Floyd Mayweather Jr. has announced he will return to professional boxing following his upcoming exhibition bout against Mike Tyson this spring. The 48-year-old former five-division champion, who holds an undefeated 50-0 record, will put his perfect slate on the line as he nears his 50s.
Mayweather's last professional fight was in 2017, a TKO victory over former UFC champion Conor McGregor. Since then, he has participated in eight exhibition matches, including a 2021 event against Logan Paul.
"I still have what it takes to set more records in the sport of boxing," Mayweather stated. He claimed his events, from the Tyson exhibition to his next pro fight, will generate the largest gates, global audiences, and revenue.
His 51st professional fight is reportedly scheduled for this summer with CSI Sports as a media partner. Details on the date, venue, opponent, and broadcast are expected in the coming weeks.
The comeback announcement follows rumors of financial difficulties for Mayweather, who recently filed a $340 million lawsuit against former partners at Showtime Boxing. Mayweather first retired in 2017 after a legendary career that included wins over Oscar De La Hoya, Manny Pacquiao, and Canelo Alvarez, establishing himself as the sport's premier pay-per-view attraction.
However, Mayweather will be 49 by his next pro fight, raising questions about his physical capabilities despite his renowned defensive skills. The choice of opponent will be a key indicator of his goals for this second act in professional boxing.