Curmel Moton cancels fight after missing weight by 15 pounds

In the United States, 18-year-old professional boxer Curmel Moton was scheduled to fight 30-year-old Bryan Mercado in New Jersey at a weight of 133 pounds. On the weigh-in day, Moton weighed in at 148.7 pounds, leading to the cancellation of the fight. He had been in communication with the boxing commission regarding bloodwork that needed to be approved, but he claimed that the commission had lost his blood sample in their system, making the fight unlikely to be sanctioned. Knowing this situation three days prior to the weigh-in, Moton felt it was pointless to attempt to lose the required weight. Despite his disappointment, he stated his intention to continue his boxing career, announcing upcoming plans for an exhibition fight in Japan on December 30. The fight's promoter, Swift Promotions, supported the decision to cancel, emphasizing the importance of ensuring that all fighters are well-prepared for competition. Moton's professional record prior to the incident was six wins, indicating his potential within the sport, further acknowledged by his long-standing mentorship under boxing legend Floyd Mayweather, who has seen Moton grow as a boxer since he was a child. Mayweather described Moton as a promising talent who has been diligently training and refining his skills at his gym. The abrupt cancellation serves as a reminder of the rigorous requirements and regulations that young athletes must navigate when preparing for bouts in professional sports.