The IBF sanctions Spinks/Mayweather

[El Jesus]

IBF SANCTIONS SPINKS-MAYWEATHER FOR NOVEMBER 4!
By G. Leon

It appears that undefeated pound for pound Floyd Mayweather Jr could be moving up to junior middleweight to challenge IBF champion Cory Spinks. Although Mayweather advisor Leonard Ellerbe had "no comment" when we phoned him earlier, ********** can confirm that the IBF has decided to sanction Spinks-Mayweather, much to the dismay of Artie Pelullo, who promotes Spinks mandatory challenger Rodney Jones. "Yes I am aware of their decision and it's completely contradictory to their rules, but I've been in touch with my lawyers and they're already on it," said Pelullo. Spinks manager and trainer Kevin Cunningham had no comment as well. More to follow, until then Remember where you heard it first! (6:22 PM EST)

Update: Moments ago ********** spoke with IBF President Marian Muhammad, who also confirmed the sanctioning of Spinks-Mayweather for November 4!

Second Update: ********** also understands that Dan Goossen will be the promoter of record on the Mayweather side of the fence and that the MGM Grand in Las Vegas, Nevada could be the frontrunner to land the fight. Dan Goossen was unavailable for immediate comment.

[El Jesus]

this news to me is nothing short of confusing. neither trainer/advisor would even comment.

[K-DOGG]

.....aaaand, there was "much" rejoicing.

[alphaqfrankie]

Spinks-Mayweather? Eh, I guesss it's an "OK" fight. I'd rather see him in with Margarito.

[GunStar]

We will findout soon, I think PBF should wait a couple years before moving up to 154, he's moving up too quickly, he should take his time or he's going to have probelms at 154.

[psychopath]

There's no reason why IBF wouldn't sanction that fight. The IBF is just the "biggest sucker boxing organization" when it comes to sanctioning fees. It's also the main reason why this organization keeps on stripping their champs with their belts and titles. Money!

[amagnin]

There's no reason why IBF wouldn't sanction that fight. The IBF is just the "biggest sucker boxing organization" when it comes to sanctioning fees. It's also the main reason why this organization keeps on stripping their champs with their belts and titles. Money!

This only furthers my hatred of the putrid organization known as the IBF. This will be one of the most boring fights in the history of PPV (not including John Ruiz). I hope Mayweather comes out aggressive because we know Spinks is going to be a track star.

[psychopath]

This only furthers my hatred of the putrid organization known as the IBF. This will be one of the most boring fights in the history of PPV (not including John Ruiz). I hope Mayweather comes out aggressive because we know Spinks is going to be a track star.

That's the only chance spinks will ever have run, run run.

And it might work and what do we know? Of all fighter he might be the one to upset PBF. I'll be laughing my ass off if that happens.

[amagnin]

That's the only chance spinks will ever have run, run run.

I used to like Mayweather (I mean like 10 minutes ago) but I am now thinking he is trying to piss off people who like him. After a while he will see who the true Floyd-lovers are because nobody in their right mind could wish this upon boxing.

[charlie31]

I used to like Mayweather (I mean like 10 minutes ago) but I am now thinking he is trying to piss off people who like him. After a while he will see who the true Floyd-lovers are because nobody in their right mind could wish this upon boxing.

my momma, cousin, sister or great uncle dont know who Spinks is.........oops i mean CORY spinks...