If you were eagerly awaiting the exhibition match between boxing legends Mike Tyson and Floyd Mayweather, you’ll have to wait a little longer. The fight has officially been postponed to Fall 2026, and the reason might surprise you: Tyson suffered a broken hand during training! This injury is just the latest twist in an already incredibly complicated saga.
A Rocky Road to the Ring
Since its initial announcement in September 2025, the Tyson-Mayweather showdown has been a moving target. Dates, venues, and even broadcasters have shifted constantly. There was even a planned event in the Democratic Republic of Congo that fell through. The fight was most recently slated for May 30 before promoters CSI Sports and FIGHT SPORTS announced the delay, calling it a ‘short postponement.’
Tyson’s injury wasn’t exactly a secret. He was spotted wearing a cast on his right arm back in March. When asked about it, the former heavyweight champ downplayed it, calling it a ‘little sprain’ from intense training. However, CSI Sports later confirmed the full extent of the damage, stating Tyson is recovering smoothly and looking forward to the rescheduled fall date.
Mayweather’s Packed Schedule and Legal Woes
Meanwhile, Floyd Mayweather’s schedule is looking more packed than ever. The undefeated legend is already set to face kickboxing champion Mike Zambidis in Athens on June 27. Even more buzz surrounds his announced professional rematch with Manny Pacquiao in September. This potential Pacquiao rematch is causing its own stir, with Pacquiao’s team insisting it’s a sanctioned professional bout, not an exhibition, and claiming Mayweather has already been paid.
Beyond the ring, Mayweather is facing a barrage of legal and financial challenges. Reports indicate a staggering $7.3 million IRS tax lien, along with lawsuits concerning unpaid rent and jewelry. He’s also reportedly involved in disputes over private jet charters. Mayweather has fired back, suing Showtime Networks over alleged unpaid fight earnings.
The Saga Continues
CSI Sports, the promoter holding the rights to the exhibition, operates the FIGHT SPORTS network slated to broadcast the event. However, a confirmed date and venue for the rescheduled Tyson-Mayweather fight are still up in the air. With a broken hand, multiple fight announcements, ongoing lawsuits, and a questionable rematch on the horizon, the buildup to this fight has already been a spectacle in itself.
- Tyson’s broken hand forces postponement to Fall 2026.
- Multiple previous dates and venues have fallen through.
- Mayweather has a busy schedule including Zambidis and a potential Pacquiao rematch.
- Mayweather faces significant legal and financial issues, including an IRS lien.
- Promoters CSI Sports and FIGHT SPORTS are involved.
One thing is for sure: when (or if) Tyson and Mayweather finally step into the ring together, the drama surrounding the event will likely be as intense as the fight itself.
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