There is a wave of boxing and mixed martial arts veterans returning for super fights and exhibitions. However, there is one former boxer that you can cross off the return list: Felix Trinidad.
The 48-year-old three-division world champion recently appeared on Telemundo. He cleared up speculation about a return during the gold rush for veterans.
“I’m not coming back to boxing,” said Trinidad on Telemundo.
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In addition, Trinidad was asked about the possibility of a return. Retired rival Oscar De La Hoya’s upcoming bout against former UFC star Vitor Belfort is on September 11. Trinidad handed De La Hoya his first career defeat in a twelve-round majority decision.
The “Golden Boy” Returns
De La Hoya will battle Belfort in the main event of LEGENDS II. The event is set for Saturday, September 11 at the STAPLES Center.
“This is going to be a real fight, not an exhibition, said De La Hoya. Belfort and I are going to beat the living crap out of each other. We are prepared to leave it all in the ring; there will be no holding back. My training has been grueling and intense, and I can’t wait to get into the ring and show everyone what I do best: fight!”
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De La Hoya, 48, was an 11-time world champion in six different weight classes. In addition, he generated over 700 million dollars in pay-per-view revenue.
“He was left with the desire,” said Trinidad. “We offered Oscar the fight eight times. Eight times he had the opportunity to face me since I beat him on September 18, 1999. He did nothing. I am already retired.”
Trinidad is not going to cash in on boxing’s renaissance. However, the veteran pack are diving in.
