs. Kintaro
  • Seika Izawa vs. Anastasiya Svetkivska
  • Si Woo Park vs. Ayaka Hamasaki
  • Hiromasa Ogikubo vs. Soo Chul Kim
  • Shoma Shibisai vs. Callyu Gibrainn
  • Kyohei Hagiwara vs. Chihiro Suzuki
  • Juri Ohara vs. Luiz Gustavo

Aidan Cellini

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Aidan has surrounded himself with all types of sport, but resonates most with AFL and basketball as he still plays both competitively. He loves being active and enjoys sharing sporting moments with friends and family.

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