Floyd Mayweather Predicted as the Clear Favorite in His Upcoming Fight Against Mike Tyson

In an unexpected turn of events, boxing legends Floyd Mayweather and Mike Tyson have agreed to face off in an exhibition match in 2026. This highly anticipated event promises to be a spectacle, with the excitement centring around Tyson's renowned knockout power versus Mayweather's speed and skill.

Despite the lack of detailed public betting odds, bookmakers such as Bet365, William Hill, and 888sport are expected to offer various betting options as the fight approaches. The speculation revolves around the potential for a large volume of betting, much like the Mayweather vs. Conor McGregor fight in 2017, which saw a surprising amount wagered on the underdog McGregor.

Currently, most boxing analysts consider Mayweather a heavy favourite. However, Mike Tyson has expressed concerns about Floyd's health. Josh Peter, a boxing writer for USA Today, estimates the odds to be around -140 Mayweather, +160 Tyson.

Josh Peter's verdict for the match is a split decision, suggesting a close fight. He states, "it's hard to imagine these guys trying to each other." It's worth noting that Mayweather has had multiple comebacks and exhibition matches since his first retirement, while Tyson most recently returned to boxing for a match against Jake Paul in 2024.

Mike Tyson, now 59 years old, has expressed that the fight is something neither the world nor he ever thought would happen. Floyd Mayweather, at 48, remains a formidable opponent, as evidenced by his recent fights against John Gotti III, Mikuru Asakura, and Aaron Chalmers.

In a surprising turn of events, Jake Paul emerged victorious against Mike Tyson in their match, with a unanimous decision. Floyd Mayweather, however, has shown his confidence, posting a picture of himself with a large sum of cash on social media, captioned as "Continue to hate, people only talk about winners, I'm a winner so continue to talk. Keep the bread fresh, put it in a bag. Call me the bread man."

As the countdown to the much-anticipated exhibition match begins, fans and bettors alike eagerly await the official odds and a glimpse into the ring as two boxing legends face off. The match, an exhibition and not a professional fight, is set to be a historic event in the world of boxing.

Floyd Mayweather Predicted as the Clear Favorite in His Upcoming Fight Against Mike Tyson