Floyd Mayweather Pushes for Curmel Moton vs. Lamont Roach Title Fight

From Davis–Roach to Moton–Roach

The push for Moton comes after months of uncertainty in the division. Originally, a rematch between Gervonta “Tank” Davis and Roach was planned for June 21, then August 16, but both dates fell through. Davis has since shifted focus to an exhibition bout against Jake Paul in November. Leaving Roach without a clear next opponent.

That vacuum opened the door for Mayweather’s pitch. Moton (8–0, 6 KOs), who has been widely praised as a generational talent, has been touted as the “second coming” of Davis himself. But while the Las Vegas native has impressed in his early fights, he hasn’t faced competition anywhere near Roach’s level.

Roach (25–1–2, 10 KOs), meanwhile, is enjoying the best stretch of his career. The 29-year-old Washington, D.C. native is coming off strong title defenses and has also been linked to a potential showdown with Shakur Stevenson, making Mayweather’s challenge even more intriguing.

Mayweather’s public push is as much about business as it is boxing. By inserting Moton into the title picture, Mayweather Promotions keeps its momentum alive in a division where Tank Davis’ path has become complicated. The matchup also has star power, given Mayweather’s involvement and Moton’s reputation as the “next big thing.”

Whether the fight materializes depends on negotiations between Mayweather Promotions, Roach’s camp, and the sanctioning body. But one thing is certain. Mayweather is all in on making Moton a star, and he’s willing to put his money where his mouth is to make it happen.