I’ve trained with a world-class grappler in Japan who was rejected by the New Japan Dojo for not being fit enough. The training they do over there is brutal, and it’s a testament to the standards they set.

Pro wrestling, much like boxing, is all about drawing people in and keeping them invested. The matches between Floyd and Conor, as well as Mike and Jake, feel like they were designed purely to maximize profits. It’s hard not to think they were set up for the fighters to go the distance, ensuring maximum hype and revenue.