Mayweather vs McGregor: Floyd Mayweather happy to use 8oz gloves for epic event
By Sky Sports News
Last Updated: 07/08/17 10:45am
Floyd Mayweather has revealed he is happy to fight in 8oz gloves when he takes on Conor McGregor in Las Vegas on August 26, live on Sky Sports Box Office.
The 40-year-old took to Instagram to confirm he is happy to fight in lighter gloves - 10oz gloves are standard for a super-welterweight bout.
McGregor had consistently complained during the international press conferences that Mayweather had been dictating terms on exactly which gloves would be used but the American - winner of 12 world titles across five weight divisions - has said he is flexible on the matter.
"Don't believe what you hear in the media. Don't believe what you hear on blog sites,' he wrote on his Instagram account.
"If it's not coming directly from me, then it's not true. I'm telling McGregor, 'Let's fight in 8oz gloves'.
"McGregor can fight in any brand he prefers or chooses. I'll be wearing 8oz Grant gloves.
"Whatever advantage McGregor needs to feel more comfortable in the ring, I'm willing to accommodate.
"Let's give the boxing and MMA fans what they want to see."
