Comments Thread For: Mayweather-Pacquiao Shatters Record, 4.4 Million Buys

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NEW YORK - The boxing blockbuster event, Floyd Mayweather vs. Manny Pacquiao, shattered the previous record for total pay-per-view buys and now ranks as the highest-grossing pay-per-view of all time. Initial reports from distributors indicate that the event generated more than 4.4 million U.S. buys and more than $400 million in domestic pay-per-view revenue alone. With additional revenue from the live gate at MGM Grand in Las Vegas, international television distribution, sponsorships, closed circuit and merchandise sales, the event is expected to generate in excess of $500 million in gross worldwide receipts. The news was announced jointly by Showtime Networks Inc., a subsidiary of CBS Corporation, and HBO in conjunction with event promoters Mayweather Promotions and Top Rank, Inc.

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[Hougigo]

Destroyed everything

[VERSION1 (V1)]

but they keep tell me boxing is dead

[Build That Wall]

I predicted that it would be 3.9 million. Just a bit off

[Larry the boss]

wow,just wow

[SnakeVen0m]

One thing to keep in mind is, this fight was also shown in bars/restaurants. They pay a few hundreds if not thousands to be able to air the fight.

[mrpain81]

Will that record ever be broken? Maybe if Hispanics become the majority in this country in 50 years.

[HanzGruber]

Doesn't it take way longer to get all the numbers

[The Problem Child]

I predicted exactly 4.4 million buys!!

The fight will do 4.4 million buys and more than 400 million in domestic pay per view revenue.

[Toltec77]

all to see a great display of moon walking, hugging more than a bit?? and applying his dirty tactics. great fight chicken Floyd Money Mayfether!!!