• EXHIBITION MATCH

Mike Tyson versus Floyd Mayweather

Two Legends. One Ring. History in the Making.

Betting Odds & Expert Predictions

Current Betting Lines
via BetOnline.ag
Floyd Mayweather-500
Mike Tyson+350

Fight Happens by June 2026:

Yes: -150No: +110
Expert Analysis
Professional predictions
USA TODAY Sports75%

Mayweather by Split Decision

Age advantage and defensive mastery

Josh Peter65%

Mayweather -140

Tyson's performance vs Paul concerning

BetOnline83%

Mayweather Heavy Favorite

11-year age gap is significant

Fighter Comparison

MT
Mike Tyson
"Iron Mike"
Age59
Record50-6 (44 KOs)
Weight228.4 lbs
Height5'10"
Reach71"
Last Fightvs Jake Paul (2024)
FM
Floyd Mayweather Jr.
"Money"
Age48
Record50-0 (27 KOs)
Weight160.8 lbs
Height5'8"
Reach72"
Last Fightvs John Gotti III (2024)

Fight Analysis & Key Factors

Tyson's Advantages
  • •Heavyweight power - 44 career knockouts
  • •Intimidation factor and ring presence
  • •Experience in exhibition format
  • •Nothing to lose mentality
Mayweather's Advantages
  • •11 years younger (48 vs 59)
  • •Undefeated record (50-0)
  • •Superior defensive skills
  • •Better recent conditioning
  • •Less damage taken in career
Key Factors
  • •68-pound weight difference
  • •Exhibition rules yet to be determined
  • •Both fighters may not go for KO
  • •Entertainment over competition focus

Career Highlights Timeline

Mike Tyson's Journey
1986

Youngest Heavyweight Champion (20 years old)

1987

Unified WBA, WBC, IBF titles

1996

Regained WBA & WBC titles

2020

Exhibition vs Roy Jones Jr.

2024

Netflix record 65M viewers vs Jake Paul

Floyd Mayweather's Legacy
1996

Olympic Bronze Medal

1998

First World Title (Super Featherweight)

2007

Defeated Oscar De La Hoya

2015

Defeated Manny Pacquiao

2017

TKO Conor McGregor (50-0 record)

Tyson's Last Fight Analysis - vs Jake Paul (Nov 2024)
Performance concerns that could impact the Mayweather bout

Performance Issues

  • • Lost via unanimous decision (80-72, 79-73, 79-73)
  • • Threw only 97 punches, landed just 18
  • • Showed fatigue by round 2
  • • Legs appeared compromised per Roy Jones Jr.
  • • Lacked explosive movement from prime years

Key Statistics

Event Viewership65M viewers
Tyson's Weight228.4 lbs
Age at Fight58 years
Purse$20 million

"I didn't prove nothing to anybody, only to myself" - Mike Tyson post-fight

Fight Highlights

Spring 2026

Exhibition match date

Exhibition Rules

No official records affected

Record Breaking

Expected to break all PPV records

Global Event

Worldwide streaming planned

Latest News & Updates

Breaking NewsSeptember 4, 2025
Boxing Legends Agree to Historic Exhibition Match
Source: ESPN

Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. have officially agreed to compete in an exhibition match in spring 2026. The event will be organized by CSI Sports/Fight Sports.

Fighter StatementSeptember 4, 2025
Tyson: 'It's Going to Be Detrimental to His Health'
Sky Sports

Mike Tyson expressed surprise that Floyd Mayweather agreed to the fight, warning it could be 'detrimental to his health' while confirming the match is signed and happening.

Fighter StatementSeptember 5, 2025
Mayweather Confident: 'No Fighter Can Tarnish My Legacy'
CBS Sports

Floyd Mayweather remains undefeated in confidence, stating that after 30 years in boxing, no fighter can tarnish his perfect 50-0 legacy.

BusinessSeptember 5, 2025
Exhibition Set to Break All Streaming Records
TMZ Sports

Promoters predict the Tyson vs Mayweather exhibition will break all broadcast, streaming and economic records set by Mike Tyson's fight with Jake Paul in 2024.

AnalysisSeptember 5, 2025
Weight Class Differences Present Unique Challenge
Boxing News 24

With Mayweather traditionally fighting at middleweight (147-154 lbs) and Tyson as a heavyweight, the weight difference presents an intriguing dynamic for the exhibition.

UpdatesSeptember 5, 2025
Location and Broadcast Details Still Under Wraps
CNN Sports

While the fight is confirmed for spring 2026, the exact date, venue, and broadcast platform remain to be announced by CSI Sports/Fight Sports.

BusinessSeptember 6, 2025
Multi-Platform Broadcast Deal Expected
Yahoo Sports

CSI Sports plans global multi-platform coverage with world-class venues under consideration. Weekly premium content planned leading up to the fight.

RecordSeptember 6, 2025
31-Year Age Gap Sets Boxing Record
The Manila Times

The 31-year age difference between Tyson (59) and Paul was already historic. The 11-year gap with Mayweather (48) continues the trend of cross-generational exhibitions.

RulesSeptember 5, 2025
Exhibition Rules to Be Announced
Revolt TV

Details regarding number of rounds, glove weight, and specific rules will be revealed at a later date. Exhibition format means no official records affected.