There are rumors that Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather will face off in the ring next year.
Mike Tyson has admitted he’s unsure when his bout with Floyd Mayweather will occur, but remains confident it will take place next year.
The news of their impending face-off was revealed in September. Tyson, who announced his retirement from boxing in 2005 after a match against Kevin McBride, made a comeback to the ring five years ago for an exhibition match against Roy Jones Jr.
Audiences were taken aback when he returned to professional boxing in November 2024 to fight Jake Paul, a YouTuber-turned-boxer. Despite losing to the ‘Problem Child,’ many believed it would be a one-time event.
Meanwhile, since retiring, Mayweather, also known as ‘Money,’ has ventured into exhibition boxing, fighting opponents like Aaron Chalmers, Logan Paul, and John Gotti III.
However, last month, reports suggested that both Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao were discussing a potential match next year, seemingly overlooking Tyson. Amidst these rumors, Tyson shared his thoughts on the matter.
“I wish I could give you some input, but I have no idea what you’re talking about as far as those two guys fighting. He definitely reigns with the greats, there’s no doubt. He put in his work,” he said during an interview with Hard Rock Bet.
For now, the former heavyweight world champion is solely focused on his upcoming match with Mayweather. When questioned about how the matchup materialized, Tyson responded: “I have no idea, Floyd wanted to fight me.”
Concerning the timing of the bout, the 59-year-old remains uncertain, but hinted that it could occur within the upcoming five months. “I have no idea, maybe in March or April,” he stated.
Tyson even delivered a bold forecast, vowing to knock Mayweather out whenever they eventually clash, declaring: “It looks that way, as I anticipated. It looks like he’s going to get knocked out.”
Currently, it remains unclear who Mayweather will be facing next. To Tyson’s annoyance, Pacquiao seems to be the leading candidate. Regarding his potential second encounter with ‘Money,’ Pacquiao informed The Sun: “As long as Floyd will come back. I’m active in boxing, it’s possible. There is talk. Like I said, I’m happy to start talking about, discussing about a possible rematch with Floyd. Of course, there’s a good chance to have a rematch because I’m still active – it’s only if he will come back that’s possible.”
Pacquiao continued: “I’ve been motivated since after the fight. After the operation, I was OK to get back in the ring and fight again. Right now, God is good and giving me strength and good health to continue my career as a boxer.”
