5 of the richest boxers in the world in 2024 – net worths, ranked: Manny Pacquiao, Floyd Mayweather and Oscar De La Hoya make the list, but who’s the fighter who made more from investments?
- Floyd Mayweather may be professionally retired, but in November 2022, he earned around US$30 million for taking part in an exhibition match in Dubai against YouTuber Deji Olatunji
- George Foreman’s boxing career began in the 1960s, but his claim to fame and fortune may be Salton’s fat-reducing George Foreman Grill, which he once said brings in US$8 million a month
They’re spent their careers fighting, punching opponents and taking hits in one of the world’s most dangerous sports, so it comes as no surprise that top boxers can make a pretty penny for their efforts.
Ding-ding! In this corner, get ready to meet the world’s wealthiest boxers of 2024, per Celebrity Net Worth.
5. Oscar De La Hoya, 51
Estimated net worth: US$200 million
Retired Mexican-American professional boxer Oscar De La Hoya became a global boxing icon during his career in the ring, bagging 10 world titles across six weight classes, ranging from super featherweight to middleweight.
After retiring from professional boxing, De La Hoya embarked on a highly successful career as a boxing promoter through his company Golden Boy Promotions.
4. Manny Pacquiao, 45
Estimated net worth: US$220 million
However, his biggest pay cheque came in May 2015 when he fought against long-time rival Floyd Mayweather. By the end of it, thanks to guaranteed payment and pay-per-view bonus earnings, Pacquiao made at least US$125 million from the fight, per ESPN.