Health Concerns Ignite Revolt Against Floyd Mayweather vs. Mike Tyson Exhibition

After an ulcer flare-up delayed his return, Mike Tyson finally stepped back into the ring against Jake Paul last November. The bout reportedly earned him $20 million and shattered records, but fans were left underwhelmed, feeling the former heavyweight champion had more to give. Now, at 59, Tyson has announced yet another exhibition fight—this time against Floyd Mayweather—and the reaction hasn’t been kind.

Earlier today, the ‘Baddest Man on the Planet’ revealed the fight poster on Instagram, captioned simply: “Coming Soon.” According to the post, the fight is signed and scheduled for 2026. Within moments, the announcement drew heavy criticism from the boxing public, many questioning the need for another exhibition showdown, worried about Tyson’s health.

One user wrote, “Can’t wait for this pillow fight”

Another wrote, “What’s happening to boxing.”

A third commenter wrote, “Brotha you’re a senior citizen”

Someone else said, “You didn’t even throw punches in your last fight.. just stop”

The next one wrote, “Bro you are 60. Give it up. None else go prove”

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