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Why Rules For Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather was…

By Admin March 14, 2026

Why Rules For Mike Tyson vs. Floyd Mayweather was Revealed

Confirms Rules for Planned Fight With Floyd Mayweather Jr.

Former heavyweight champion Mike Tyson says his planned exhibition fight with Floyd Mayweather Jr. in Democratic Republic of the Congo will have no weight limit.

Tyson revealed the details during a recent interview with veteran combat sports journalist Ariel Helwani. The 59-year-old said he has already signed the agreement and still expects the bout to take place on April 25 in Africa.

Mike Tyson CONFIRMS Floyd Mayweather fight date as boxing legends with combined age of 107 to square off in Africa

He described the matchup as a free-weight, catchweight-style exhibition, confirming that neither fighter will face a weight restriction.

“There’s no weight limit,” Tyson said, outlining the unusual rules for the contest.

Size Difference Between the Fighters

The weight gap between the two fighters remains significant.

Tyson weighed just under 229 pounds when he faced Jake Paul in a November 2024 exhibition bout. By contrast, Mayweather has usually competed around the mid-150-pound range.

The undefeated former champion reached a career-high of just under 161 pounds during his 2024 exhibition against John Gotti III.

Fight Date and Location

Despite speculation that organizers might postpone the event, Tyson insists the fight will proceed as scheduled on April 25.

He made the statement even though he recently suffered a minor injury and has trained while wearing a cast.

Several outlets, including The Ring Magazine, have reported that organizers plan to stage the event in Kinshasa, the capital of Democratic Republic of the Congo.

Government officials in the country have publicly supported the proposal. Among them is Vice Premier Minister Mobutu Nzanga Ngbangawe, who described the event as an opportunity to bring a historic boxing spectacle back to the nation.

Historic ‘Rumble in the Jungle’ Connection

Tyson also revealed an ambitious promotional plan.

Organizers hope to use the same ring from the historic Rumble in the Jungle fight in 1974. That legendary bout saw Muhammad Ali defeat George Foreman in the eighth round to reclaim the heavyweight title.

Promoters view the historical connection as a major marketing angle. Several media outlets, including TNT Sports, have highlighted Tyson’s claim that he and Mayweather could share the same canvas Ali once used to shock Foreman.

However, promoters have not yet issued official confirmation about the venue or whether they can realistically use the original ring.

Exhibition Rules and Safety Concerns

More details about the rules continue to emerge.

Organizers expect the fight to last eight rounds, with each round running two minutes. Fighters will likely wear 14- or 16-ounce gloves to reduce the impact of punches.

The exhibition format means the result will not affect either fighter’s official record.

Still, the matchup has raised safety concerns. Tyson and Mayweather have a combined age of more than 100 years, and the potential 70-pound weight difference could intensify scrutiny from regulators and medical officials if the April 25 Congo event receives final approval.

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Why Mike Tyson vs Floyd Mayweather Bout to….

By Admin March 13, 2026

Why Mike Tyson vs Floyd Mayweather Bout to Have Surprising Rule

The bout is scheduled for April 25, 2026, in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

The highly anticipated exhibition match between Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather is one of the most talked-about spectacles in the boxing world.

Scheduled for April 2026 in the Democratic Republic of Congo and dubbed a “Legend vs. Legend” showcase, the event is being heavily marketed for its historical parallels, given it’s being hosted in the same region as the 1974 Rumble in the Jungle, the historic fight between Muhammad Ali vs George Foreman.

According to Tyson, the bout will have one surprising rule, which he revealed during an appearance on The Ariel Helwani Show.

Tyson vs Mayweather has no weight limit

Tyson explained the weight limit stipulation for the bout, saying “It’s just free fighting, catchweight, everything…”

Other modifications to the rules of the bout include eight two-minute rounds and heavier 14 or 16-ounce gloves, which will account for the size disparity. Tyson typically weighs over 220 lbs, while Mayweather has never fought above 150 lbs.

Tyson also went on to admit that he suffered an injury while training for the fight.

“It’s just a little sprain. I’ve got to go hard,” Tyson added. “It’s the only way I know how to go.”

Tyson slams today’s boxers for not fighting enough.

Elsewhere in the interview, Tyson said that his fight against Mayweather may be his last. He also took shots at today’s boxers because they don’t fight as much as the previous generation of fighters.

“This is what fighters should be thinking right now about me. ‘How can this guy be 60 years old and break all the records?” Tyson said. “They should be disappointed with themselves. They fight once or twice a year. No one knows who they are. They need to have a story behind them.”

“It’s not that they’re getting paid too much, they just don’t wanna do it. If you like getting paid a lot of money, why not do that three times a year instead of once? It’s a no-lose situation,” Tyson continued. “It’s all up, all a win. You’re fighting, getting in shape, and getting paid more money than you ever did before.”

For Mayweather, 2026 will be his most active year in the ring in more than a decade. Along with the Tyson exhibition, Money will take on 18-time kickboxing world champion Mike Zambidis in another exhibition at the Telekom Center in Athens, Greece. And in what is considered an even bigger boxing event, Mayweather is signed on for a sanctioned rematch against Manny Pacquiao on September 19 at the Sphere in Las Vegas

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The fighter Mayweather calls his successor set to…

By Admin March 9, 2026

The fighter Mayweather calls his successor set to fight on Pacquiao rematch undercard

Following the announcement of the rematch between Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, fans are anticipating a blockbuster undercard to support a high-profile main-event.

Now, the man who Mayweather himself tipped as his successor has let slip that he expects to appear on the bill.

Mayweather and Pacquiao collided back in 2015, where Mayweather scored a legendary unanimous decision win to become the unified three-belt welterweight world champion and take the bragging rights over his long-term rival.

Now, 11 years on from that mammoth event, the two pound-for-pound greats are set to run it back in September, in what is sure to be one of the biggest nights of boxing in the 2026 calendar, with an intriguing undercard expected to support the headline attraction.

In an interview with Pro Boxing Fans, Mayweather’s protégé, Curmel Moton, revealed that he believes he will fight on the undercard.

“I can’t really confirm [that I am on the card], not at the moment, but I feel like there is a very good, high-percentage chance that I definitely will be on the card. Co-main, hopefully, we will see but I definitely should be on that card, for sure.”

Moton has won all eight of his professional contests to date, registering six wins inside of the distance, but the Salt Lake City-born youngster admitted his excitement at the prospect of just attending a true Mayweather fight, as well as fighting on the card.

“I’m excited to see Floyd back and 100% locked in to boxing, not in an exhibition. His record is on the line so there is going to be a lot more at stake, he is going to be working a lot harder and he is going to be a lot more focussed.

“I’m excited, I have never been to a real, actual Floyd fight, so this will be the first one, and I will be on the undercard too, so it’s going to be dope.”

19-year-old Moton has been linked to an intriguing affair with Britain’s Giorgio Visioli, who claims to have bested the American in sparring sessions in the past.

However, it remains to be seen whether Moton will be thrown into deep waters, in such a difficult fight on the biggest of stages.

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Former world champion says Floyd Mayweather was…

By Admin March 8, 2026

Former world champion says Floyd Mayweather was lucky they didn’t fight: “His record might be different”

Floyd Mayweather retired with a record of 50-0 and lived a lavish life outside of the ring, but there is one former world champion who believes that he could have had an impact on both of those things, if he was presented with the opportunity to fight ‘TBE’.

Mayweather claimed world titles at super-featherweight, super-welterweight, and every division in-between, becoming the fourth fighter in history to have ruled in five different weight divisions – a feat matched by two additional boxers since.

In 2017, Mayweather hung up the gloves off the back of a lucrative night’s work against UFC superstar Conor McGregor, knocking the Irishman out to extend his perfect record to 50 unbeaten professional contests.

That was one of many events that saw Mayweather break financial records, having taken part in four of the five highest grossing boxing events of all time.

Speaking to Radio Rahim, former featherweight king ‘Prince’ Naseem Hamed heaped praise onto the American, labelling him as the ‘cleverest’ fighter in boxing history.

“In my eyes, the cleverest person to ever come into the boxing game is Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather, ‘The Money Team’ baby. While everybody is hating him, don’t hate the brother, just enjoy watching the guy enjoy his fruits.

“When I watch Floyd getting out of planes, in Bugatti’s, living the life, I believe and I think that he deserves more. Why? Because nobody has seen all of them hours of blood and sweat, well not blood, but sweat, that he has put into the gym.”

However, despite the plaudits, Hamed warned that things could have been different for Mayweather if they had crossed paths.

“It’s a good job that he didn’t fight me, though, because he might not have had the career that he did.

“I will always rate him. He is not the most entertaining fighter, that I love to watch, but from a business sense in the sport, to execute something the way that he did [is impressive],

“For me, nobody will ever be as clever as Floyd ‘Money’ Mayweather.”

In a shocking twist, Mayweather is now set to end a nine-year run of professional inactivity as he rematches Manny Pacquiao in September at The Sphere in Las Vegas.

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Amir Khan predicts Mayweather vs Pacquiao 2:

By Admin March 1, 2026

Amir Khan predicts Mayweather vs Pacquiao 2: “He’s winning this one”

Amir Khan targeted blockbuster fights with both Floyd Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao during his career, and has now offered a prediction for their rematch on September 19.

Netflix announced last week that the two pound-for-pound legends will square off at the Sphere, Las Vegas, with their professional contest being streamed live on Netflix.

Their first encounter, back in 2015, saw Mayweather claim a convincing points victory, coming away with the WBC, WBO and WBA world welterweight titles.

Since then, though, the Hall of Famer has amassed just two professional wins – against Andre Berto and Conor McGregor – while also being involved in several exhibition matches.

Pacquiao, too, has kept himself ticking over with the odd exhibition, but also fought professionally when he tied with Mario Barrios, the then-WBC welterweight champion, in July.

This came after a near four-year hiatus from the professional ring, with his previous title fight resulting in a unanimous points defeat to Yordenis Ugas.

It is the 47-year-old’s apparent lifestyle choices, though, that have largely inspired Khan to give him the edge over Mayweather in their rematch.

Sharing his opinion on Facebook, the former world champion highlighted Pacquiao’s consistency in the gym as a significant factor against his 49-year-old opponent.

“I like Manny Pacquiao in the second one, because I think Mayweather’s slowing down a little bit.

“Age catches up on you, and I think with Manny always looking in good shape – obviously he’s not partying, not drinking; Mayweather’s always partying, chilling, enjoying himself – I think there’s a different way of living for both fighters.

“Mayweather’s still like a 20-year-old kid, whereas Manny Pacquiao’s very intelligent and he’s on the right path.

“I’ve got Manny Pacquiao winning that fight. But who knows? Mayweather always ends up pulling it off. But I feel that Manny Pacquiao [is] the favourite.”

While Mayweather was always known for his tremendous discipline and work ethic, the lack of a professional contest since 2017 could have a bearing on his overall performance against Pacquiao.

Many would argue, too, that his 10th-round stoppage victory over McGregor hardly merited the status of a professional bout.

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Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Duel in…

By Admin February 17, 2026

Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Duel in Congo on April 25

The exhibition match between former heavyweight world champion Mike Tyson and undefeated world champion Floyd Mayweather is scheduled to take place on April 25 in nearby Congo, Africa.

The date and location of the fight were confirmed by Mike Coppinger of Ring Magazine, as reported by radio network Talksport.

The two fighters shocked the boxing world last September when they announced they would step into the ring for an exhibition duel in this year’s calendar.

After that the situation was immediately calm and there was no clear news from both camps so that boxing lovers began to believe that the news of a clash between the two names seemed unlikely to happen.

Then in December came the latest news about the fight. At that time Tyson hinted that places in Africa were being considered as the location of their clash.

The information does not immediately strengthen the fans’ confidence. They consider the fight seems to be just a mere fantasy.

Kickboxing champion Mike Zambidis then announced that he would face Mayweather on June 27 in Athens. It was considered the final blow to the plan for a fight between Tyson and Mayweather.

Tyson in an interview with TMZ this month reiterated his belief that the fight would materialize before being reinforced by Coppinger’s latest information.

“Yes, this really happened. Damn, yes, this really happened! You think I’m going to give up? Right now I’m busy with personal affairs! He challenged me,” said Tyson.

Tyson’s plans to return to the boxing ring have sparked concerns. The veteran fighter is already in old age so his decision to return to boxing is considered too risky.

Tyson claimed that he almost died while preparing for his professional comeback fight in 2024 against Jake Paul.

Currently, the Concrete Neck looks in good physical condition and continues to undergo light training. However, it is still unclear whether he is able to return to intensive training to fight Mayweather.

In addition, the large weight difference between Tyson and Mayweather makes their duel unlikely to be allowed.

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Mike Tyson insists Floyd Mayweather fight isn’t cancelled…

By Admin February 14, 2026

Mike Tyson insists Floyd Mayweather fight isn’t cancelled in update as he responds to health concerns

Mike Tyson is certain that the Floyd Mayweather exhibition will take place, and believes he is fantastic physical condition.

The American heavyweight legend stunningly announced he would face fellow boxing royalty Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition fight.

It was originally touted for spring of this year, but things quickly went quiet.

Tyson then suggested the bout was indeed set to take place, with venues in Africa being considered.

But 18-time kickboxing champion Mike Zambidis then stunningly appeared to announce he would be facing Mayweather on June 27 in Athens, Greece.

That appeared to be the damaging final nail in the coffin of the clash.

But a confident Tyson still thinks it will materialise, insisting it was ‘Money’ who made the first call.

He told TMZ: “Yeah, it’s happening. S***t, yeah, it’s happening!

“You think I’d give that up?! I was minding my business! He challenged me.

“We are going to party afterwards, baby! We’ll have a ball afterwards!”

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Floyd Mayweather claims he has been robbed and cheated…

By Admin February 4, 2026

Floyd Mayweather claims he has been robbed and cheated: “I am missing hundreds of millions of dollars”

Floyd Mayweather, undefeated boxing legend, claims that despite earning over a billion dollars in his career, hundreds of millions never reached him, and now he’s taking legal action against Showtime.

The 50-0 fighter filed a lawsuit in California, alleging Showtime aided his former manager, Al Haymon, in diverting a “significant portion of his career earnings,” leaving Mayweather missing an estimated $340 million.

In the suit obtained by TMZ Sports, Floyd states he seeks to “recover hundreds of millions of dollars in the misappropriated funds and damages resulting from a long-running and elaborate scheme of financial fraud,” naming Showtime and former Showtime Sports president Stephen Espinoza as defendants.

“Floyd is one of boxing’s biggest pay-per-view draws,” Mayweather‘s attorney, Bobby Samini, said. “He generated hundreds of millions of dollars in revenue for Showtime.

“Mr. Mayweather now takes this fight to the courtroom to recover what he rightfully earned. Retiring undefeated at 50-0, Mr. Mayweather will go the distance in the courtroom just as he has in the ring.”

Interestingly, Haymon, Mayweather‘s longtime advisor of more than a decade, is not being sued directly, though Floyd alleges the ex-manager received “substantial participation and aid” from the network and Espinoza in siphoning funds.

According to the filing, major fights-including his bouts with Manny Pacquiao and Conor McGregor-were impacted, with Mayweather claiming Showtime sent accounts controlled by Haymon, effectively delivering his earnings to the manager rather than to him.

Years later, after switching to a new management team, Mayweather requested access to Showtime’s financial records, only to be told they were “lost in a flood” or otherwise inaccessible, prompting further allegations of concealment and misconduct.

Floyd Mayweather Net Worth – How the Boxer Built His Fortune

Mayweather‘s wealth stems from decades at the top of boxing, where he became one of the sport’s biggest pay-per-view draws, generating substantial revenue for networks, promoters, and sponsors.

He capitalized on high-profile fights, including Manny Pacquiao and Conor McGregor, commanding historic purses and endorsement deals that made him a major financial figure in sports.

His fight earnings reportedly exceeded $1.1 billion, though his net worth is estimated between $400 million and $500 million, factoring in taxes, spending, and investments.

A core source of wealth is Mayweather Promotions, which earned millions by organizing and monetizing major bouts. His apparel brand, The Money Team (TMT), generates additional income, while exhibition fights continue to bring in substantial payouts.

Mayweather has also invested in luxury real estate in Las Vegas, Miami, and New York City through Vada Properties, including residential and commercial holdings worth hundreds of millions, producing ongoing income.

Beyond property and promotions, he has business interests in cryptocurrency, NFTs, and fitness ventures, adding further revenue streams.

His lavish lifestyle reflects his “Money” brand, with private jets, exotic cars, jewelry, and multiple mansions, leaving him with a net worth estimated at $400-$500 million, illustrating a combination of athletic success and shrewd business strategy.

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‘He’ll be a Human Punch Bag’ – Sad Truth About Mike Tyson Fightin

By Admin September 12, 2025

‘He’ll be a Human Punch Bag’ – Sad Truth About Mike Tyson Fighting Floyd Mayweather

The announcement that Mike Tyson will face off against Floyd Mayweather in an exhibition match next year and sparked huge reaction on social media and now, one of Money’s former opponents has offered his verdict on the fight and on Iron Mike’s chances against the undefeated icon.

The last few years have seen a number of boxing greats briefly come out of retirement to compete in exhibition bouts against celebrities, combat sports athletes or other former boxers. The likes of Roy Jones Jr and Evander Holyfield have both stepped back into the ring in recent years. As have Mayweather and Tyson. The former came out of retirement to take on Logan Paul, Deji Olatunji and Aaron Chalmers among others in exhibition bouts, while the latter lost to Jake Paul in an official boxing match.

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Now, they’re set to face each other and what would have been considered a dream match with both men being two of the greatest boxers ever, but with Tyson closing in on his 60th birthday, it’s safe to say his best days are long behind him and one of Mayweather’s former opponents is worried about Iron Mike’s chances and his health.

Ricky Hatton is Concerned For Tyson

During Mayweather’s prime, in the middle of his dominance across boxing, he faced off against Ricky Hatton. The Brit was also undefeated at the time, with an incredible 43-0 record heading into their bout in 2007. He was no match for Money, though, and experienced his greatness firsthand via a 10th round TKO loss. As a result, he knows exactly what Money can do and he’s worried about Tyson following the announcement of their match next year.

Shortly before the 59-year-old’s loss to Jake Paul, his health was brought under the spotlight when it was reported that he’d almost died just months earlier due to an ulcer flare-up onboard a plane. As a result, Hatton has slammed those around Tyson who are allowing him to get into the ring with someone like Mayweather and he thinks the former heavyweight champion will merely be a punching bag for his opponent.

Speaking exclusively to Metro, Hatton said:

“In normal circumstances, given the size difference, you would probably be more worried about Floyd’s well-being, but I think the opposite. I don’t think Mike will get near him and he’ll be a human punching bag to be honest. Mike’s approaching sixty, and you saw from his last fight that he’s well and truly past it. I think Mike could really end up getting hurt. I’m not sure I even believe it yet, to be honest, but it would be bad for boxing if it is allowed.

“There’s no winner. If Mike somehow hits Floyd and flattens him, then people will say ‘Look at the size difference, it shouldn’t have been allowed’. But if Floyd goes in there and boxes his head off and uses him as a punching bag then people will say ‘We knew that was going to happen.’ So there’s no positives to come out of it except a lot of dough, which clearly is the only thing people are thinking about.”

The contest is set to take place sometime in Spring 2026 with the location and venue yet to be disclosed.

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Canelo Didn’t Have To Think Twice When Asked If Terence Crawfor

By Admin September 9, 2025

Canelo Didn’t Have To Think Twice When Asked If Terence Crawford Is Better Than Floyd Mayweather

Canelo Alvarez is just a few days away from his much anticipated clash with fellow pound-for-pound great Terence Crawford.

The 35-year-old from Guadalajara, Mexico will defend his undisputed super-middleweight championship against the unbeaten American at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday night, with the event broadcast live worldwide on Netflix.

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Canelo will be looking to add yet another huge name to his decorated resume, which includes the likes of Gennady Golovkin, Miguel Cotto, Sergey Kovalev and Shane Mosley to name just a few.

Another legendary fighter that Canelo has shared the ring with is five-division world champion Floyd Mayweather, who handed the Mexican superstar the first defeat of his tenure when they clashed for the WBC light-middleweight title in Las Vegas back in 2013.

In an interview with The Sun. Canelo was asked who he believes is the better fighter out of his former rival Mayweather and ‘Bud’ Crawford.

“I think Crawford is better than Mayweather because he turns his guard to both sides, he’s more intelligent. I think he’s better than Floyd Mayweather. That’s what I think.”

Crawford will be looking to become the first male fighter in boxing history to win an undisputed championship in three weight classes when he faces Canelo on Saturday, having already achieved this at super-lightweight and welterweight respectively.

The 37-year-old from Omaha has made the move up to 168lbs ahead of this weekend’s clash, which has been dubbed by many boxing fans and analysts around the world as ‘The Fight Of The Century’.

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