Mayweather Plans 2026 Tyson Exhibition Amid Pacquiao Rematch Talks

Boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson are set to face off in an exhibition match in 2026, despite significant skepticism from the boxing community due to their age and weight differences. Tyson, 59, recently made a comeback against Jake Paul, while Mayweather, 48, last fought professionally in 2017 but remains active in exhibitions. Roy Jones Jr. criticized the upcoming Tyson-Mayweather bout, suggesting there is no meaningful win for Tyson and expressing disinterest due to the fighters' disparity and the non-competitive nature of the event. Meanwhile, there is growing speculation about a potential rematch between Mayweather and Manny Pacquiao, whose 2015 fight remains the highest-selling pay-per-view in boxing history. Pacquiao, 46, recently returned to professional boxing and is open to a rematch if it is financially and competitively worthwhile, with his adviser Sean Gibbons acknowledging ongoing talks but noting only Mayweather can decide. Mayweather himself has hinted at a professional return after the Tyson exhibition, fueling anticipation in the boxing world.