Tyson-Mayweather Exhibition Set For April 25 In The Democratic Republic Of Congo

Fightnews.com first reported on the exhibition between Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather, Jr. back on September 4, 2025 (https://fightnews.com/mayweather-tyson-exhibition-signed-for-2026/173687).
At that time, there were few details in terms of date and location. In the five-plus months since the news broke, there was little followup to be heard about the proposed match-up of the two legendary Hall-of Famers.
All that has changed with today’s announcement that the two men will indeed step into the ring, and now boxing fans have a ‘when’ and ‘where.’

Boxing legends Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather Jr. have reportedly agreed to an exhibition match set for April 25, 2026, in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC)
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The event, tentatively scheduled to take place in the capital of Kinshasa, aims to honor the legacy of the historic “Rumble in the Jungle” fought there in 1974.
Event Overview

Fighters: Mike Tyson (age 59) vs. Floyd Mayweather Jr. (age 48).
Date: April 25, 2026.
Location: Democratic Republic of Congo

Format: Exhibition bout, meaning it will not count toward their official professional records.
Promoter: Organized by CSI Sports / Fight Sports.

Legacy: The match is expected to be a massive international spectacle, with promoters claiming it could break various broadcast and economic records.
Ruleset: While specific details are still being finalized, the Association of Boxing Commissions (ABC) has noted that exhibitions of this nature typically feature 2-minute rounds and extra-padded gloves to account for the significant weight difference between the heavy-weight Tyson and the much lighter Mayweather.
Fighter Statements:
Mike Tyson: Described the fight as “unpredictable” and expressed surprise that Mayweather agreed to it, suggesting it could be “detrimental to [Mayweather’s] health”.
Floyd Mayweather: Stated he intends for the event to be “legendary” and a way to give fans a unique experience without tarnishing his 50-0 professional legacy.

This announcement follows Mike Tyson’s high-profile return to the ring in November 2024 against Jake Paul. Mayweather has remained active in the exhibition circuit since his 2017 retirement, most recently facing John Gotti III in August 2024.

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