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Mike Tyson Reaffirms Mayweather Exhibition Is On

No date or venue has been confirmed despite a competing June 27 Mayweather–Zambidis claim.

Overview

  • Tyson told TMZ Sports the exhibition with Floyd Mayweather "is happening," emphasizing he will not back away from the matchup.
  • No official date or venue has been released, though Tyson previously suggested March in Africa without formal confirmation.
  • The bout was originally announced in September 2024 by CSI Sports/Fight Sports as an exhibition planned for spring 2026.
  • A poster and reports indicate Mayweather may face Mike Zambidis on June 27 in Athens, creating a potential scheduling conflict.
  • Tyson says he has slimmed down and feels "incredible," as both he and Mayweather continue to deal with lawsuits and financial disputes in the background.