Tyson, at 59 years old, shows improved conditioning and seems very keen on making this event a reality. He expressed his determination in continuing with the fight after Mayweather challenged him. "Yeah it's happening," Tyson confirmed, "You think I'd give that up? I was minding my business, he challenged me." Meanwhile, Mayweather faces a $340 million lawsuit over unpaid earnings but remains active in the ring with his last fight against John Gotti III taking place in August 2024.
The possible match offers an electrifying prospect: an exhibition featuring two untouchable icons from separate weight classes and different boxing eras. Tyson's reputation as a heavyweight knockout artist meets Mayweather's finesse as a defensive mastermind, making it unlike any other matchup before.
While there's no official contract yet to seal the deal, Tyson's comments suggest discussions continue behind closed doors. The fight would likely draw massive pay-per-view attention given its worldwide allure and curiosity factor.
But complications arise alongside skepticism. Momentum diminished following Mayweather's massive lawsuit over earnings. Additionally, Mayweather's scheduled exhibition in Greece with Mike Zambidis brings doubt to when Tyson steps into the ring with him. Critics also wonder how meaningful or entertaining a match between fighters near 60 and 50 years old could turn out to be.
Conor McGregor recently supported Tyson by spending some time with him and came away confident about his readiness for this potential matchup. McGregor shared,
"I'll tell you what; he won't lose. I hope it goes ahead; he seems confident it's going ahead; he's well up for it."The world continues to watch closely as fans eagerly await confirmation of one of boxing's most intriguing exhibitions yet—a clash not just of skills but of historical proportions.