Mike Tyson’s huge showdown in opposition to Jake Paul on Netflix didn’t go so properly, however the veteran boxer isn’t prepared to hold up his gloves simply but. Per TMZ, Tyson has agreed to battle Floyd Mayweather in an upcoming bout set to happen in spring 2026.
“This battle is one thing neither the world nor I ever thought would or might occur,” Tyson, 59, stated in an announcement. “Nonetheless, boxing has entered a brand new period of the unpredictable — and this battle is as unpredictable because it will get.”
“I nonetheless can’t consider Floyd desires to actually do that,” he added. “It’s going to be detrimental to his well being, however he desires to do it, so it’s signed and it’s taking place!”
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Mayweather, who’s 11 years Tyson’s junior, countered: “I’ve been doing this for 30 years and there hasn’t been a single fighter that may tarnish my legacy. You already know that if I’m going to do one thing, it’s going to be huge and it’s going to be legendary. I’m the most effective within the enterprise of boxing. This exhibition will give the followers what they need.”
The precise date and placement of the match haven’t but been introduced.