Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. have secured plans for an exhibition boxing match set to take place in the spring of 2026. This confirmation follows a press release from CSI Sports/Fight Sports last September. Despite limited information since the initial announcement, Tyson took to TMZ Sports to affirm that the fight is indeed happening.
“Yeah, it’s happening,” Tyson confidently stated in an interview, emphasizing his commitment to the match. He humorously remarked, “S–t, yeah, it’s happening! You think I’d give that up?! I was minding my business! He challenged me!”
Previously, Tyson mentioned that the tentative date for this highly anticipated bout would be in March 2026, with Africa earmarked as the potential location. However, finer details regarding the precise date, venue, and structure of the match have yet to be officially disclosed.
At 60 years old, Tyson remains a legendary figure in boxing, having once dominated the heavyweight division. His impressive record stands at 50 wins, seven losses, and two no-contests. Following a long hiatus from professional boxing, Tyson made a return in November 2024 to face social media star Jake Paul, where he lost by unanimous decision after eight rounds.
As excitement builds for this encounter between two of boxing’s most iconic figures, fans eagerly await further details on what promises to be a remarkable clash. Tyson’s enduring enthusiasm for boxing, even after his storied career, serves as a testament to the sport’s lasting allure.