Overview
- Mayweather, speaking Thursday at a media event in Athens, said a Pacquiao rematch announcement could arrive within 48 hours.
- Promoters confirmed he will face Greek kickboxing star Mike Zambidis in a full‑contact exhibition on June 27 at the Telekon Center at the OAKA Olympic Complex on pay‑per‑view.
- Pacquiao’s team says they signed for a sanctioned bout and warns of heavy penalties if the fight is reclassified, after Mayweather earlier described it as an exhibition.
- The originally announced Sept. 19 plan for Las Vegas fell into doubt when the Sphere booked the Eagles for that date, and talks about MGM Grand Garden Arena or T‑Mobile Arena have not gained traction.
- Recent reports cite an IRS tax lien, lawsuits, and even possible passport issues for Mayweather, raising questions about travel and event delivery as scheduling talks continue.