dailyloe.com – Floyd Mayweather’s exhibition match against Mike Tyson, scheduled for April 25 in the Democratic Republic of Congo, faces significant uncertainty. This is one of three high-profile bouts for Mayweather in 2026 that are entangled in legal and financial challenges.
Reports indicate that the fight has gone quiet, with minimal updates from both parties. Tyson’s advisor, Amer Abdallah, stated, “There is a contract in place. Details will come out soon. But I believe the fight will happen.” However, no broadcaster is confirmed, and Tyson previously indicated the fight might be off due to a hand injury.
On May 24, Mayweather announced a different exhibition match against Greek kickboxing legend Mike Zambidis for June 27 in Athens. He confirmed this on X, stating, “IT’S OFFICIAL. History will be made.” This change signals further complications for the Tyson bout.
The financial troubles surrounding Mayweather are extensive. The IRS filed a $7.3 million tax lien against him for unpaid taxes from 2018 and 2023. This follows a previous settlement with the IRS for $22.2 million related to his 2015 taxes.
Mayweather, 49, is also dealing with multiple civil lawsuits. These include a $105,690 claim for an unpaid private jet charter, a reported $900,000 loan default, and nearly $338,000 owed in rent for a luxury duplex in Manhattan. Additionally, two Miami jewelers are suing him for unpaid debts linked to luxury items worth approximately $1.675 million and nearly $3.9 million in jewelry.
Mayweather has initiated lawsuits as well, including a $340 million suit against Showtime Networks, alleging misappropriated funds from his fight earnings. He is also pursuing a complaint against a Las Vegas dealership regarding a $1.2 million rare Maybach sale.
Looking ahead, Mayweather’s most significant fight in 2026 is a September rematch against Manny Pacquiao at The Sphere in Las Vegas, which is set to stream on Netflix. However, this match may also encounter legal hurdles, as Pacquiao’s team claims Mayweather signed for a professional bout but is now attempting to reclassify it.
